Let’s Have Fun Learning to Sign- ASL for Beginners- Animals, Colors and More!

Hi, 
My name is Trish Algeo. I am originally from New York but now living in sunny Southwest Florida. I am a certified teacher and have my MS in Elementary Education. 
While living in New York I taught children of all ages and abilities. For several years I worked at Mill Neck Manor, a school for children with hearing impairments and other disabilities. I studied at New York Society for The Deaf and completed my ASL training.
After moving to Florida, I decided to homeschool my son and began an In Home Family Daycare. For 10+ years I taught children ages 3-6 in a classroom setting I created in my home. I have since moved to another home, much smaller, where I decided to become an online teacher. I have been teaching English to children in China for over 2 years now. I love what I do and would love to continue teaching online. I have several years experience using American Sign Language and would love to start off by teaching that. I also enjoy reading to children and creating crafts that reflect on the meaningful messages from stories that we will read. 
My greatest concern is the welfare of our children and the challenges they face in today's world. I plan to research and also teach my students coping skills as they grow into young adults. 
My daughter, now 21, suffered with an eating disorder. It was a struggle and as a family, we all suffered. We needed to seek professional help and I am proud to say she is now a healthy and happy college student! I, as her mom, learned a tremendous amount from that experience and have informally counseled strangers and friends on this subject.
There are so many young people out in the world struggling with issues of everyday life. If there is anyway I can make a difference, I will certainly try. 
Thank you for considering me as part of your child's education! I look forward to meeting you and your child!
Teacher Trish