...My approach to teaching begins by evaluating student goals and what exactly they are struggling with. I always enjoy when that goal is to learn information for an applicable use, and not just to do well on an exam or receive a certain grade. Tutoring is a partnership, so I want to be on the same page as the student in terms of expectations. (read more)
...My tutoring expertise extends beyond biology to encompass other science-related courses. With a solid foundation in the sciences, I am comfortable tutoring subjects such as chemistry, anatomy, and physiology. I employ a student-centered approach, tailoring my teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each individual. (read more)
I have an undergraduate degree in Music Education from the Philadelphia Musical Academy (now the University of the Arts) and have played and taught professionally for over fifty years. I taught at Philadelphia's famed Settlement Music School for twenty five years and took part in both their handica... (read more)
...I have been married for 25 years and have three fantastic children who are now studying in the university. During my high school years, which in Italy are five years, I studied the languages of French, Spanish and English. From L'universita degli studi Rome Tre, the Roman university which I attended, I received a bachelor's degree in the Italian language and literature. (read more)
...I have worked directly with ADD/ADHD students as a teacher, and supervised and supported other teachers in working with such students. I have designed resource room support services for students with ADHD and/or other issues that can interfere with learning. I have been trained by individual ps... (read more)