...My name is Westin, and I'm a High School English-language Arts teacher working in Olathe, KS. I hold a bachelor's degree in History and English Literature from the University of Missouri- Kansas City and a Master's in Teaching from Kansas State University. I am Certified to teach both English and Social Studies in grades 9-12 and have been teaching for two years. (read more)
...Several of the IEPs I have written for my students have involved a diagnosis of ASD. I have assisted several families of students in getting an ASD diagnosis and services through my careful documenting of behaviors, testing, and navigating the process through the Special Education system. I am a licensed Special Education teacher in the states of Iowa and Kansas. (read more)
...So, from the very beginning, I will work with you not only on test content, but also on strategies for test-taking in a calm methodical way. At all levels of the educational system, classrooms strive to to teach in overcrowded and somewhat impersonal classrooms. Lack of individual attention is ... (read more)
...I emphasize a student-centered approach, adapting my methods to suit individual learning styles. Whether I’m teaching in a classroom, hospital, or one-on-one, my focus is always on clear communication, practical application, and fostering confidence in my students. Throughout my career, I’ve ta... (read more)
...Students I have worked with have earned full-ride scholarships, been accepted to professional schools, and gotten into the colleges of their choice. Need help with grammar rules or sentence structure? With more than 25 years of experience as an editor, I can help you learn and remember those pesky grammar rules, and together we can make your writing sing. (read more)