...My teaching philosophy revolves around making complex concepts accessible, emphasizing real-world applications, and nurturing critical thinking skills. Over the years, I have refined my instructional techniques to create an engaging and supportive atmosphere in the classroom. My goal is not onl... (read more)
...Furthermore, I am always trying to attain more skills with regard to being an effective tutor. While at the University of Northern Iowa, I took undergraduate courses such as Women and Christianity, Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective, and Modern European Women's History. I also took a course about Confucianism, Taoism, and Zen. (read more)
...I think learning should be more than drill and practice, but made fun. I would do this through a variety of projects, not just worksheets. I have an Iowa K-6th teaching license with endorsements in early childhood, reading, and special education. (read more)
...I spent 9 years in Michigan and recently moved to Iowa. I am married and have 2 young sons. At Waldorf I teach World and European history from the Ancient world to today. (read more)
...When I asked her when she ate last, she said on Friday at lunch. I immediately went to the principal and got permission to purchase breakfast for this very hungry student. Often after that I supplied snacks to our students to be sure they had eaten. (read more)