"I hold a bachelor’s degree from Brown University and have over fifteen years of experience in education, primarily as a substitute teacher within the Los Angeles Unified School District. My work has included both classroom-based and virtual teaching environments. I’ve taught group classes via Zoom through LAUSD’s Virtual Academy for Computer Science, and I’ve also worked one-on-one with students through Carlson Home Hospital School, where I supported learners dealing with serious medical conditions. These two contexts—virtual group instruction and highly individualized tutoring—have allowed me to refine my ability to adapt lessons to meet a wide range of academic and personal needs.

I am fluent in Spanish and have taught both English to Spanish-speaking students and Spanish to native English speakers. This bilingual capability enhances my effectiveness with diverse student populations and allows me to bridge learning gaps that might otherwise go unaddressed. I specialize in English Language Arts, History, and standardized test preparation, but I have a particular gift for teaching Algebra. Students often find my approach to math especially helpful, as I emphasize step-by-step reasoning, pattern recognition, and long-term retention over rote memorization. I’ve worked with learners from elementary through high school, helping them strengthen core skills and gain academic confidence.

My own academic background is strong—I raised my SAT score by 170 points through focused self-study and ultimately scored a 1450. That personal experience gives me valuable insight into how to help students make meaningful improvements through structured, goal-oriented preparation." less...