...During my college years, I had the opportunity to study abroad twice, spending a full semester in Puerto Rico and six weeks in Spain. I loved that I was able to take the knowledge from my Spanish courses and apply it in the world. I gained incredible insight as to how to go beyond book work to make Spanish come alive. (read more)
...On top of everything else, I pair phonics with comprehension, because, let's face it. What's the point of reading if you don't understand what you've read? Best of all, we have fun during our sessions! (read more)
...My last position was in a post-country called Kazakhstan. I left this position because my family did not like living outside the US. I am currently teaching at the University of Pittsburgh where I worked for seven years prior to heading to Kazakhstan. (read more)
...I have continued to study the science of reading. I have kept abreast of changes in best practices for successful teaching of reading skills and strategies. I am presently enrolled in an Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory program for teaching dyslexic learners, and I connect with experts in the field in any way that they are accessible. (read more)