Catherine M.
Private tutor in Brooklyn, NY
Education
Trinity College - BA, English (Creative Writing)--3.7 GPA, Relay Graduate School of Education - Masters of Arts in Teaching, English Education -Classes in differentiation, appealing to multiple learning styles, appealing to students' interests, reading/writing/speaking skills, making learning fun, planning coherent lessons, etc.
Experience
3 years of teaching with Department of Education. 2 years of English, one year of all subjects (elementary level). Over 90% of my students have passed all standardized tests. I have experience with ESL and IEP students and all learning styles. I enjoy the one-on-one environment and differentiation opportunities afforded to me by tutoring. I look forward to committing to your child until he or she understands the material being presented. In addition to teaching, I am a freelance journalist, editor, and web manager.
Subject Expertise
3rd Grade Reading5th Grade Writing6th Grade6th Grade math5th Grade math10th Grade Writing11th Grade Reading11th Grade Writing12th Grade Reading12th Grade Writing5th Grade Reading4th Grade Reading5th Grade Science3rd Grade Writing10th Grade ReadingExpository WritingFiction WritingPersuasive WritingPoetry WritingPSAT Writing SkillsSAT WritingACT ReadingReadingSAT Critical Reading1st Grade Writing8th Grade Writing9th Grade9th Grade Reading9th Grade WritingAmerican HistoryAmerican LiteratureCollege EssaysWritingWorld HistoryWorld LiteratureUS History7th Grade Writing2nd Grade Writing4th Grade WritingCreative Writing8th Grade Reading8th Grade6th Grade Writing7th Grade7th Grade math7th Grade Reading6th Grade Reading
Availability
Weekdays at any time, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 1 hour away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
I am an avid reader. I write poetry and short stories for fun. I take American Sign Language classes and recently completed a quilting class. I enjoy going to outdoor movies and the beach when the weather allows and exploring New York City in all kinds of weather. I am obsessed with Star Wars and eagerly await the release of Episode VII!
Show More
Inquire About This Tutor
Thanks!
Most tutors respond within 48 hours.
Feel free to contact other tutors while you wait.