...I know how important it is to not only teach the skills that students need, but also to coach their minds for how to be independent in those skills. It requires explicit instruction, application, and practice. I have been an English / Language Arts teacher, a reading teacher, and an intervention reading teacher. (read more)
...You can have the most extensive vocabulary in the world, but if you misuse grammar, you give away your lack of knowledge easily. I credit my command of grammar from early grammar teachers in school, and a career using grammar and writing skills in my nonprofit and corporate jobs in communication... (read more)
...My engaging style of teaching Algebra allows students to understand the content in more depth and remember the concepts. I have helped students understand Geometry concepts and develop skills to excel in this subject. I can accurately identify students' strengths and weaknesses in math and help them overcome challenges they face in it. (read more)
...Additionally, I'm working with U of I to develop a new approach to teaching geometry at the K4-K6 level. I had a young friend J.J. back in California who, though extremely intelligent, hadn't yet learned how to read. This was creating all kinds of social/academic problems. (read more)
...Moreover, my experience in ESL (English as a Second Language) has given me the vocabulary and teaching tools needed in order to explain difficult concepts in easy-to-understand lessons. Finally, I have a great ability to demystify language and make it accessible to all people. I have played the... (read more)