...I ended up loving my arch nemesis (math) so much that I went on to get a 730 out of 800 in my SAT math and I've used the same approaches taught to me to help struggling students. Patience and extreme understanding are my best weapons because I not only know what it's like to struggle and overcom... (read more)
...Many times, study skills problems stem from being overwhelmed by the task at hand rather than a problem with the task itself. I know how to do this! I have worked with some painfully dejected students -- students who did not know how to organize, prioritize, and go on from there. (read more)
...In every lesson I include Conversation and Accent Reduction skills, as they are so important. I am very qualified as I have a MATESOL (Master's degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). I have taught and tutored adults and college students in all English subjects, especially Spelling, Reading, and Vocabulary. I worked as an ESL paraprofessional in a K-5 elementary school. (read more)
...I am certified to teach any subject K-8. I currently teach Spanish in the Berkley school district and last year I taught 4th grade. I can show proof of my certification or you can check with the state of Michigan. (read more)