...With these students we had to diagnose their reading deficiencies, do weeks of remediation, and diagnose next steps to take. As an English major in college, I took several theatre classes. While student teaching in Pawling, I helped direct the fall drama, as well as taught a period of theater class. (read more)
...I taught freshman English with an appropriate emphasis on proofreading in colleges and universities for many years. I have a master's degree in Linguistics with an emphasis on the skills, including proofreading, required to teach academic writing. I hold secondary, adult, and community college credentials (California) and a Master's Degree in Applied Linguistics. (read more)
...I understand the joys and advantages that being a confident reader with a strong vocabulary provide. Most of all, however, I focus on the absolute necessity of being a good writer. I joke/brag about being able to produce a profound essay on even the silliest, most mundane topic - whether it be a donut, a paper cup or a rap song. (read more)
...In undergrad I pursued a double major in chemistry and mathematics. With a BS in Chemistry I also achieved ACS (American Chemical Society) certification. Not only did I receive A's in every science class I took, but I also graduated with a 4.0. (read more)