...I love working with students to better understand not just the meaning of texts, but also the ways that those texts were part of their historical moment and drew on contemporary scientific theories, political events, and cultural habits. Prior to earning a PhD in the History of Science from Harv... (read more)
...I specialized in the pre-requisite courses that prepared students for success in English 101. I received both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in literature. I focused mostly on 19th-20th century American literature, especially work that dealt with issues of race and gender in the 20th century. (read more)
...I worked as an elementary teacher teaching third and fourth grade for four years, two years in person and two years virtually as part of the Baltimore County Public Schools Virtual Learning Program. I have been working with kids for many years, as I started as a private nanny and tutor, and then... (read more)
...I then like to help them build a study structure that they can apply to all courses, not just the ones we're working on. In my 9 to 5 job, I also work with educational book distribution, so it's safe to say that I enjoy reading books along with my students as it helps me keep current. My main goal is to make a student feel confident in a classroom and to develop critical thinking skills. (read more)
...Additionally, I have worked with elementary and middle school students for several years. In high school, I had completed over 400 hours of community service, most of which was spent working with school-age children in educational settings, and I tutored several elementary-age students in my fir... (read more)