Hello, I am Ellie! I began tutoring almost 40 years ago. I met one-on-one with elementary school-aged children to help them complete homework assignments in English, vocabulary/spelling, reading, math, or science. (read more)
...My approach to teaching writing is usually as follows: After I understand the learner's writing goals, I carry out a quick diagnostic test so that I can tailor a study plan to meet the individual student's needs. Then, the student writes a series of essays or stories, etc. We analyze the strengths and weaknesses of these works, and then the student rewrites the piece. (read more)
...My undergraduate background is in English composition and literature and I am in the process of completing my Masters in Education, specializing in teaching English to speakers of other languages and students in grades 7-12. I have taught in many different settings over the last five plus years;... (read more)
Hi there! I have been working with students in a variety of education settings for the last 10 years. During this time I have been a substitute teacher, teacher’s aide, tutor, early childhood teacher, garden educator, and environmental educator. (read more)
...I’ve spent years tutoring so I really know all the ins and outs of exam prep as well as general English. I really enjoy seeing students progress over time and meeting their goals. I really believe in myself as a tutor because through my initial limitations, uncertainties, and frankly failures in tutoring - I really developed over time to become a very good tutor. (read more)