...In addition, I focus on hands-on learning; that is, the student who is intimately involved in his/her learning is: 1) better able to grasp the concepts involved; and 2) likely to be more motivated. I was an active trial lawyer who also wrote legal briefs and argued in Appellate Courts such as the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts. I can help your child read, speak, and write better. (read more)
...The amount of time that it takes to develop the correct thinking skills varies in each case, but I have many very happy parents who never have to pay for another tutoring lesson again in order for their son or daughter to earn grades they want. In my methods I avoid lecturing. Students get plenty of that in the classroom and since they need a tutor, lecturing proves to be ineffective. (read more)
...I'm fascinated by language, and, in addition to my fondness for all things English, I am fairly fluent in German and have been dabbling in Spanish for awhile. You should know that STUDY SKILLS and TEST PREP SKILLS have been THE keys to my academic success and I've often wondered why those are not required subjects very early in our public educational system. They make all the difference! (read more)
...Please feel free to reach out with any specific questions or to schedule your first session!In addition to my Bachelor's degree, I have also been a teaching assistant in undergraduate biology courses, worked as a laboratory scientist in a molecular biochemistry lab, and have earned my MD degree. ... (read more)