I have been teaching for 24 years in international private school settings, K-8th, servicing both native English speakers and second language learners. I am trained in Readers and Writers Workshop and Orton-Gillingham and both methods are incorporated into my instruction. I know that children have... (read more)
...For many years I taught in sixth grade classes and challenged my students to stretch their writing skills. During this time I had students write everything from how-to directions, to short stories and poetry. We always culminated our language program with a literary tea, an opportunity for students to share their favorite pieces of writing with guests during a formal tea/luncheon event. (read more)
...I encourage children to approach any science subject through observation and reflection. For the elementary child I encourage recording thoughts in pictures and/or words so the child can respond to the scientific information he/she takes in. I have experience approaching science in this way for students in grades 1-5. (read more)
...I also teach Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry giving me an understanding of everything needed to learn secondary mathematics. School has always been an important part of my life. The skills learned go beyond the topics being discussed. (read more)
...I get to be part of a child's life and make a difference. I like it when I child understands and the so called "light bulb" comes on. I know how hard school can be and how important it is for a child's future. (read more)