Former Ph.D. scientist in paper industry, currently engaged in teaching chemistry to college freshmen and sophomores, and to homeschoolers. Extensive experience has demonstrated particular effectiveness in the following areas:Communication SkillsDynamic oral communication (classroom teaching, tutoring, seminars, corporate and conference presentations), and outstanding technical writing abilities.Interpersonal SkillsCapable of working well with a variety of personality types; able to work both independently and as a team player; even-tempered, amiable, able to listen and advise, with a passion to see students succeed.Technical ExpertiseWell-read generalist, with particularly broad knowledge in chemistry, chemical engineering, pulp and paper science, mathematics, and physics.