...These sessions allow me to focus in on the specific parts of each concept that students are struggling with. Throughout the semester, the students often report this extra tutoring as one of the most helpful things they experienced in my class. I love getting to know my students because there ar... (read more)
...During a lesson I like to start by introducing the student to the material in an engaging way. Then I like to utilize explicit instruction to help students learn more about the subject and address the missing skills that they have. When we get to independent practice I like to use games and han... (read more)
...One of the main problems in reading is subject verb agreement and knowing how to write the plural of a word. I also work with pronunciation. If a child cannot pronounce a word, I ask him to try and pronounce it using phonics and if he/she gets it wrong, I will correct him/her. (read more)
...I have 4 of my own children and 2 granddaughters. They live in 4 different states so we spend our weekends visiting them. I enjoy jogging and walking and have set myself lots of goals with half-marathons. (read more)
...During my core studies at Southeast Community College I learned how to master the APA and MLA writing styles for English and I was good at Math and Science. As a football coach, I learned that everyone has a different way of doing things, so I learned to tweak my system so that it can fit the players. I have a bachelor's in management and a master's in leadership. (read more)