...My personal goal is for you to appreciate how clever you really are. I teach using models from the real world to allow you to see how scientists and mathematicians account for relationships and functions using different tools. We can make this learning experience successful and fun. (read more)
...I participated in a pilot program with Johnson & Wales University for professionals to acquire dual degrees in Special Education and Elementary Education. While I have never used this certification in the classroom, I did extensive work preparing to be an Elementary-level teacher. I have stayed... (read more)
...I absolutely loved learning in this setting. The summer after obtaining my degree, I biked from Providence, Rhode Island to Seattle, WA working on various Habitat for Humanity projects along the way. I returned to Providence and worked as a substitute teacher at a school for at-risk youth helping them catch up to their peers after being held back. (read more)
...Through AmeriCorps, I have been serving as a tutor for students of all proficiency levels 45 hours a week in small groups, one-on-one sessions, and whole group instruction. I specialize in 3-5th grade math and literacy, but I have the capacity to tutor K-2 math and early literacy, as well as mid... (read more)
...I have a lifetime teacher certificate from the State of RI in Early Childhood to grade 2. I have taught grades K and 1 for over 25 years. These early grades have a heavy concentration of phonics. (read more)