I have been teaching for nineteen years. I have experience in both public and private education. I have taught English and Social Studies for grades 4-6, as well as 8th grade. I have experience working with gifted children as well as those who struggle academically (ADD/ADHD, executive function, disgraphia, comprehension issues, etc.) In terms of my educational philosophy, I believe that learning should be a positive experience in which the student is actively engaged and having fun. In m...