...One of the core differences in teaching special education is the necessity of providing direct instruction in how to be a successful student. A large proportion of the students who are given these labels suffer from some form Executive Function disorders. By definition this means they have considerable difficulty with any activity requiring organization or sequencing. (read more)
...While teaching high school I spent my summers working towards my first master's degree from Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City in English Education. During my time as an ELA teacher I realized that a few of my students really struggled to read and at the time I was not traine... (read more)
...I am experienced in many genres and styles of music and have extensive experience in live performance. I take great pride in seeing my students reach their potential while gaining confidence and self-assurance and at the same time, having fun. Although I majored in History at university, I also received a degree in Music as well. (read more)
7 Subjects: includingESL/ESOL,Guitar,World History,American History
...My education was received through Shepherd College with a BA in psychology and I have been employed with Human Service jobs since graduation working with children in need, in temporary emergency care and in the home. I also worked with young adults and older adults in a mental health psycho-soci... (read more)
...I have facilitated an after-school book club at my school and worked for RESA7's Project Isaac for three years (a state-sponsored after-school tutoring program). I also have experience tutoring students at West Virginia's Job Corp. These are primarily at-risk students working toward GEDs and tr... (read more)