...I think this movement is criminal, and a severe dis-service to the student. Challenging literature demands a student's complete awareness of the careful selection of words and their literal and figurative range. Learning vocabulary in a systemic and engaging way, based on examples from literatu... (read more)
...My photographs have also appeared in magazines, ads, and museums. I have published two photo books entirely with my photos. I have made speeches to small groups or as many as 1000 people, presenting to students as well as US Senators and senior government and industry executives. (read more)
...I am a very calm and laid back individual that sees tutoring as another problem to be solved. What I love most about teaching others is that you get to relive the experience of learning something new. I would like to focus most on where the student is struggling and then adapt my teaching method to their needs. (read more)
...Specifically, I ran a chess club for elementary students in an after-school program with Recreation & Parks. I am a retired public school teacher, and current GED teacher, so I have been doing "public speaking" for over 40 years. I also have more than 20 years' experience interviewing potential... (read more)
...Mary's University (2009), and a Certificate in Supervision and Administration from Johns Hopkins University (2013).Through my years as an educator I have taught: AP Language and Composition, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Journalism, Literature, Reading, Vocabulary, Writing, College Prep, SAT... (read more)