...For example, I once had a student who loved outer space, so guess what we practiced reading and writing about? We even practiced fractions and decimals by finding our weight on the moon! The sky is the limit when a student is engaged and enjoying their lessons. (read more)
...Growing up, my father was an elementary English teacher. My grammar, spelling, reading, and writing were always expected to be top notch at home and in school. I thoroughly enjoy this subject area and feel like I have a lot of experience and knowledge in this area that can be very difficult to learn. (read more)
...I care about each child I work with and focus my time and energy to build on student's knowledge and experience. I believe that students can use experiences to create new understandings that help to increase knowledge base in school. I look forward to meeting with your child and working with them in the future. (read more)
...I sight read music well. I have a BA in ministry from Houghton College, and an MDiv in 2003 from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio. I am a retired United Methodist minister, and have pastored seven churches. (read more)