...My specialty is linguistics, but I also have a background (B.A.) in sociology from Bowdoin College, and my dissertation research has given me a specialty in gender studies. I also have experience working as an editor for a nonprofit organization, and I have worked with students in writing except... (read more)
...I received my M.Ed. from CUNY Hunter College and extended my Master's with an extension program at CUNY Queens College to receive additional certification in Bilingual Education. Fueled by my BFA in photography from SUNY Purchase, I foster a creative and engaging learning environment. My background also includes graduate coursework at the University of Ottawa in Planning and Instruction. (read more)
12 Subjects: includingReading,French,Elementary (K-6th),Elementary Math
...I taught reading and language in my prior job as a cooperating teacher. I also passed a course in public speaking. My knowledge of grammar is excellent and I am well versed in literature. (read more)
...My students--on both the high school and college levels--generally demonstrate at least a 20 point grade improvement on written work in the space of one school year. I also focus on teaching reading strategies, primary sources analysis, and critical thinking skill development. I prefer to work ... (read more)
...I love the English language, along with its nuances and its quirks. Late in High School, I discovered I also love Public Speaking. I competed three years in Forensics (Speech and Debate) on the High School level, and another three on the collegiate level. (read more)