My Degree:
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in English and a minor in Studio Art. Through my concentration in English, I had the opportunity to take advanced English courses in Modern Grammar, Expository Writing, Writing Fiction, and English Literature. The degree, in combination with my concentration and minor, has provided me with the confidence and skills to not only teach academics, but to also bring creativity, a nurturing environment, a passion for learning, differentiation for all learners, and advanced English knowledge into the classroom. 

My Teaching Experience:
In addition to private tutoring, I have four years of classroom experience teaching fifth grade. During these four years, I taught all subject areas including English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. In addition, I had the opportunity to teach in one-on-one and small group settings. During ELA, I created English rotations based upon student needs. Some of these groups included practicing fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar. Each year I also conducted novel studies in both whole group and small group settings. Through these novel studies, my goal was for even the most reluctant readers to learn to love reading. Bringing these books to life was one of my favorite aspects of teaching. The novel studies were the highlight of the year for my students!