...Philosophy and Skills:
My specialty is encouraging students to start where they are--with their own ideas, language and innate knowledge of a subject--and then building on that to illustrate how to hone their unique voice in order to get their message across cogently and effectively. Also, I am ... (read more)
...As a high school literature teacher, I teach vocabulary using the Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop curriculum. This curriculum prepares students for words that they will encounter on SAT and ACT tests. I have used a variety of methods and strategies to help my students learn and study these words, not just to memorize the definitions but also to use them correctly in speaking and writing. (read more)
...I am currently studying for the CPA exam, and in my free time I enjoy playing music and board games. I also speak German and Russian. I have a BA in English with a minor in Conflict Resolution, an MA in International Studies and a Master's of Public Administration. (read more)
...I would be happy to teach the craft of sewing. One of my favorite subjects to teach is the needlecrafts. I specialize in knitting, embroidery and rug making. (read more)