...I worked frequently with English language learners (ELLs) in my former high school position. I'm here to help students to succeed, and, I hope, to enjoy the reading and writing journey. Sincerely,
MichaelThe English language is my strongest suit. (read more)
...When I was a pastor in Houston, I conducted a chess tutoring program. In addition to this, twice a month I and two other chess teachers from the local school district held chess tournaments at various locations. I have taught various aspects of the game, spanning opening, midgame, and end-game strategies to players of all ages. (read more)
...I then was an assistant principal intern at a PK-8 school in NYC for a year while completing a second graduate degree. I then moved to a different state and was a 5th grade ELA teacher at a charter school before moving again to my current state. I worked as a paraprofessional temporarily before finding my current job at an alternative school serving grades 7-12. (read more)