As a former elementary school teacher in New York City, I have had quite a bit of experience in instructing young learners. I taught in grades K-5, over a period of more than eleven years. I also completed some work toward a graduate degree in education. (read more)
...Therefore, In general, I prefer to give the student positive praise versus negative criticism, although, in some subjects, for example law and government, use of the Socratic method (a lively debate/discussion) with the student provokes thought and learning. I was a math minor (I was told, one c... (read more)
...I am a licensed elementary and special education teacher with six years of experience teaching grades Pre-K through 6. My experience includes teaching students with a wide range of ability levels and diagnoses including Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia in small group and one-on-one settings. Subjects ... (read more)