...I graduated from Jacksonville State University in Alabama with a BS in Education Degree in English with additional graduate studies completed at Yale University and Oxford University in England. I recently retired after 40 years teaching grades 6-12 in both public and private schools. I love exploring all things English including literature, grammar, composition, research and test prep. (read more)
...I have taught literature comprehension and helped students improve their grades. Besides having my teaching degree, I was required to help students with their study skills. The areas entailed organization, time management, learning how to focus, learning how to prioritize workload, learning how... (read more)
...Although I was not able to play on a regular basis while raising a family, I play regularly now both online and in face-to-face matches. I am familiar with all of the rules of the game and the various strategies which one can employ. I know all of the standard openings and am familiar with most of the standard reference works including Modern Chess Openings. (read more)
...Since graduation, I have worked with various school district including, Hillsborough County, Metro Nashville Public School, Fredrick County, and Duval County schools; to integrate customized learning habits to their elementary and middle school students. Additionally, in the same counties I work... (read more)
...I began teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) in 2006 while living in Rome Italy. I have a Master's degree in Education, Specialization in TESOL, acquired from USF. Achievements include Phi Theta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi International Honor Fraternities, USF Graduate Student Success Fellowship, and a Kreplick Scholarship recipient. (read more)