...In all of these settings, I have included study skills as a fundamental part of what it takes to be a successful student. Teaching students how to prioritize the tasks at hand, how to manage their time, and how to mentally prepare for test situations have all been a part of my approach as a teac... (read more)
I hold a bachelor's degree in psychology with a focus on family and human development, as well as a master's degree in teaching with a valid teaching certification. Currently, I am pursuing a doctoral degree in curriculum and instruction with a focus on educational psychology. This extensive educa... (read more)
...When my children were young I stepped away from my Adjunct Faculty Position at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health so that I could be present for my family. I live on a small farm in SW Washington with my husband, three children and a small herd of cattle. I am currently working on learning Spanish and look forward to putting it to use on some travels in the not-so-distant future. (read more)
I have worked with English language learners of all ages and language backgrounds for five years. As a current graduate student in the field of language education, I am well versed in language learning strategies and current pedagogy, and I genuinely enjoy working with eager students. I have taugh... (read more)