About
I have taught Fourth grade at St. Peter Academy in River Edge for 15 years. I was awarded Teacher of the Year in 2008. I am NJ certified to teach all subjects in preschool through eighth grade. Prior to my position at St. Peter’s, I worked at Daniel Academy in River Edge, where I taught enrichment classes in math and language arts for grades 2-6. I also taught Summer School Basic Math at Queen of Peace in North Arlington for high school students. Finally, I worked at Sylvan Learning Centers in Emerson and Fairlawn for four years. There I tutored elementary, middle school and high school kids in math, reading and language arts. I have been tutoring math and language arts for grades k-8 for twenty years.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I first list to assess where they are at, and where they should be. Next I’d like for the student and I to set goals together. I like to to build upon each tutoring session with a new skill, but also repeat previous skills until mastered.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I received my Bachelors Degree one Elementary and Middle School Education fro.m Montclair University. I am. NJ certified teacher for grades Pre-k through 8th grade in all subjects.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Typically I charge $40 per hour
How did you get started teaching?
As I child I always babysat for the neighborhood kids, and was a camp counselor every summer.
What types of students have you worked with?
I’ve worked with all levels of kids. Kids that were on level, below, and above level.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Last week I was in CVS and I ran into a past FourthGrade student of mine, who I haven’t seen in about ten years. We both hugged and cried!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Hire a teacher feels right for you. The student- teacher dynamic is extremely important for the student’s success. Not all teachers and students mesh. What Teacher works for one student, may not work for another.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Do I think this teacher will work well for me?
Do I think I can work to my potential for this teacher.