...My teaching style includes breaking down the topics using mnemonics and memorization techniques as well as building a strong foundational background before tackling more complex topics. I also often use visual aids and drawings to help clarify and explain topics. I am open to tailoring my teaching style to best support each student. (read more)
...I am always open to input from students and parents. I love helping students to feel confident and excited about learning. Everyone struggles at some point; I want to help people overcome any fears or challenges. (read more)
...The background I bring to vocabulary intervention comes from over 30 years as a speech language pathologist, literary specialist and reading specialist. With a focus on morphemes, the smallest units of word meaning, I enable word analysis for meaning, decoding and spelling. Most students also benefit from learning strategies to improve reading comprehension. (read more)
...I understand the struggles students face on standardized exams, as I personally overcame obstacles to achieve exceptional scores. Initially, I encountered difficulties, but through perseverance and a commitment to learning effective strategies and time-saving techniques, I was able to achieve 99... (read more)
...I have done home instruction for many students and have been tutored many international students as well. I love to work with students one-on-one and find that tutoring is a very rewarding experience. Sometimes a student just needs to review material or get organized and something suddenly clicks and makes sense. (read more)