...She should stretch a child's thinking, reasoning and problem-solving. A good teacher does not just focus on yes or no answers she extends the lesson so the child has deeper conceptual understanding of what is being taught. She leads that child to that "AH HA" moment. (read more)
...I have been able to help every child I have worked with, including those having autism, some of whom were nonverbal. I was a reading tutor for 5 years with the Carbon County Volunteers for Literacy, and tutored adult learners in my home. I currently tutor one of my own grandchildren, and she is experiencing much improvement and a much higher level of self esteem in the classroom. (read more)
...Whether this be in academics or in life. We all have tremendous potential and sometimes just need a nudge to excel. I have worked in business, banking, corrections (12 years). I have studied Aikido for seven years and hold the title of Shodan (teacher) I taught classes for children and adults at the Aikido Dojo in West Reading, PA for 6 years. (read more)
...Previously, I was a camp counselor at Adamstown YMCA summer camp. When I teach reading, I tell students we mustn't look at these activities as exercises. Instead, I teach students to read like everything is an adventure or a story worth telling. (read more)