Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in University at Albany, NY

...my profile! I have taught middle level social studies for seven years in three different districts in upstate New York. However, I also have an ongoing interest and expertise in upper level social sciences, having majored in history, not education. I also consider myself an expert in historical writing and editing, specifically document based and...

...each and every student. Creating fun and engaging lesson plans based on their interests, and needs will help students achieve their goals. I believe in modeling and guiding students through their weaknesses will allow students to become more comfortable when working independently. I am currently an elementary teacher, as well as a summer school teacher....

...and creativity in my tutoring. I have 2 young kids of my own and especially passionate about working with children in preschool to elementary school who are interested in Chinese language and culture. I also have deep experience in the business world so can guide adults in learning Mandarin for business and travel. Additionally I...

...learn how to study effectively and remember information. I have developed a desire to help people achieve their educational goals and succeed in an academic setting. I first began substitute teaching in the 1990s and felt like I was really making an impact on students' motivation to learn. I completed my student teaching in Spanish...

...and always plan activities and games that are of interest to the student and keeps their attention. I have a love of books that I always aim to pass on to the student through reading a variety of different texts. I am cheerful, enthusiastic and committed. I convey this into my teaching by creating positive...

...nurturing environment and do my best to ensure that they feel comfortable working with me. I believe learning can be fun and that everyone has the potential to achieve greatness! A large part of my teaching strategy is to learn my students interests, likes and dislikes and to work them into my lessons to maximize...

...I am able to change my plans when needed, I make sure that each of my students get what they need in order to be succeed as best they can. I am determined. Along with being conscientious, I feel as though I am very aware of the things around me and how they are changing,...

...student progress, growth, and assisting students towards establishing and achieving goals. I want students to feel comfortable and confident in their learning that allows for expression and creativity. I have both a Masters degree in Literacy grades 5th-12th and I have a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education English. I have over four years experience in...

...patiently and diligently with students to discover their academic success. After completing three books in my high school career, I went on to study Screenwriting at the School of Visual Arts, where I received Honors and the Rhodes Family Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film for my academic excellence, as well as the Award for...

I have been a tutor and teacher for over five years. I have tutored at the collegiate, high school, and middle school levels. I would love to help you learn in a positive and motivating way!