...Each student faces unique challenges within the realm of study skills, and I use a thorough survey and interview to determine how best to achieve the goals of each individual student and family. I hold a degree in Physics from Grinnell College and served as the lead author for two editions of a ... (read more)
56 Subjects: includingACT Science,Chemistry,ACT Reading,ACT English
...I am a speed-reader, and avidly devour books in my personal life. My approach to reading on the ACT teaches students how to digest as they go and retain information under time pressure, as I teach students study habits that will aid them when studying in college. Many students struggle with speed, but I have extensive experience identifying the cause of such issues and addressing them. (read more)
...When I was at one of my high schools in Louisiana, the classes were all done online. I managed to finish all of the requirements for high school when I was only 14! I scored a 34 composite on my ACT and 2120 on my SAT, and would be happy to help with the challenges of preparing for standardized tests, as well as regular subjects for school. (read more)
...I am sufficiently qualified as a musician to introduce a beginning student to the rudiments of trombone. In my estimation, these include general musical notation, rhythm training, embouchure training, rhythmic breathing, the 7 positions and the major scales, basic sight reading, and some beginner songs. I took both forensics and debate in high school, and debated for a semester in college. (read more)
...One of my favorite teaching memories occurred when I walked into a ninth-grade English class which, despite having “finished” Othello, told me that they had no clue what it was about. We spent the period diving deep into one important scene, and had many “a-ha moments” along the way! I helped t... (read more)