"I was delighted this week when one of my students said "I like working with you because you make learning fun!" That is my goal in working with a student - to make it fun, because that is when learning surges forward.

My individualized tutoring uses lesson plans based on the individual learner’s strengths and interests. I use early sessions getting to know the learner and doing some basic assessment to determine their strengths and weaknesses. We build upon the strengths to address weaknesses. Examples of interest based tutoring: lessons for a 10 year old sports enthusiast might include reading about their favorite player, or watching a game and writing a report about it. Lessons for a 7 year old princess fan might include writing a story about her favorite character. Of course, I also work with your child’s school curriculum materials as well.

I am a retired Methodist minister, mother of three grown sons, grandmother of 8, Cub Scout leader, former teacher, and lifelong student. I have a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and two Master’s degrees from Christian Theological Seminary. Before my ministry career I taught high school and junior high science and English.

I formerly have tutored both children and adults at 14th & Chestnut Community Center in Terre Haute IN. I have also worked with Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts for many years. I am qualified by education and experience to teach reading, language arts, math, science and social studies, pre-K through 12.

Drawing upon my background in counseling and my experience with children and youth, I help each learner build self-esteem and confidence. I encourage them to take responsibility for their own learning as they grow in their ability to do this. My students soon realize that I care as much about them as a person as about the subject matter we are working on. I sincerely want them to discover the excitement and joy of learning!

I will welcome the opportunity to sit down with you and discuss the learning needs of your child or yourself." less...