...Previously, I have taught for Eastern Suffolk BOCES at the secondary or high school level. At BOCES, I taught students with learning disabilities, Autism, and emotional disturbances. I am extremely familiar with the NYS ELA Common Core Regents. (read more)
...I have used at least 5 different phonics curriculum throughout my teaching career and have been highly successful with the kindergarten, first, and second graders in early reading using phonics. I have been playing piano since the age of 3. My mother, who had a master's degree in Music Education, was a piano teacher, and I had private lessons throughout my childhood until the age of 17. (read more)
...I also tutor in-person with English Language Learners (ELL) through Literacy Suffolk on Long Island. My approach to teaching (and learning) is fun and creative. You’ll never be bored! (read more)
...Grammar has become a lost subject in the revolving approaches to education we are currently experiencing. I believe grammar and mechanics are the foundations of good reading and writing. In my classroom I introduce new grammar and mechanic skills weekly ensuring mastery and application of the concept before moving onto the next one. (read more)