Hello!
I love trying new things and getting to know about as many cultures and places đas I can. I can help you build English skills for conversation, presentations, public speaking, business, social purposes or to better understand the lyrics to your favorite English songs.
I employ a student-centered and responsive approach that includes learning about the student and what real world contexts are meaningful to them. I support students in developing specific, personal mini-goals and checking for understanding in multiple ways. We work to develop various entry points for understanding and give attention to the process (not just the product) and a means for recognizing growth in understanding.
I grew up on the East coast and West coast of the United States and am fluent in both cultures đ. I spent a long time in New York and California. I graduated from University of California San Diego (B.A. Sociology) and University of California Los Angeles (Masters of Education).
I am certified to teach in California and New York and am a veteran multiple-subject teacher, teacher-trainer, mentor and tutor. I have worked in the University context and outside of the classroom to support students. This one-on-one work includes many subjects (English, math, reading, essay writing, standardized test prep, presentation and public speaking and portfolio development) at levels of Elementary, High School, College and Graduate School.
I am also a lifetime learner, currently living in Mexico, eating looooooots of tacos đź, learning new recipes, cultural subtleties and how to speak Spanish and coding đ».
In addition to my passion for learning and helping others, I enjoy traveling, nature, animalsđ, adventuresđ”ââïž, running, hiking, trying new sports, spicy foods , cooking, bakingđ°, karaokeđ€, solo dance parties, ballet, theatre, music and the beachđ.
Let's learn together!