...Well I have a bachelor's degree in Journalism from Drake University with an emphasis in Broadcast News as well as a master's from the Missouri School of Journalism with an emphasis in strategic communication. Experience? I spent 13 years working in TV news across the Midwest as well as a 5-year stint working at a major TV network. (read more)
...Since then, I've been fortunate enough to have taught both German (at the University of Missouri-Columbia) and English (at the Philipps University in Marburg, Germany). I've taught beginning and intermediate-level German and German History, as well as English writing, grammar, and conversation co... (read more)
...Masters of Arts in Teaching +30 Graduate Hours in Special Education – Fontbonne University Missouri Career Professional Certificate (CPC) in Elementary 1-6 Missouri CPC in Special Education Mild/Moderate Cross-Categorical Disabilities K-12 As a special education teacher with 15 years of experienc... (read more)
...I began teaching piano in high school, teaching students aged 3-14, and have continued to do so sporadically since. I am trained in traditional Irish music as well, in which I have competed and won on an international level. I've helped many people hone their college (and law school and medical school) essays to make them stand out and shine amongst every other application submitted. (read more)
...I also incorporate reading comprehension as well as grammar skills in the lessons. For young students I make sure to keep the session moving and not linger too long on any one skill to maintain interest and engagement for the entire duration of the session. I also incorporate games and other fun activities to stimulate engagement. (read more)