...I firmly believe that there is no such thing as being or not being a “math person”—anyone can master even the most esoteric topics with a teacher who can adapt to how he or she learns and the particular difficulties he or she is having. I don’t like teaching math as a set of steps or a bunch of ... (read more)
...I am equally comfortable teaching children and adults. At past teaching jobs I have been known for developing close relationships with my students. I think teaching is an ongoing adventure; every day is unique. (read more)
...I provide thorough preparation covering all you need to know about the test and work with you to draw up an individualized prep plan that focuses on strengthening key weaknesses. I am a specialist in literacy across the curriculum and applied linguistics in teaching and learning and parley that ... (read more)
...I also combine much academic work with concrete projects to avoid over attention on abstracts. I also stress listening skills such as looking at the speaker, paying attention to body language, giving feedback, and oral reviewing. In addition, I provide a study skills unit that breaks the academic work into basic parts that can be studied one skill at a team, using a parts to whole approach. (read more)