...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 a 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 employ a number of strategies based on a student's specific learning style and strengths. As a passionate reader myself, I love discussing books and enjoy seeing a student's confidence in and enjoyment of reading grow! I have worked extensively on writing and literary analysis with middle and high school students, including composing college admissions essays. (read more)
...I have peer edited many papers (and short stories) in my life, from strong writers and not so strong writers. Spelling and grammar can confuse readers, and Microsoft Word does not catch all of the mistakes. I have become skilled in proofreading and both interpreting and fixing very confusing spelling and grammar errors. (read more)
...I am a certified elementary school teacher in Massachusetts. I have passed all MTEL (Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure) exams. I also hold a SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) certificate from the state of Massachusetts. (read more)
...I have a B.S. in Chemistry from Bridgewater State University, where my concentration was Biochemistry with a minor in Biology. I also took graduate level Chemistry classes at Syracuse University where I was a General Chemistry Teaching Assistant. I have a passion for learning and teaching. (read more)