...My college course work was comprehensive in format. I have studied chemistry, physics, geology, botany, biochemistry, microbiology, astronomy, and zoology. These courses often included laboratories in which I learned a wide variety of lab techniques. (read more)
...I have taken numerous courses and workshops to study a multi-sensory, Orton-Gillingham based methodology to teaching reading. Throughout my career, I have effectively helped students with learning disabilities like Dyslexia and ADHD to improve their reading outcomes. This is one of the great joys of my life: to help these students feel confident and joyful when reading and writing. (read more)
...I am also certified to teach grade Pre K-6. I currently work as an elementary tutor and as member of extra-curricular team at a local elementary school. In addition I tutor elementary students in core subjects (math, language arts, science and social studies), basic computer skills and basic how to for internet applications. (read more)
I am currently employed by the Blue Mountain School District, Orwigsburg, PA, as a per diem substitute teacher. I have served as a substitute in many different disciplines. I have taught in grades 1-4 while at the school and have also been afforded to work as Special Education teacher on many different occasions in grades 1 and 3. (read more)