Fun Facts

My family and I are world travelers, 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...

About Me

Per my educational background, 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.

Experience

I possess over twenty-five years of 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, an academic/learning coach, and an English and history tutor.

Approach

My teaching philosophy and methodology involve "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; for example, it's not just about analyzing a poem, it's also about considering the current events, culture, and life experiences affecting the author.