I am a resistered Nurse and I love helping people... especially students. I love helping students succeed and gain confidence in areas they once were struggling. I love watching the light bulb go off when something actually clicks for students. (read more)
...These experiences spanned over four years, during which I employed a combination of methods, such as interactive problem-solving, to promote understanding and retention. I learned to adapt my teaching style to match the learning pace and preferences of each student, whether through visual aids, ... (read more)
...I also use data to help determine next steps and measure student's growth. When I am working with students I'd like them to feel comfortable enough to try new strategies and engage in conversation about their work. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to schedule a lesson! (read more)
...A sample 60 minute phonics lesson schedule with me includes:* A sound drill where we practice increasingly complex spelling and sound patterns* Decoding practice "game" * Encoding practice - writing activities* A five-minute movement break * Students reading a decodable text, to integrate focus s... (read more)
...I was a high school English teacher for 12+ years, teaching 7th through 12th grade (primarily 10th and 11th), in addition to a range of electives, including creative writing, AP Language and Composition, Word Power, AVID (study skills), graphic design through yearbook, and public speaking. I am ... (read more)