Hi! My name is James, and I am a native of Nashville, TN, with over 15 years of teaching and tutoring experience at both the K-12 and college levels. I obtained my Bachelor's and Master's from Middle Tennessee State University and my Ph.D. from the University of Southern Mississippi. (read more)
...I am not your typical English teacher: I am foremost a human being whose career demands that he convey technical concepts to laypeople. I approach grammar practically and explain concepts in simple terms that make sense to everyday people. My background in STEM subjects helps me to stay grounded, not forgetting what it's like to be a student first understanding grammar rules. (read more)
...Over the years of teaching in and out of the classroom I have discovered this to be especially true for learners that have unique needs or who struggle. I have experience working with learners of all ability levels in and outside of the classroom. I currently work at a school for unique learner... (read more)
...As a high school student, I competed in extemporaneous speaking on the high school's speech and debate team. As an economics student at Montana State University, I regularly presented research findings to other students and professors. Today as a U.S. (read more)