...Grew up in a multi-lingual neighborhood and understand the need to learn English properly in order to function properly in today's society. Please note that I posses the following attributes: highly skilled in analyzing and understanding literary works and literary criticism; writing skills hone... (read more)
...I also can empathize with the significant challenges or learning another language and/or enhancing one’s skill and proficiency in one’s native language. For several years I taught English as a Second Language using various curricula. I also tutored and coached some of those students individually. (read more)
...I love working with students on their writing: varying sentence structure, choosing strong vocabulary, and crafting catchy introductions. And reading together is fun! I want to help students at all levels; being able to understand, synthesize, and (eventually) independently work through assignments is key. (read more)
...I majored in history and political science at the University of Tennessee where I plan to return this summer to finish my Master's Degree in Teacher Education. For as long as I can remember I have loved the social studies. My approach to instructing the social studies emphasizes the major themes and principles that appear throughout the "story" that I am telling, if you will. (read more)
...The scores for those schools on the state standardized tests improved substantially. I had a wonderful time finding creative ways to teach science to kids, and the experience gave me some valuable experience in communication. A few years ago, I decided to return to school and pursue my PhD. (read more)