...I studied Art Education at Southern Connecticut State University. During my studies, I took 3 Drawing classes, 5 Painting classes, Art Theory, and 3 Art History classes. I focus on proportions of the body and face, landscapes, perspective drawings, collage, and abstract art. (read more)
...My mother was a history major, so my interest probably starts from her. I think what makes history fun is learning about the personal stories and not just the dates and locations. I believe that I can assist students with history because they will see my true passion for it as we interact. (read more)
...In my own studies, I have discovered that courses feel "easier" when they are palpable to me; when I can understand their relevance to my life or to the world. I believe that this approach, combined with personally-tailored teaching methods, will help you be successful even after one session. I... (read more)
I retired from teaching in 2014 and have been tutoring ever since. I taught 37 years at Haddam-Killingworth HS and have been tutoring privately and at Valley Regional HS for the past 8 years. Although I have mostly taught high school age students, my tutoring has included children from grade 4 and up. (read more)
...I have been teaching middle school math for 6 years and I have tutored elementary school math as well. I am the math coordinator at my school. We use Reveal math made by McGraw Hill. (read more)