...I volunteered with this organization for 3 years, from 2007-2009. In my work for Adelphoi Village (1.5 years), I was Primary Counselor of 2-3 Youth out of possible 15 in our Group Home. During my time in this position, I was Primary Counselor to youth with various behavioral/emotional issues including PTSD, ADHD, Conduct Disorders, Asperger's, LD, and the like. (read more)
...Perhaps most importantly it is that I understanding learning is a process that is different for all of us. This has helped me to convince students of all levels, in courses ranging from introductory algebra to graduate courses, that they must embrace the process of learning. This can be done in many ways, but my most successful strategies are to make the material relevant and fun. (read more)
...My passion for learning and passing on my education and skills is something that makes me uniquely qualified as a tutor. I love what I do, and it gives me great joy and pleasure to see my students learn and excel. I have been teaching or tutoring math for the last ten years. (read more)
...Literature teaches more than just reading comprehension; it brings together all the issues of the world and leads readers to more self-discovery and better understanding of how people interact and how the world operates. I hold a Master's degree in English literature and a Master of Arts degree ... (read more)