...I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in English from the University of Illinois, and I hold a Master’s in Education with a concentration in Reading and Literacy from Benedictine University. I have taught all levels of high school, including College Grammar and Composition, AP Literature and Composition... (read more)
...My specializations include English teaching, English as a Second Language (ESL), Reading Comprehension, Essay Writing, and Phonics. Following my certification, I started working as a teacher, summer school teacher, and substitute teacher in various public and private schools. Some of those scho... (read more)
...I know how to tutor reading out loud and how to help students read silently to themselves. My process for tutoring writing is to determine what stage the writing is in--if the writing is started or if we need to brainstorm. I ask important questions such as "Who is the intended audience?" and "... (read more)
...There is just so much to learn about the magnificent world we live in, and I love indulging students' curiosity as we explore the wonders of reality. Plus, middle schoolers are just the most fun age group to teach! Using real-world examples, relevant questioning, and lots of technology, I can always get students excited about the content. (read more)