I graduated from Harvard University in 1988 with a degree in U.S. History, earned a teaching certification from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and later completed a Master's degree in Speech Communication and Instruction at the University of Washington. My teaching career began in private and international schools in Kenya, Tanzania, France, and Italy before I spent most of my career in U.S. public schools. I have taught English (grades 7–12), Debate, U.S. History (including...
I graduated from Harvard University in 1988 with a degree in U.S. History, earned a teaching certification from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and later completed a Master's degree in Speech Communication and Instruction at the University of Washington. My teaching career began in private and international schools in Kenya, Tanzania, France, and Italy before I spent most of my career in U.S. public schools. I have taught English (grades 7–12), Debate, U.S. History (including APUSH), World History, International Studies, and AP Comparative Government. I particularly enjoy helping students connect literature and history, as each enriches understanding of the other. I hold National Board Certification in Social Studies, a Special Education endorsement, and have extensive training in AVID strategies that support study skills, organization, and academic success. I also value the artistic and developmental approach of Waldorf education, having spent a year teaching in a Waldorf school.
I tutor students in person in Marin County and online. Having taught and tutored online for many years, I am comfortable working with students in a virtual setting and adapting instruction to individual learning styles and needs. I offer support in SAT preparation, English, History, AP Comparative Government, writing, and public speaking. As I transition from full-time classroom teaching to retirement, I have a flexible schedule and enjoy giving students the individualized attention that helps them build confidence, strengthen skills, and achieve their academic goals.
