...I am Annette the Teacher. I can't wait to tutor you here on Wyzant. My educational philosophy is to foster the growth and knowledge of my students through personalized, project-based, and collaborative learning. (read more)
...For two years I was reading and writing constantly, within multiple genres, as a way of deepening my literary foundations. As part of a cohort of fellow students, I workshopped poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction works as a way of exploring, understanding, and expanding my craft. I also ha... (read more)
...All genres of text can provide you with a wealth of information and take you on a variety of adventures. There are many comprehension strategies that I can use to help my student understand all elements of literature. Analyzing literature teaches critical thinking skills using evidence from the text. (read more)
With a strong educational foundation, I hold a Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education and a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education from Carlow University. Additionally, I have earned a Dyslexia Certificate, demonstrating my commitment to understanding and addressing the unique needs o... (read more)
...My last position was in a post-country called Kazakhstan. I left this position because my family did not like living outside the US. I am currently teaching at the University of Pittsburgh where I worked for seven years prior to heading to Kazakhstan. (read more)