"I have a B.S. in Psychology and German from Central Michigan University (magna cum laude) and completed five years of graduate work in Germany, passing all eight of the cumulative Diplom exams (equivalent to a Master's level). I have over 15 years of experience teaching both adults and children and believe in continuous education. I have completed 4 TESOL courses and received certificates in:

--TESOL: Practical Ideas for the Adult ESL/EFL Classroom,

--TESOL: Teaching ESL/EFL Reading,

--TESOL: Teaching ESL/EFL Grammar,

--TESOL: Teaching ESL/EFL Vocabulary.

--ETS TOEFL Test Preparation: The Insider's Guide,

--Acclaimed Merrill Speed Reading.

--Introduction to Online and Blended Teaching

I apply my educational psychology background to employ various learning strategies in the classroom to ensure achievement. Utilizing visual cues, I encourage students to practice their grammar and vocabulary skills in conversational exercises. With a vast collection of books, games and audio/visual materials, I have compiled complete courses for each proficiency level.

I taught in a Sonderschule (special ed. school) for my internship and translated numerous documents within the university as well as at an institute outside the university. I also worked as an interpreter at conferences in Frankfurt, Germany." less...