"I have been a special education teacher for the past 35 years, and continue to work in the field. I have instructed students with a wide range of disabilities and abilities in all high school areas. I have taught classes in Algebra I and Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Physics, and English. My work with students has also covered World and American History, Psychology, and Sociology. With my background in special education, I am able to approach teaching from a variety of angles, and I have developed many methods of instruction so that ALL students can, and will, learn and remember the material covered. I have also worked with individuals in preparation for the SAT tests and MCAS (which must be passed to receive a high school diploma)." less...