...In the first year of my MFA at George Mason University, I received 4.5 out 5 in Writer feedback at the Writing Center as well as praise for all four outreach sessions I conducted. At the start of my second year, I stepped into the classroom and though it was challenging at first, the aspect(s) I... (read more)
...I follow the Communicative Language Teaching method as I believe languages should be taught not to be memorized, but to be used as a way to communicate with the people around you. Drills and vocabulary memorization are not sufficient for a learner to use language in authentic speech. I accompli... (read more)
...My personal method is to show people the correct way to do things through example and push them to figure out the correct way to write, while still preserving the person's voice in their writing. I aim to do it in a creative way. I will not give people the answers, they do have to do it themselves, so I act as a guide to the assignments, providing clarity and an extra set of eyes. (read more)
...Grammar and vocabulary are the basis of making learning English a rewarding experience. Teaching is also rewarding when you share the journey with the student when they are led to real accomplishments. Numerous people do not know the importance of a comma, semi colon or punctuation. (read more)
...While my passion for teaching remains strong, my priorities shifted when my husband and I started a family. Now, as a mother to a 16-month-old son, transitioning to tutoring allows me to stay involved in education while being present for every milestone. I’m excited to help students reach their... (read more)