...Math is one of my favorite subjects to teach as I encourage students to think critically, using their problem solving skills, thinking outside the box, and using real life situations to solve the most challenging of word problems. I have been teaching young and old alike in developing their read... (read more)
...In the autumn of 2023, I was honored to receive the Michael Henry Heim Prize in Collegial Translation. I am currently teaching three adult beginning Polish classes at the Polish Home cultural center in Seattle. During the years 1989-2003, I lived a total of nine years in Poland, during which time I also worked as a freelance translator and interpreter. (read more)
...I have a deep understanding of autism and the many challenges that accompany such a diagnosis. As such, I feel uniquely suited to bring my academic tutoring skills to the table with autistic children and help them succeed. My experience ranges from nonverbal children to highly functioning autistic individuals. (read more)
...My tutoring methods consist of finding out what the student already knows, figuring out what they need to know, and trying to find the easiest way to help them get there. I like to start off by explaining the necessary concepts and having the student explain back to me what I just told them and ... (read more)
...In college, I worked at a recreation center where I tutored children 3rd-6th grade. My primary and secondary education was not common core; however, in tutoring my siblings and 3rd-6th graders, I have learned many common core principles. My greatest tutoring achievement has been working with a ... (read more)