"America was built from the ideas of many great men and women from diverse ethnic backgrounds. We are a proud country and the true melting pot. I am inspired to teach, because I'm interested in bringing considerate thought and discussion into the classroom. My years teaching English Grammar/Composition, at the College of Southern Nevada, have been the most rewarding years of my career!! I'm dedicated to any task I undertake. When it comes to working with students and expanding their knowledge, I am patient, I am approachable and I believe in them, even when other people in their lives don't. I teach outside of the box. My methods are efficient and effective. Expanding the minds of people, broadening their global understanding and educating them about their culture and their significance in the American context, has always been an undertaking and a focus of mine. I believe that my strong liberal arts background from Vassar College has prepared me to teach courses in English Literature/Composition and Africana Studies. My Masters Degree in Journalism from The Medill School at Northwestern University has armed me with the skills to teach communications and media literacy courses. My extensive career with the PBS network, in the areas of Programming and Production, has inspired me to approach life and people with a passion to educate. Every student has a gift waiting to be opened." less...