Middle to High School English Tutoring

This class is designed for students who work best in a one-on-one learning environment. Topics covered will be personalized for each student's individual needs. This course is for students who need tutoring, but perhaps don't need it every week or multiple times per week. Parents can sign up for a time slot whenever it is necessary or convenient for their learners. This class is helpful for students who thrive in a personalized, quiet environment. The first few minutes of class will consist of conferencing with the learner to identify their needs, and the rest of the tutoring session will be spent helping the student either master a skill or work on specific assignments.  I am licensed to teach grades 7 through 12, and have experience teaching and designing curriculum in these areas.

Here are some examples of things I can help your learner with: 

 Grammar and Punctuation

Parts of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.)
Sentence structure (simple, compound, complex)
Proper use of punctuation marks (periods, commas, question marks, etc.)
Subject-verb agreement
Tenses (past, present, future)
Vocabulary

Word meanings and usage
Synonyms and antonyms
Prefixes and suffixes
Homophones and homonyms
Context clues for understanding new words
Reading Comprehension

Identifying main ideas and supporting details
Making inferences and predictions
Understanding themes and messages
Summarizing texts
Analyzing characters and settings
Writing Skills

Paragraph structure (topic sentence, supporting details, conclusion)
Writing coherent and cohesive essays
Creative writing (stories, poems)
Persuasive writing (arguments, opinions)
Descriptive writing (using sensory details)
Speaking and Listening

Effective communication techniques
Public speaking and presentations
Listening for key information
Engaging in discussions and debates
Pronunciation and articulation
Literature

Introduction to different genres (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama)
Analyzing literary elements (plot, character, setting, theme)
Exploring classic and contemporary works
Understanding literary devices (metaphor, simile, personification)
Study and Test-Taking Strategies

Note-taking methods
Organizing study materials
Time management skills
Strategies for multiple-choice and essay exams
Reducing test anxiety