...I taught freshman English with an appropriate emphasis on proofreading in colleges and universities for many years. I have a master's degree in Linguistics with an emphasis on the skills, including proofreading, required to teach academic writing. I hold secondary, adult, and community college credentials (California) and a Master's Degree in Applied Linguistics. (read more)
...I have a wealth of resources and lesson plans for these topics, but I am also happy to work with a student's existing assignments or curriculum. My teaching evaluations across all topics in biology have been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting my enthusiasm and dedication. I earned an 800 on both the SAT Reading and Writing section when I took the test in 2007. (read more)
...Most of all, however, I focus on the absolute necessity of being a good writer. I joke/brag about being able to produce a profound essay on even the silliest, most mundane topic - whether it be a donut, a paper cup or a rap song. It is this kind of writing confidence that successful students ne... (read more)
...In undergrad I pursued a double major in chemistry and mathematics. With a BS in Chemistry I also achieved ACS (American Chemical Society) certification. Not only did I receive A's in every science class I took, but I also graduated with a 4.0. (read more)
...At my undergraduate institution, SUNY Albany (Go Great Danes!), I was a teacher's assistant and was responsible for tutoring as well as giving lectures to college level classes. I have been an SAT tutor as well as a Sunday School lecturer. On top of this, I am currently an assistant self defense instructor at the New Paltz Karate Academy. (read more)