...My experience includes creating and adapting strategies for different learning styles to help emerging readers grasp foundational literacy concepts. I also understand the importance of engaging materials and activities that promote a love of reading while building critical thinking skills. I am an expert in study skills and executive function coaching. (read more)
...I was a homeschool private teacher for a third grader for a year focussing on ELA creative writing as well as literary analysis and vocabulary. My approach to vocabulary is immersive, contextual, and conversational, using pneumonic devices and personalization. I have taught AP English Language for eight years. (read more)
...If reading is the focus, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension will be examined to discover what level to begin. Through dynamic lessons and play, I will take them where they are and move them forward. If enhancing math skills is the target, I will look at age level expectations and begin working on mastery by making the learning relative to their world. (read more)
I'm particularly interested in developing games for teaching English. I've taught English in Angola, Chad, China, and Saudi Arabia. While in the U.S., I've specialized in teaching business and technical writing to employees of companies and business students. (read more)