I'm Melanie. I graduated from Oregon State University with a double major in English literature and writing, and after working as a technical editor for a short period of time, I went back to school at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. There, I earned two Master's degrees: one in Eng... (read more)
...You or your child will learn piano technique and songs, music theory, sight reading, ear training, and music appreciation, which includes exposure to excellent piano pieces. Having taught for many years, I have found the best schedule is to have lessons three times per week. This schedule gives more accountability to the student, so they keep up with their practice daily. (read more)
...I have been an elementary school art teacher for ten of my twenty eight years teaching in South Carolina. As a related arts teacher, I taught every student in all grades in the school at least once a week in the art class. In addition to teaching art, I was assigned thirteen periods a week to assist core subject teachers in their classrooms. (read more)
...Please reach out if you think I can help you or your child!I have over three years’ experience teaching Algebra I. Through patient assistance, modeling, and practice, I help students make sense of abstract concepts. I specialize in word problems, graphing, and equation solving. (read more)
...My expertise is in vintage songs (40s, 50s) and choral singing. My technique borrows from the safe habits of opera singers for proper breathing and vocal health, which works great for whatever genre you sing. I have spent almost 30 years listening, singing, and studying Golden Age music. (read more)