...My strengths are teaching self critique in a positive light, artistic confidence, and observational drawing. Teaching illustration is a passion of mine, as I enjoy lessons that incorporate the elements of art and principles of design. Effective compositions give a drawing impact which keeps the viewer engaged. (read more)
...I begin by getting to know a student personally; then present the student with visual, audio, and physical input. We will also do some reading, writing, and grammar exercises. We also try games, music, and online practice. (read more)
...I have lived in Colombia and Spain and traveled throughout the Spanish-speaking world. I prefer to tutor beginners/Spanish 1 & 2. I know with a positive start students can quickly and easily progress toward fluency. (read more)
...Spent a total of 8 years in Japan. Translated for my ship while stationed in Japan for 3 years. Gave ship tours in Japan including the first US Navy ship to enter the port of Nagasaki since WW2. (read more)
...Trained in the Read Naturally Program for reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Trained in phonic based programs:Lindamood-Bell's Seeing Stars and Visualizing and Verbalizing32 years as an elementary educatorCalifornia Life Credential- Elementary K-8Please contact me for further inform... (read more)