...I love the English language. I am fascinated by how we use language. I bring this enthusiasm to my teaching and show students how useful and interesting English and language are. (read more)
...I used to teach pre-school to children who spoke English as a second language. In addition I tutored adult English Language learners and teach Bible classes to adults. I love seeing people grow in their confidence when they grow new skills--all while making new friends. (read more)
...Academically, I have been trained to read closely, to be able to analyze a text, and to understand the author’s intent on multiple levels. After studying Spanish at The University of Iowa, I spent one year in Santander, Spain teaching English in a private language school. More recently, when I lived in Washington, DC, I tutored recent Latin American immigrants in English. (read more)
...I use the program, Word, a lot, and I can use the internet. I can type 50 wpm, so if you need something fast, I could 'whip' it up for you in a flash. I enjoy research, and therefore, I enjoy writing and finding ways of saying things to catch a reader's attention. (read more)