...I have used spelling puzzles, games, exercises, and oral exams with students so they can better remember their spelling lists. Since vocabulary is directly connected to spelling, I usually help them with both of these skill areas at the same time. I have helped many high school students with ACT Reading prep. (read more)
...Finally, I have also been a TA for PhD Microeconomics courses at Michigan State. In this role, I taught two hours a week of recitation in which I provided direct instruction to 25 graduate students in addition to office hours. This experience solidified my ability to express even complicated material in a comprehensible and engaging way. (read more)
...Recently, I was able to help a student obtain a higher ACT score in the language section of the test. My highest degree is a Masters in Business Administration.I have taught phonics as a reading program for the past 30 years. I believe it is the best type of program by which to teaching reading to students. (read more)
...My classroom operates under a baseball theme and I love incorporating the sporty references to help manage my classroom, students, and even my instruction! Outside of the classroom, I have served as a tutor for standardized test preparation (primarily ACT) as well as a private tutor for reading,... (read more)