...Standardized test preparation is an area of expertise. I teach a variety of test-taking strategies that help students increase their scores. I can work with students struggling in a specific section. (read more)
...Furthermore, I have worked as a STAAR scorer which has enabled me to gain deep understanding of the application of the STAAR rubric in writing.This experience has enabled me to scaffold student writing for students to craft responses tha strongly and successfully align with the STAAR Standards.... (read more)
...I am very familiar with the CoGAT test and the Nnat3. I understand the concepts that are presented for quantitative reasoning and the verbal sections of tests, as well as the non-verbal sections of reasoning and geometric shapes. I also have prepared many students for the state assessment at many grade levels using test-taking strategies. (read more)
...You will see your subject material at different angles and gain new insights. I believe that everyone is able to learn and grow and be more than they are today. One of my mentors loved to say, “it’s not about the intercept, it’s about the slope.” That is to say, it’s not about where you start a... (read more)
...This encouraged me to pursue a Bachelors in Communication with a major in Journalism and a minor in English. I even felt encouraged to earn two Master degrees one in English and a second in School Guidance and Counseling. I have also taken courses to earn a certification to become a principal. (read more)