The Teacher Writer

I am a high school teacher of English Literature and AP English Language and Composition at TERRA Environmental Research Institute, in Miami Florida. I am also an adjunct professor at Miami Dade College, where I teach English Composition and Literature classes. I earned a B.S. in English Education, a B.A. in English Literature, and an M.A. in English Literature at Florida International University.

I plan, prepare and deliver lessons to diverse populations, both in whole groups and small groups, with a Differentiated Instruction approach in mind. In my pedagogy, I encourage analytical as well as creative thinking, maintaining high expectations in composition while fostering a love and appreciation for writing.

- Florida Professional Educator Certificate in Language Arts, Grades 6th – 12th with ESOL endorsement - AP Capstone certification - Rookie Teacher of the Year award for Miami Southridge Senior High and TERRA Environmental Research Institute - Teacher of the Year award for TERRA Environmental Research Institute and South Region Finalist - AP Reader for the College Board, scoring FRQs for the AP English Language and Composition Exams - Prepared students for The Elie Wiesel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest for the past three years, with three finalists and two winners - Published author of AP Lang. for Students and their Teachers: A No-Nonsense Guide for AP English Language and Composition Essay Writing - Gifted Teaching Certification

Florida International University Graduated with honors: • Bachelor of Arts in English Literature • Bachelor of Science in English Education with an ESOL Endorsement • Master’s of Arts in English Literature

Website: https://www.theteacherwriter.net/