Greetings! I taught history and government both at the AP level and advanced high school level for over 30 years. I also taught community college classes and university classes. (read more)
...I majored in German in college, and then went on to get a PhD in Russian. I was a professor of Russian at the University of Missouri for 31 years. I love to travel in foreign countries, and give art lectures on cruise ships. (read more)
...Especially now, with many colleges focusing solely on the admission essay, I help students make themselves stand out through their words! In addition, I have helped students feel more confident with their reading and writing skills through various learning activities. It is through these lesson... (read more)
...In particular, I have taught American Literature from Colonial to current era, British Literature from Beowulf to current era, and World Lit from Gilgamesh to current era. Comparative literature is a specialty area, and I am familiar with all curricula required. I have worked with high school students who are either AP or IB track students for many years on their writing. (read more)
My 35 years of teaching include public, private, and college level instruction. In addition, I have tutored students individually in all areas of the language arts. I have taught the reading and writing components for SAT and GED preparation. (read more)