...By breaking down the test into its three section types and meticulously outlining what to expect in each, I empower my students with the knowledge and confidence they need to excel.I used a systematized approach to support each student in developing from their present level of mastery. The first... (read more)
...My values include professionalism, sincerity, honesty, respect, and results-driven. I have been an educator for over 20 years. As a professor at Pierce College in Washington state, I was nominated for the Distinguished Faculty Award as well as receiving the Outstanding ESL Teacher Award at Cypress Community College (NOCCCD) in southern California. (read more)
...My classroom has a foundation based around literacy and it is in everything we do. Experience teaching the intermediate grades and have over 100 hours of professional development in Intel Math courses. I have taught foundational reading skills with phonics, reading comprehension skills both in non-fiction and fictional text, and vocabulary development. (read more)
...I collaborate with colleagues on data analysis, effective instruction, and targeted interventions leading to increased student achievement. I am computer literate and use technology successfully to engage my students at high levels and to differentiate my instruction. I am an active member of the professional learning community. (read more)
...I have taught second grade for 8 years and Title I reading for grades K-4 for three years. In both of these experiences, I taught phonics through the Writing Road to Reading, SRA and Wired for Reading. I also have worked in a response to interventions environment which assesses students in the area of phonics instruction. (read more)