...I have been a classroom teacher at all levels from grades 6 through college as well as a private tutor over the past 20 years. I recently moved to The Valley of the Sun from the Pioneer Valley [Massachusetts].
I am patient and results-driven, yet detail-oriented. I recognize that often the “why” must be clarified before the “what” can even be accepted. (read more)
...I would be happy to help you to attain these goals, especially in regard to raising your writing grades and (key thing!) writing a college essay that will be a "Value Added" part of your Application. One-hour session offered--60 minutes! Please contact me to inquire about opening tutoring sessions. (read more)
...At the Dartmouth Middle School I taught chess to beginners as part of their activities program many years ago. I have also taught beginners who are adults. I have been a teacher all my life and use those skills to teach chess. (read more)
Understanding the importance of preparation and good study habits came to me early in life. I was fortunate to grow up in a great school district, earn advanced degrees at top-shelf colleges and universities, and enter a career in education that’s seen me teaching in high schools, colleges and univ... (read more)
...However Geometry is a foundation for Precalculus and various higher levels of math, and during those upper level courses I learned that mastering Geometry was crucial to my success. It is important for the SATs as well, and a student who feels confident in his or her math skills will excel. Math is very important for all students, though I know it is not everyone's favorite subjects. (read more)