About
I have over six years of experience tutoring in middle school to university level French, as well as History, English, and Economics, with the Academic Talent Search/TRIO program and the National Honors Society. I regularly receive positive feedback regarding improved grades and test scores from my students.
In my opinion, my chief strength as a tutor is making difficult topics like French grammar rules or Economic concepts more understandable by using simple language and logic. I keep my student's academic goals in mind, and create a plan for them to reach them through daily and weekly goals of practice and mastery.
I hold a Bachelor's Degree from Fordham University's Honors Program, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a double major in French Language and Literature and Economics. The Honors Program gives a Classical education to its students, and the Socratic method of teaching. I strive to emulate both in my teaching.
The link to my Varsity Tutors account, where I hold a five-star average review:
https://www.varsitytutors.com/tutors/878801092
My former supervisor at the Academic Talent Search/TRIO program, where I tutored as an undergraduate:
I love being able to help students overcome academic challenges. I try to be the teacher I wish I had when I was a student.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I prefer to start with a new student by learning about their unique academic goals and challenges, and getting a sense of what their preferred style of learning might be. Then I work with the student to master difficult concepts, and help them create techniques to overcome specific comprehension and application problems.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Bachelor's Degree from Fordham University, where I was a student in the Honors Program, and I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a double major in French Language and Literature and Economics.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Sessions cost $40 an hour.
How did you get started teaching?
I began tutoring in high school as a member of the National Honors Society, and continued throughout college to today.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all age groups from middle school to college level, and even a few graduate students. I often work with international students as well. In terms of skill level, I am equally comfortable working with beginners and masters in all subjects.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for someone who is willing to listen to your specific challenges, and explain things in a different way than the teacher.