...Since graduating I continue to read and write in my spare time. History is my favorite subject to study. I have taken numerous courses and read numerous books in history including: World History, American History, Geography, various political and government classes, and much more. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingReading,Writing,World History,American History
...My students' TCAP scores consistently placed me in the above average category on my evaluations. Also have extensive background working with troubled children of elementary age. Taught math in grades 3-8 throughout my 22 year career, as well as being a math coach, with responsibility for assisting other teachers in implementing best practices in my school. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingReading,Writing,Elementary (K-6th),Elementary Math
...I have enjoyed playing over the years in various capacities including q bands, competitions, church orchestras and just for fun. I love music and find it a great way to relax. One of my favorite sports is softball and I have played for many years. (read more)
...I like to introduce the lesson in a fun way then I follow this with the I do, we do, you do method of gradual release. Through this process the student should be able to complete portions or all of the problems on their own by the end of the lesson. This process gives the student the support they need to gain the confidence to be successful. (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)