February Kindness: Friendly Letter and Monstrous Craft

Learners will learn how to write a friendly letter. They will also learn how to add details to their writing. Most importantly, learners will have fun writing. 

Training:
Bachelor of Science Degree: Psychology with minors in world religion, philosophy, and sociology
Teaching Certification: Preschool-Grade 9, cross-categorical special education 
Master of Education
Lifelong Teaching Certification

Employment:
11 years as a 7th and 8th-grade special education teacher 
4 years as an elementary special education teacher
2 years as English as a second language teacher online
Freelance editor and proofreader-on and off for 20 years

My son and I joined Outschool in September of 2019. We also started homeschooling at the same time. I enjoy being a parent and a teacher with Outschool. I receive valuable insight due to my two roles. 

Extra:
-I love learning. I love learning about writing, science, literature, arts, history, and many more topics. 
-I have done a lot of research, took classes, and in many cases received certification for the following:
social skills, happiness, mindfulness, crisis intervention, mental illness, disabilities, self-esteem for elementary and middle schoolers
-I have lead many clubs and classes in these areas too. I also have extensive knowledge of the impact of stress, mental illness, chronic illness, and environmental circumstances on a person's learning.
-Soccer Player and Coach: eons 
-I love working with children. 

Prior to class, students will need to set up their craft area. I will send detailed directions. Some students will be able to set up their work area by themselves. I always strive for independence. It is perfectly fine for students to receive help too. 

1 hour 30 minutes per week in class, and an estimated 0 - 1 hours per week outside of class.