"After assessing the learning style and the material of each student, I plan a teaching curriculum specifically geared towards each individual student. I let the student set the pace of their own learning by setting small, incremental goals for them to work towards. I also believe in positive reinforcement and praising students on their achievements instead of focusing on the negatives. I also don't believe in comparing one student to another because each student is unique in their own personal style and pace of learning.

Graduating as a French and Spanish major cum laude from Middlebury College, I was able to live in France and Spain to learn to speak and write both languages fluently. Following college, I worked for international corporations in New York City (banking, hotel, beauty) for over 15 years where I was able to use both French and Spanish language skills as well. I loved living in both countries and can incorporate my cultural experiences into academic lessons. I also have access to age and level appropriate activities students can do to enhance their language capabilities.

For the past nine years I have been writing for local newspapers and magazines. I can assist people of all ages with their English language reading and writing skills. I can help students study English vocabulary, grammar and punctuation. If you are not a native English speaker, I can help you with your English skills in preparing you for the three parts of the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). I tutor children and adults of all ages and levels - from beginners to the more advanced. With ESL students, I use phonetic materials to help students overcome any difficulties in pronunciation. As my daughter is enrolled in the New York City public school system, I am aware of the content on the ELA (English Language Arts) part of the Common Core exams and what students are expected to know.

I can give lessons in-person at a public library or a coffee shop. I am also able to give lessons online." less...