...In my own pursuit of education and in work with students as a NY state certified teacher it is clear that anyone can cram data into their head that may or may not stay as long as an upcoming test. My goal in helping to improve study skills (by improving focus, note-taking, and time management) i... (read more)
...They are intellectual and eager to learn and need someone with the right motivation and patience. I student taught in an inclusive classroom and had hands-on experience helping students with special needs succeed. Growing up with siblings and cousins who have ADD/ADHD, I understand the needs and skills it takes for students to be comfortable with their teacher/tutor for success. (read more)
...Time and time again my former students tell me that I taught them to write and become readers. I am a life long 'English Major' with a love of literature. In my retirement I want to return to what I know I do best- help students become strong writers and develop a love of reading and literature. (read more)
...Writing instruction is also exciting to teach to someone who struggles with writing of any type. As a high-school English teacher in an upstate New York public school, I taught 11th graders to integrate American Literature with studies in American history and culture. I also prepared them for the NYS English Regents, which 90% of my students passed. (read more)