"I am currently a 6th grade language arts teacher. I have been teaching the past eight years. This year I also teach social studies. I obtained my Masters in Reading from Aurora University. I am also working towards becoming a National Board Certified teacher. Although I do not currently teach math I am comfortable teaching elementary level math as well. I believe in an interactive approach to learning to help keep students engaged. Reading and writing are essential lifelong skills that students need to develop at a young age to further help them throughout their academic career."