...These students also learn a great deal of study strategies within my classroom curriculum that help with successful achievement on these tests. I taught life science for almost ten years. Part of my life science curriculum was the study of genetics and Darwin's Theory of Evolution. (read more)
...The chief values I espouse in argumentative writing are logic and verbal clarity. At the same time, all effective critical writing must move from generalities to specifics, including pointed evidence from the text. In creative work, vivid language works to eschew the general observation and replace it with specifics of time and place. (read more)
...I will teach you when to say "you and I" and when to say "you and me". I will teach you the difference between "less" and "fewer" (yup...there IS a difference.) You will learn when to use a period and when to use a semi-colon. You will learn the trick of using "good" versus "well". (read more)
...Throughout the class, I would guide students through practice problems, and help reframe lecture information if necessary. I also have been invited to tutor for the SAT by College Board, and feel confident in my ability to support students studying for standardized tests. I would love the opportunity to support students as they prepare for their future! (read more)
...One of the nicest things about tutoring is when I work with a family from PSATs right through College Acceptance. I work in your home, in a mutually convenient library and online. I welcome the chance to work on a single assignment, to a whole grade or experience. (read more)