...I often draw on my personal teaching files to find visual aids (e.g., graphic organizations, videos, outlines, etc.) to help the process. I recognize that academic success is often in two parts – an understanding of the skill and the process. I work to address both so that students are building transferrable skills as opposed to only focusing on one class assignment at a time. (read more)
...I especially like helping students write college application essays. Once I began teaching, I saw a need in our schools for strong teachers of mathematics. I decided to teach middle school math, where I enjoy helping kids discover that math is interesting and fun! (read more)
...The task-based approach focuses heavily on interpersonal communication and paired learning through a variety of activities. These activities require students to think critically and problem solve, while still achieving specified linguistic goals. The task-based approach uses concrete steps to g... (read more)
...As a high school Latin teacher, I taught Latin 1-4 (grades 9-12). Over my four years at St. Bernard's, I improved the Latin program to the point where AP Latin was offered for the first time in over a decade. Additionally, I taught AP English Literature & Composition and AP English Language & C... (read more)
...I am Professionally Licensed in Massachusetts in Special Needs (Moderate), ELA, and Art. I want to make a difference in the lives of my students and empathize with their earning gaps that resulted from remote learning, caused by COVID-19. I have a Master's Degree in Education and am professionally licensed in Moderate Disabilities in grades 5-12. (read more)