...However, after my long-term position as an art teacher I discovered I missed the closeness one achieves working with smaller groups of children. I ended up getting my K-8 certification. During my stint as a para (two years ago) I was able to help students on-line as we were remote on Fridays. (read more)
...Additionally, I have been a part of the standardized test creation process, so I have an unique perspective when approaching these exams. I have a master's degree in Teaching English, I teach English Language Arts, and I am the Writers' Club advisor in my school. I've taught English for the past ten years. (read more)
...In assigning the documents, I highlight such words and phrases, and require students to list the meaning of each, using both dictionary definition and context. This approach has been very effective in developing in students a scholarly habit of learning new words. My students have increased their vocabulary and thereby their knowledge and ability to express ideas and opinions. (read more)
...I met weekly with them in order to develop all the teaching materials before instruction. When the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures could not support financially the program any more, parents of those children contacted me to tutor them in private lessons and since then I have b... (read more)
...A timer is an essential tool during my sessions, letting a student know exactly what is expected of them and what will be covered in the session is necessary, having extra materials and supplies helps, working where there are no distractions is a key. Breaking up the session into manageable time... (read more)