Hello, I'm Larry!  It's a pleasure to meet you...

I have a deep love for the humanities, particularly literature and history.  Though I enjoy learning about and sharing all subjects of both disciplines, I'm especially fond of Gothic and supernatural literature, 19th century and Edwardian authors, and the Roman/Byzantine, medieval and Enlightenment eras.  I also appreciate sharing pop culture, and "hidden history" or "facts off-the-beaten path"--strange, obscure but very interesting information not usually taught or known.

Via a BA in English Language Arts and TEFL/TESOL certification, I possess over twenty-five years experience teaching/training adolescents and adults in classrooms and online, in both the corporate and civil service fields.  Subjects of instruction have included everything from literature, creative writing, reading and lesson planning to infant care, small animal husbandry and unclaimed property management.  I currently work online as an English teacher, business English teacher, academic/learning coach, and as an English and history tutor.

My teaching philosophy and methodology involves "Socratic flexibility"--frequently probing student knowledge bases, insights and observations through frequent questions, and helping to expand their comprehension by utilizing modes beyond basic rote learning.  I also employ an interdisciplinary approach when teaching; it's not just about analyzing a poem, it's also about considering the current events, culture and life experiences affecting the author. 

I LOVE teaching and tutoring because I get to share my interests and experience with like-minded people of all ages.  Too, I enjoy those "Aha!" moments--seeing the lightbulb go off when students grasp complex or difficult topics.  Most of all, I appreciate learning as much from my students as I hope they learn from me. 
 
My family and I are world travellers, and to date we've visited 46 countries.  And, I'm not afraid to admit that I'm a HUGE Star Trek, Star Wars and superhero geek...

Looking forward to learning with you!