...As an elementary school teacher, I've also planned and executed hundreds of phonics lessons. For the past 4 years, I have worked with 3rd and 4th grade students to prepare for the New York State Common Core Assessments. As a Teacher with Uncommon Schools, I attended dozens of hours of professional development sessions about the Common Core Standards and exams. (read more)
...Gave lectures to general public. Presented to interview panels. Prepared graduate students to give seminars and talks on research findings. (read more)
...In addition to using a textbook, I work with students to develop their Japanese speaking skills. For students at the intermediate level I begin having casual conversations, have students write diaries in Japanese, and provide translations of songs, videos, and anime clips. Advanced students like to talk about topics related to their jobs or education as well as current events. (read more)
...The 34 years in the service included my travels to the different places in the Philippines and one time in Malaysia and Indonesia to attend seminars for English teachings, also chosen to be one time officer in charge in the English department in our school for one year. In the evening, I did s... (read more)