Individual and State Team Tournament Championship winning Coach. Students will improve their creativity and analytical thinking skills while learning a fun and thought-provoking game. I have taught chess to several thousand scholastic chess players. (read more)
...For my research, I specialize in Heritage Spanish, Afro-Hispanic and Spanish Caribbean culture and literature. I am also extremely familiar with Chicano and Puerto-Rican American cultures. I specialize in tutoring both Spanish AP courses. (read more)
...My experience in education research has informed many of my teaching practices. My teaching practices align closely with Self-Determination Theory (SDT), a theory that emphasizes student motivation, competence, and autonomy. I find that personalization is key to academic success through tutoring and work hard to make sure that I meet each student's individual needs. (read more)
...In addition to my education and work experience, I have taught courses specifically geared for academic writing to international students. These courses were taught at the International Center in West Lafayette, Indiana. I have a Master's in English (TESOL emphasis) from Missouri State University. (read more)