Doctor Bee has the cure for those Bad Grade Blues

Hello Learners! I'm ready to start preparing you to acquire the English language skills you need to succeed in school, and beyond. My goal as a tutor is to create a structured yet stress-free atmosphere that is productive and enjoyable for both of us. My own education includes an M.A. in Drama (History minor), and a PhD in Humanities with concentrations in literary studies, creative writing, history and the arts. In addition to my private tutoring practice, I have many years of professional experience writing, researching, editing, public speaking, and working with many thousands of K-16 students and teachers. There is nothing more important to me than facilitating an enduring love of learning in others, and I look forward to being part of this challenging and exciting endeavor in your own life. You can do it, and I can help!

Linda S.'s Subjects

Art:	theatre
English:	English, ESL/ESOL, grammar, literature, proofreading, public speaking, reading, SAT reading, SAT writing, vocabulary, writing
Test Preparation:	GRE, SAT reading, SAT writing
Language:	ESL/ESOL, French
Elementary Education:	grammar, reading, vocabulary
Business:	GRE, public speaking
Corporate Training:	ESL/ESOL, French, grammar, proofreading, public speaking
Homeschool:	English, ESL/ESOL, French, reading, SAT reading, writing

Writing

My professional and academic experience as a writer, editor and proofreader has given me not only a love of language but also the depth of knowledge required to help others improve their own writing ability. In order to encourage students to find their own voices as writers, I work with them every step of the way from first through final draft to learn how to organize their thoughts and express themselves with clarity, simplicity and confidence, while also helping them develop basic skills such... Read More

Theatre

I have been involved in theatre for as long as I can remember, and spent the last eight years as a member of the Artistic Staff for one of the country's leading professional companies. I was trained as an actor and director, and have since concentrated on literary and educational aspects such as dramatizing productions and managing programs for young audiences. This involved reading and studying a broad range of dramatic literature and writing study guides aligned with California state standards... Read More

ESL/ESOL

For many years, I have specialized in working with international college students to improve their English language communications skills, particularly in the areas of writing and speaking. This applies to improving performance in written course work in the form of essays, reports, and other forms of academic composition, as well as boosting oral communication and comprehension ability through exercises in conversation and public speaking.

Public Speaking

To stand up in front of a group and talk may sound like a simple task, but it's one that can cause fear and trembling in even the most self-possessed people. Over the years, I've had many opportunities to learn first-hand what works and what doesn't when it comes to speaking in public. In addition to extensive acting training and onstage exeperience, I've made presentations at national academic conferences, and before professional arts, education, and community service organizations with audiences... Read More

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