...I'm highly communicative and approachable and believe that you need to build a rapport with students for them to excel. Each student has a different learning style and it is essential to identify what is most suitable for their growth. Providing choices, chunking the work to make it less daunti... (read more)
...I have had many years experience teaching at the kindergarten and second grade level where phonics instruction is essential. I have been a California-certified elementary school teacher for 40 years. In addition to tutoring students in elementary school, I also speak and tutor in Spanish and I am able to explain concepts clearly in every subject area. (read more)
...I enjoy helping my students to understand American culture while they teach me about their native countries. It's like traveling without leaving the house! Even to students whose English skills are good, the TOEFL test can be a challenge because the TOEFL test is looking for your ability to use and understand academic English. (read more)
...I have a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from Florida Atlantic University, where I served as editor of the school's Coastlines literary journal. After that I obtained a Master's degree in English from California State University Los Angeles, where I achieved graduate honors. I have published articles in peer-reviewed scholarly journals, college journals, and newspapers. (read more)
...Allow me to introduce myself and share a bit about my teaching philosophy. I received my Master’s in Teaching from the University of Washington and have been a classroom teacher for about 10 years now. I have taught all elementary grades (K-5) and even a bit of middle/high school 6th-10th grade. (read more)