...I have taught grades K, 1,2, and 3 in the classroom and tutor regularly through grade 6. I prefer to work in reading, language arts and writing, but certainly do math through grade 6 as well. I try to find as many creative strategies for children to use to have a helpful and successful solution to learning issues. (read more)
...I am married with three grown children and 8 grandchildren. As a chemical engineer a big part of my career has been spent writing reports on my work. I believe I can assist students in learning how to write clearly and succinctly. (read more)
...I have held management positions with Unocal, Bay Zinc Company, Pace International and Fluor Hanford. I have attended numerous management seminars over a period of 40 years. I received a BS in Chemical Engineering from Washington State University. (read more)
...My hobbies include playing music, hiking in the mountains of the Pacific NW, cycling, dance, yoga, and reading fiction by international authors. Teaching has been my professional passion for most of my life! Building relationships with my students is the most important and gratifying part of my job and is the basis for students' deep learning, connection, motivation, and work ethos. (read more)