...I hold a California Professional Clear Teaching Credential. I have been actively engaged in public speaking since my early years as a Girl Scout! Beginning in my youth has meant I've never had "stage fright". (read more)
...I've been teaching for over 30 years. I have a master's in Curriculum Development and I have served as a curriculum specialist. I have helped to develop the state tests to measure student success in both Oregon and Washington. (read more)
...When tutoring students, finding the appropriate content standards for the grade and subject occur first. Next, an interview with the student and parent/care giver allow me to understand what is expected of me and I learn about the needs of the student. By incorporating the arts into the curricu... (read more)
...Additionally, I am a former Regional Policy Council member as well as board member and past president of the Family Network on Disabilities, a non-profit organization engaging in education and advocacy for children and families of children with disabilities. I have an M.A. degree in Religious St... (read more)