...By breaking tasks down, students are able to achieve greater confidence and alleviate frustration. Similarly, I find frequent feedback and positive reinforcement to be important tools when working with students with ADD. For older students I apply a number of learning tools such as a daily/monthly schedule and long-range assignment planning as well as a weekly time chart. (read more)
...I also wrote a year-long honor's thesis specifically in the field of behavioral neuropsychology research, for which I received an A. Having excelled in AP Literature and AP Language in high school, I continued my studies with an English minor in college. I love to read and analyze literature an... (read more)
...I can also help out with SAT and ACT prep, as well as other math-based graduate level exams. Whatever the level, my approach is always the same: I present clear explanations of the topic, provide plenty of examples, and give the student the opportunity to show me what he or she has learned. I k... (read more)
...In addition, I will provide various models for the student on how to take notes, prepare for tests and quizzes, as well as how/what to review for class and/or assessments. I was a high school English teacher in which I spent time working with students in creating and writing college essays to su... (read more)
...I have a BS in Microbiology from U of MD, and have been a Clinical Microbiologist at USVA Medical Center, Newington, CT. 10+ years teaching math, reading, science to elementary students Elementary and Middle School Science teacher for 20+ years. District science supervisor for 10+ years. I taught elementary grades preK-grade 6 at Six to Six Magnet School in Bridgeport, CT for 8 years. (read more)