I am a New York State certified teacher with extensive experience supporting students in mathematics and literacy across elementary, middle, and high school levels. My academic background includes formal teacher preparation, ongoing professional development, and years of classroom practice grounded in culturally responsive and inclusive instruction. I have worked with diverse learners in both general education and specialized settings, which has strengthened my ability to differentiate...
I am a New York State certified teacher with extensive experience supporting students in mathematics and literacy across elementary, middle, and high school levels. My academic background includes formal teacher preparation, ongoing professional development, and years of classroom practice grounded in culturally responsive and inclusive instruction. I have worked with diverse learners in both general education and specialized settings, which has strengthened my ability to differentiate instruction, scaffold complex skills, and design learning experiences that meet students exactly where they are.
Over the past decade, I have taught and tutored students ranging from early elementary through adult learners. My experience includes one-on-one tutoring, small-group instruction, full& classroom teaching, and mentoring students outside traditional school environments. I focus on helping learners build confidence by unpacking difficult concepts into clear, manageable steps. Whether I am supporting a student with foundational math skills, algebraic reasoning, reading comprehension, or academic writing, my approach emphasizes clarity, patience, and practical strategies that students can immediately apply. I believe strongly in asset-based teaching, which means I draw on each student's strengths, interests, and lived experiences to make learning meaningful and accessible.
My tutoring style is structured, supportive, and highly personalized. I begin by identifying a student's goals, current skill level, and learning preferences, then design sessions that blend direct instruction with guided practice and reflection. I have seen students make significant progress when instruction is both rigorous and encouraging, and I work to create an environment where learners feel comfortable asking questions, taking risks, and celebrating their growth. My goal is always to help students develop not only stronger academic skills but also the confidence and independence they need to succeed long after our sessions end.
