...Overall, I just enjoy helping students reach their potential! I spent three semesters assisting a community college professor with his class online. I proofread, corrected and offered suggestions on ways to improve the overall meaning of each students work. (read more)
...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. I love to make learning fun and exciting. (read more)
...I realize everyone approaches a subject with a certain level of enthusiasm and ability. I adjust the rate of tutoring accordingly and maintain an approach of constant patience and understanding. Traditional education seems to stand in the way of itself. (read more)
...First I have found true life photos (when appropriate) are a great memory link so the child has a connection to the word. We then look to see how the word is used within their text. I make vocabulary cards that have the a picture to give the mind a visual clue. (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)