...My PhD is in Comparative Literatures, which means I studied literature in different languages, one of which was Spanish. In addition to studying Spanish at the graduate level, I also lived and taught in Mexico City. I like to make learning languages practical and fun. (read more)
...I love seeing new faces and watching improvement happen in real time. I shoot with a Nikon Z50, mirrorless camera. I have learned manual photography, and only shoot with manual settings. (read more)
My love of teaching must be hereditary - my mother, my grandmother, and half of my aunts and cousins are all teachers! I graduated with my Master's Degree in Elementary Education in December 2013, with Magna Cum Laude honors, and am currently licensed to teach in Colorado and Oregon. I personally know how hard work and dedication to learning can pay off! (read more)
...It takes patience but if I get to know the student then I can usually make it fun. I use many flash cards and supply phonics material. Phonics can be fun. (read more)
...Previously he taught ESL and citizenship-prep courses for immigrant applicants and ESL at ELS Language School in Los Angeles. He has taught in China as a transfer professor for University of Colorado, Denver and Boulder. He was a professional skier and rafting guide. (read more)