...I am a careful listener, an empathetic learner (I, too, have a learning difference), and a very good explainer. I use a simple, metaphor-and-analogy based system that makes even the hardest concepts easier to learn. When I work with students, they have my undivided attention and absolute respect. (read more)
...Then I obtained my MA degree in Islamic philosophy from the same school in 1997. I have worked as a teacher of Arabic since 1995. I have also tutored in English. (read more)
...It was partially because of the subject, but more so because of the teachers who taught it. Every English class I’ve ever taken was taught by someone who made the content engaging, who went the extra mile to make sure everyone got the help they needed, and continuously encouraged everyone to do ... (read more)
...In my current role as a 4th grade public school teacher, I work with my students and families who are learning English. I am understanding and welcoming of their diverse cultural backgrounds, and aware of some of the challenges that might come with navigating a new language and/or community. I ... (read more)
...I believe in my students and work to help them believe in themselves by showing them how capable they really are. In one of my most recent courses, student evaluations included these comments about me as a teacher: "“an amazing instructor,” “a super amazing professor,” “excellent teacher,” “feed... (read more)