...I understand, though, that many struggle with English, whether it's with reading or whether it's with writing. I've seen the struggle first-hand when I taught English to students in Japan, as well as when I taught 2nd Grade to both native English speakers and ESL students. What I noticed helped improve my students' writing is a healthy dose of clarity and enthusiasm. (read more)
...I live in Oelwein, Iowa. I attended Mankato State University, where my major was elementary education but I also have a strong background in biology and English. I am very patient and am used to working with a variety of people. (read more)