Personal information
Bio
I am a versatile educator with a B.A. in English from The University of Texas at Austin and over a decade of teaching experience in various settings. My certifications include Texas Classroom Teacher Certificates for grades 4-8 in core subjects and an ESL Supplemental certification. With a background as a traditional classroom teacher and extensive experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) both online and in-person, I’ve empowered thousands of students to improve their academic performance and language skills.
I’m passionate about creating engaging and interactive learning environments, using humor and research-based methods to foster comprehensive understanding. Whether supporting young learners, university students, or adult professionals preparing for proficiency exams, I bring enthusiasm and personalized strategies to meet each student's needs.
Programs
Elementary
Reading
1st Grade Reading
2nd Grade Reading
3rd Grade Reading
4th Grade Reading
5th Grade Reading
Advanced Phonics
Braintrust Advanced Reading
Braintrust Advanced Reading (No Curriculum)
Braintrust Beginning Reading (No Curriculum)
Braintrust Foundational Reading
Kindergarten Reading
Phonics
Phonological Awareness
Reading Fluency
Writing
1st Grade Writing
2nd Grade Writing
3rd Grade Writing
4th Grade Writing
5th Grade Writing
Grammar
Kindergarten Writing
Math
1st Grade Math
2nd Grade Math
3rd Grade Math
4th Grade Math
5th Grade Math
Kindergarten Math
Middle School
Reading
6th Grade Reading
7th Grade Reading
8th Grade Reading
Writing
6th Grade Writing
7th Grade Writing
8th Grade Writing
Math
6th Grade Math
7th Grade Math
8th Grade Math
Pre-Algebra
Other Skills
Preschool
Learning Differences
Session preference
Cancellation policy
24 hours notice
Calendar
Education
Bachelors Degree
English
at University of Texas at Austin
Employment history
6th/7th grade ELAR, journalism teacher
LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE
July, 2010 - June, 2014
7th grade ELAR teacher
LEGACY MIDDLE
July, 2014 - June, 2015
5th grade ELAR teacher
KIPP PODER ACADEMY
July, 2016 - November, 2016
substitute
NAVARRO MIDDLE
September, 2015 - May, 2019
substitute
GREGORY-PORTLAND H S
from September, 2019
Tutoring history
LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE, Middle School
KIPP PODER ACADEMY, Elementary
LEGACY MIDDLE, Middle School
ARANSAS PASS H S, High School
INGLESIDE H S, High School
GREGORY-PORTLAND H S, High School
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