"My degree was a double major in English Literature and Performing Arts, with a minor in Social Sciences. I earned an MFA in Theatre Directing. I have written numerous plays for children, all of which have been performed. I began my career as the Performing Arts Director for the Oklahoma Arts Council, and, after Graduate School, worked as a Theatre Director in the San Francisco Bay area, where I won an award for directing Equity Waiver Theatre. Before retiring, I spent many years working in the school system, first as a Substitute teacher in Middle and High School, and then as a paraprofessional in the schools, completing my tenure in Elementary education. In my capacity as an educator, I started several after- school arts programs, and taught drama and performance for the Ocean Pines Community.

My tutoring experience has spanned several decades, where I specialized in English and Language Arts for all age groups, but primarily concentrating on High School English and test-taking, including SAT preparation. I also was a Home Hospital teacher for seven years. In addition, I have coached young people and adults in Public Speaking and Debate. I have also taught and tutored special needs students, and created theatrical programs for my local Arts Council. I have found that the ability to communicate in verbal and artistic ways, and to communicate the ability to comprehend complex literature and to write cohesively and expressively are tremendous assets in developing young minds and in helping to retrain the older mind. While I am not a certified teacher, I have been recruited to help teach communication methods to teachers. My additional graduate training and rich life experience is a gift.

I am well-read, and a prolific writer. My skills in public speaking and training actors are essential assets. It is imperative to always increase one's working vocabulary, and to learn the confidence to communicate with people, particularly in today's competitive world. Writing essays for c" less...