Mary W.
- Weimar, TX 78962 ( 24.2 mi )
- Composition Tutor
- Female
- Member Since: 01/2011
- Will travel up to 40 miles
- Rates from $42.00 to $47.00 /hr
- I am a Certified Teacher
- Also Tutors: Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar
A Little Bit About Me...
My original degree was in English with a minor in Spanish. I received my teaching certification in 1979 in Secondary English/Spanish. I taught adult ESL part time for 2 years in the evenings. After a taste in this field, I began teaching in ESL and have taught 9 years in public schools. With one school district I also had a class helping students with the English part of the TAAS test. During the rest of my career I taught Spanish which was also 9 years.
I believe the first thing you need to do is to find out what the student needs help with. At times I have used music, poetry, or
computer programs to get the students attention. Repetition is very helpful and note cards are good for memorization. Taking notes is a good way for the student to stay focused. A little comedy helps too to help students to remember. I enjoy helping students, adult or younger, feel the success of ... read more
