...I love reading about history and listen to podcasts about history each week I have a BA and an MBA plus . . . raised four sons. I have had to take several complex issues and express them in a manner that would be understood by the "average" individual. In 1975, as a District Manager, I gave speeches to my dealer organization monthly. (read more)
...In teaching, I used phonics instruction to advance my students. I am familiar with OG phonics methods. During my years studying early childhood education, I took courses such as Math Concepts for Educators 1/2, Math for 4th and 5th grades, and developmentally appropriate math. (read more)
...Engagement strategies and making learning fun is key! As a child I struggled with learning myself and have a lot of empathy and patience with struggling students. I have a Masters from Marian University and a degree in Sociology from Franklin College. (read more)