...I also served on timed essay reading panels several times so I have first-hand experience scoring test essays. I hold a K-6 credential (California). I have a masters degree in linguistics which includes course work in phonics. I have as well 30 years experience teaching ESL and 10 tutoring dysl... (read more)
...In order to make more time for volunteer work, I work part-time as a tutor and as an independent mechanical engineering contractor. Teaching will always be a passion of mine, so I am driven to constantly enhance my teaching ability so as to give my students not just skill, but a deep understandi... (read more)
...During the one-hour discussions, I went over assignments and answered any questions the students posed. Being a teacher assistant gave me the opportunity to further develop innovate ways of keeping my students engaged and motivated. For the students who still had a difficulty learning the lesso... (read more)
...Education will enrich you in many ways. I've used a student-centered method recognizing that there are different learning styles. I've emphasized reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. (read more)
...I have been studying Latin and Ancient Greek for six years. I enjoy the intensely technical aspect of studying these languages. Not only has it deepened and enriched my understanding of the languages I knew already, but it has also made it easier for me to learn new languages. (read more)