"As both a social worker and a certified ESL/ESOL instructor, I bring a unique approach to tutoring. An effective tutor not only knows the subject matter, but also understands the student. Not just their preferred learning style, but what motivates the student and will really help them learn. Having been a social worker for almost 20 years, I know the questions to ask the student to best understand them and their needs. The subject matter, like ESL/ESOL, is always the same. Every student is different so "one size" does not fit all!

My undergraduate major was sociology. I have a Masters in Social Work and am certified to teach ESL/ESOL. I am also certified to teach TOEFL preparation. I have done classroom teaching with children/teenagers in standard English-language curriculum and ESL/ESOL teaching with adults. In addition, I have worked as a 1:1 tutor with both children and adults. As a social worker, I have a passion for helping people - teaching is another way of helping people grow and learn.

I received my ESL/EFL certification in 2012 and have been teaching/volunteering with ESL/ESOL education since then. I have worked with students of all ages and varying backgrounds - from basic literacy ("A is for Apple") to a foreign-trained physician preparing for her US medical exams. While grammar and language fundamentals are important, I always stress conversation as part of my lesson plans. Most people learning English want to learn it to be able to communicate with others, so I try to understand my student's conversational needs and help them focus on that.

I have a flexible schedule and am willing to work around my students' needs regarding work, child care, or other schedule demands. Feel free to contact me to discuss your educational needs. I look forward to helping you!" less...