After having nine children of my own and homeschooling many of them, I wanted to become a certified teacher. This desire was fueled in part because I had a few children of my own that learned differently and some of the teachers did not want to figure out what worked for them. I want to be the kind of teacher that can teach a child the way that they learn. (read more)
I'm a retired high school English teacher. In my classes, students learned correct, traditional grammar; spelling; vocabulary; American literature; and research preparation. In addition, I became a librarian in part because I was interested in a wide variety of subjects. (read more)
...I work hard to reach all learners at their personal developmental level and we always learn through engaging play activities. I specialize in teaching social-emotional skills like attention to task, peer interactions, play schemas, and following directions. Additionally, I work with students on pre-academics, academic classes, and specials. (read more)
...While at MCK I played golf for 4 years which got me interested in pursuing a career in golf. I give golf lessons at Clinton Hills Golf Club in Swansea, Illinois which is about 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis. (read more)