I am looking to teach students about literature and how to communicate effectively through the spoken and written word. I will facilitate an atmosphere where young learners will be able to find the answers to questions they have when they are in everyday situations. I continually offer time before and after school to assist students elevate their English ability.

Education:

Sam Houston State
Huntsville, Texas- May 1999: Graduate Program Secondary English Certification. GPA 3.0

St. Mary’s University
San Antonio, Texas- December 1991 Bachelor of Arts: English Communication Arts with an emphasis in Business Communication. GPA 3.27

Work History:

Kunshan International School- Academic Director

Kunshan, China September 2011- Present: In my first year I taught students ELA, Science, and Social Studies courses for the fifth and sixth grades.

Ji-Jeong Middle School- Teacher
Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea: September 2007- August 2010. I taught elementary and secondary English as a foreign language (EFL).

Changwon National University- Teacher and Lecturer
Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea: Summer 2008/Winter 2010. I taught elementary and secondary English teachers learning styles, teaching techniques, and conversation skills.
Alief ISD- Teacher
Alief, Texas: August 2001- August 2007. I taught World Literature, American Literature, British Literature, and TAKS centered World Literature classes.
Burton ISD- Teacher
Burton, Texas: September 1999- August 2001. I taught grades 6-8 English Language Arts and High school literature classes. I was the only English teacher on both campuses.
Blinn College- Instructor and Lecturer
Brenham, Texas: September 1993- August 1995. I taught computer software and business courses.

The Psychological Corporation- Writer and Editor
San Antonio, Texas: January 1992- December 1992. I wrote and edited standardized tests, such as, MAT7, MAT7+, and SAT8. I was teamed with a senior editor.