Certified Tutors From Goddard College

...impart confidence and essential skills to every student. I believe nothing is too complicated, provided you break it down into simple parts, and every problem is solvable when you approach it with confidence. One of my specialties is making difficult subjects both engaging and easily accessible. Students are often better able to grasp complicated concepts...

...that lies in every individual. I've tutored honors students in college preparatory programs as well learning disabled students in homeless shelters and I have found that with a little creativity, I can inspire anyone. Every student can learn. The challenge and reward for me is in discovering a student's individual learning style and converting that...

...and eternal process. I believe in working hard and seeking out assistance and needed. I am a naturally curious person who can find something interesting in everything. This is why I am a teacher and a tutor! Even the process of teaching and learning interests me to no end. I have my BA in journalism...

...physical environment affects their way of life. I've had the great fortune of walking the ruins of Tulum (Mexico), standing at the gates of Kensington Palace, climbing up Dunn's River Falls (Jamaica), or observing the stalactites and stalagmites in ancient caves in Bermuda. I bring both my experience and fascination of other peoples and places...

...City. Subjects I taught included writing, book publishing, political activism and musical theatre. The principle I apply in tutoring and in teaching is one I learned as a parent: the importance of listening. My work life was a very natural outgrowth of my own enthusiasm from an early age for learning. Before I could even...

I am a retired publishing professional with decades of experience in tutoring the English language. After retiring from publishing, I got my teaching certification, provided homework help to students with learning disabilities, and taught General Science at...... I believe that a great teacher works like a great coach, not only teaching students the skills and knowledge to play the game, but also making sure they develop their intellectual, analytical, and critical thinking skills, just like a...

...range of ages, from middle school to adult learners. I also am very capable at helping to craft a thoughtful and passionate admission essay for high school juniors or seniors who are applying for colleges. I particularly enjoy this challenge because it is such a pleasure to find out what makes you unique and to...

I am 46 years old, and I am committed to helping myself and others to understand the world. I love music, and I love words. People are pretty great, too.

...English from Western Washington University, a Master's in Education from Pacific Lutheran University, and an MFA (Master of Fine Arts) in Creative Writing from Goddard College. I am currently teaching English composition, literature, and developmental writing at both Northwest Vista College in San Antonio, Texas, and Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. These classes include...