"I am a retired high school and college English teacher with 40 years' experience in the classroom. I have taught all levels of high school English as well as middle school language arts. I have been a certified teacher in South Carolina as well as a National Board Certified teacher. I also have a Masters degree in English from the University of South Carolina. Recently, I have certified to teach AP English Literature and Composition.

I have a special interest in developing the literacy of all students through engaging reading and writing assignments and activities. I have studied reading and literacy practices with well-known experts Ellin Keene, Cris Tovani, Janet Allen, Jeff Wilhelm, and Jim Burke. In addition I have had training to teach English as a Second Language." less...