...I look forward to teaching you through WyzAnt, and helping to bridge the cultural gap between the Slavic culture and ours. I received by BA in Russian Language and Literature, and was ESL certified along with receiving my foreign language teacher certification. I taught GED for 5 years, and spelling and writing were a part of the lessons. (read more)
...I currently teach EL (ESL - English Language Learners.) This means that I specialize in intervention techniques for language acquisition. I live and breathe phonics instruction, as well as differentiation and scaffolding techniques for struggling students. I enjoy making content accessible and helping students take ownership for their learning in order to succeed. (read more)
I received a Masters Degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from Shippensburg University in 1972. Since then I have taught Junior High School Mathematics (Middle School); GED Mathematics; and College Mathematics (Basic Math through Applied Calculus). During my tenure at Shepherd University I rec... (read more)
...It is my priority to build confidence and discover ways to instill understanding. Every child is a mathematician. As a kid, I struggled with reading. (read more)
...While this is my only "official" tutoring experience, and I have no official teaching experience, I have mentored several employees over the years. I have also held training luncheons and been trainer for several technologies. I will not be equipped to tutor anyone with high school English, or help anyone learn to read. (read more)