...I also feel that I have the experience from working with kids for that many years. I have knowledge of the subject matter since I have an endorsement in it, I feel I am well versed. I am an upbeat and positive person. (read more)
...After practicing this we then try to act out the vocabulary word, ie: embrace=hug. By doing this the child makes a connection within their daily environment to the new words. In preparing student for mastery of their spelling lists I have made individual spelling packets that have challenged the student. (read more)
14 Subjects: includingElementary Science,Reading,Special Needs,Elementary Math
...I am also working towards becoming a National Board Certified teacher. Although I do not currently teach math I am comfortable teaching elementary level math as well. I believe in an interactive approach to learning to help keep students engaged. (read more)
...During the first year in Jordan, I was recruited by the State Department to serve as an intelligence officer, responsible for establishing contacts inside of both Lebanon and Syria. After working for State through 2011, I decided to take early retirement and move back to the United States, which... (read more)