...I speak German and French (and have taught both) and I also know the peculiarities of phonics. German Phonics is easy; French Phonics is very difficult. English requires real concentration on not only letters (spelling) but also on context. (read more)
...I still teach clarinet lessons two individuals, and have taught it at schools and churches. I am a published songwriter with songs on several albums, including several recorded on Sweet Rain Records. Additionally, I regularly write songs for churches, community Musical Dramas and more. (read more)
...In January 2020, I returned to the classroom in a charter alternative school, teaching world history. I was there through the worst of the pandemic, pivoting between in person, distance, and combined learning situations. In 2021, I moved to a large urban high school, where I taught US and world history for two years. (read more)
...Feedback from students and parents has confirmed that the skills taught and knowledge acquired in my Latin and Word Origin courses have been beneficial throughout the student's high school, college, and professional careers. These skills include vocabulary enrichment, improved writing ability, b... (read more)
...I live in Michigan with my two sons (ages 10 and 12) and our golden doodle who is almost two! I love to travel, and I love to teach! One of the things I love most about teaching is making connections from the content to our daily lives. (read more)