...Critical thinking skills that are so important to future success and decision making, and successful, creative, verbal, and written expression are cultural mainstays. Language Arts encompass multiple key components that work together to develop a solid foundation that is applicable to succeeding... (read more)
...For me, tutoring is not only about educating my students but also about the lessons I learn in return, fostering their academic growth and igniting a passion for what I do. I have been a Common Core teacher for nearly 10 years. I focus on reading foundational skills such as strengthening phonemic awareness, blending and reading fluency. (read more)
...I love language: the sound of it, playing with words, decoding authors' meaning. My favorite questions to my students are, "What makes you think that? or "How do you know that?" I believe that all students can become both competent readers and writers. Regardless of your level, I give all of my students a sense of confidence that prepares them for whatever their next step is. (read more)
...My undergrad degree is in American Studies, so I learned a vast knowledge of American history, economics, and literature. While obtaining my Master's degree in library science with a certificate in education, I learned the skills and techniques in teaching and learning. I particularly learned a lot about instructional design and customizing education for the student. (read more)