I have been able to read since I was two years old. I have had a library card since I was four. My first public school experience was University of California at Berkeley. Being the oldest child in my family, I am the resident tutor to my younger siblings. I also peer tutored calculus at the Learning Center at UC Berkeley. I have taught adults Medical Assisting and substitute taught in diverse school districts in California. The greatest challenge for me is for the student to comprehend-- for that concept to sink in--for the "light bulb" to go on! I enjoy chess, coaching volleyball and basketball. I read voraciously and my favorite place is the local library. "Scientific American" fascinates me every month. I believe that the teacher is guide and observer. I provide structure to problerm-solving but I have high expectations of independent critical thinking.