...I took a Speech Communication course at RPI during my undergraduate studies. The course involved writing a series of speeches and then presenting them in front of the entire class to then be critiqued and receive real time feedback from every single student and the professor. Each speech was a different format to teach us the strengths and weaknesses involved in different structures. (read more)
...When working with students I create plans to improve their weaknesses by implementing their individual strengths. I have taught English to 9th-12th graders for 3 years. I have tutored students in English Language arts for 5 years and have experience preparing students for work outside of the classroom. (read more)
...I have been in public education for 8 years and have worked as a substitute, Earth Science teacher, Chemistry teacher, and a coach. I have an undergraduate degree in Geoenvironmental Studies which includes the fields of geology, meteorology, astronomy, hydrology, and GIS. I also have a master's degree in STEM education with a valid NYS Earth Science 7-12 teaching certificate. (read more)