...I recently finished a study abroad program in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I worked at a hospital and studied Spanish extensively. These were 8 hour days, 5 days a week, and my Spanish is now exceptionally proficient. My understanding of grammatical structures and the experience of immersion were incredibly helpful in my personal journey of language learning. (read more)
...I also anonymously donated my kidney to a child in 2023! I became a teacher because I wanted to inspire curiosity, empower others, and make a lasting impact on the world through learning. As an elementary school student, I struggled with my learning (especially math and reading). I know how valuable extra time and resources can be to support learning and confidence. (read more)
...Then a high school teacher influenced this deficit by showing me areas of learning where I was already strong. She helped me make little corrections mostly by her role model of listening, of caring, and of valuing me as a person. In one year, all my grades rose to As and Bs. (read more)
...I later graduated, almost eons ago, in 1994 from City University of Seattle with an MBA in Managerial Leadership and Total Quality Management. I then was privileged to teach, as an adjunct professor, at City U for 12 years. My students were primarily adults who were coming back to school after work for a degree, so they could advance their careers. (read more)
...I have informally tutored 20+ people in various settings and formats, and take great pride in watching their progress. I have a knack for thinking like a beginner, and understanding the thought processes that new students must follow to grasp key strategies and priorities in the game of chess.I ... (read more)