...I need a firm commitment from you that you will give me the same amount of effort I am putting out there. I require all assignments to be completed in full at the beginning of each session; there may even be a pop quiz or two. I also require that all distracting devices (ie. phones, televisions, radios) be turned off while tutoring is in progress. (read more)
...Those two questions are the starting point for well-considered writing. If we really understand who we're writing to, our message becomes personal, vivid, and effective. That awareness of the audience dictates everything from global considerations like tone, structure, and length to granular details like whether a joke (or a rambling, amusing parenthetical musing) are appropriate. (read more)
...I work to formulate an engaging lesson plan for any learning style, and endeavor to make a frequently under-appreciated subject accessible and interesting to any student. I have a passion for linguistics and years of experience with Spanish in particular, including conversational, literary, and ... (read more)
...I am ready to take the education I have gained and share it with those who are experiencing the same frustration I did when I was their age. I know I can provide that patience and understanding that is necessary to guide a student toward a better performance in school, and can make their experie... (read more)