...More recently, I taught 5th and 6th grades at a private school in California and home schooled 2nd and 3rd graders. My students enjoy their additional reading practice in either English or German - it sure makes a difference. I have been a teacher since 1987. (read more)
...I have been playing golf for 14 years and know every aspect of golf, from what clubs to use and when, to more complicated things like the golf swing. I played baseball for 10 years and know everything there is to know about the game, from rules to how to pitch. I have been playing chess now for over 10 years either with real people or sometimes just against a computer online. (read more)
...Languages are my thing! I believe that my personal studying style has played a key role in my studies at the undergraduate and graduate levels in more than one field and country. I find that teaching the student to differentiate between the essential material and the supporting one often suffices to accomplish a lot more with a lot less effort. (read more)
...I have worked as a manager for most of my adult working years, so I know the importance of showing respect and responsibility. I have a natural knack for reading, spelling and grammar. I have always loved to read, and craft with the English language, and grew up as an advanced reader. (read more)