...For the past twenty-five years, I have worked in higher education as a Communication and English faculty member. Herein, I have worked at community colleges, private/public colleges and a major university. I have taught in the brick and mortar classroom and online. (read more)
...I believe wholeheartedly that it is important to focus in on what a student is specifically having difficulty grasping first and foremost; after the student has understood a core concept he/she was struggling with, great care is always made to fully master said concept, and knowing what the profe... (read more)
...I also attained a Single Subject Credential in English Language Arts. I attained a bachelor's degree in Philosophy from the University of Central Florida and a Single Subject Teaching Credential in English from San Diego State University. In addition to teaching experience, I have recent experi... (read more)
Hello! My name is Melissa and I am an elementary school teacher with a special education credential from San Diego State University. After teaching for almost 10 years, I developed a passion for the science of reading and the wealth of research that should inform my practice. (read more)
...The approach I’ve taken towards teaching can best be summed as follows: Be the teacher I want my sons to have. I’ve taught pre-algebra, algebra 1, geometry, algebra 2, trigonometry, discrete math, and integrated math. In addition, I have extensive experience helping individuals prepare for the GED, ASVAB, SAT and ACT. (read more)