...I have honed my skills in translating complex ideas and helping students to look at problems in new ways. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to learning and sometimes the classroom does not allow for the individual attention a student needs. When introducing new topics, I incorporate real-world examples and demonstrate the material in visual, interesting ways. (read more)
...The background I bring to vocabulary intervention comes from over 30 years as a speech language pathologist, literary specialist and reading specialist. With a focus on morphemes, the smallest units of word meaning, I enable word analysis for meaning, decoding and spelling. Most students also benefit from learning strategies to improve reading comprehension. (read more)
...My sense of humor is an added bonus. I have patience and the ability to tailor the sessions to meet the needs of the students.I believe the more words one knows how to use properly, the more well-rounded one becomes. I still use the old fashioned dictionary in addition to spell check because sometimes I learn a new word or two. (read more)
...My goal is helping you succeed. I taught high school English for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors at the academic and honors levels for 19 years. I also redesigned the curricula for sophomore and freshman English classes to focus more deeply on nonfiction reading and its strategies to prepare students for college and careers. (read more)
...I will break it down for you in simple terms with easy-to-follow rules and strategies based on my years of teaching. I provide all the materials , and I will get to you that next level where you feel comfortable reading and writing. Qualifications: State certified ESOL teacher. (read more)