"I’ve taught high schoolers for over 20 years and most of that time spent at 1 school in St. Augustine, FL. Subjects taught include Biology (hon/std), Pre-IB Biology, Anatomy & Physiology Hon, & Marine Science (hon/std). Most of those years were spent teaching biology and marine science subjects. My favorite course to teach is Marine Science as I built a popular & very hands-on classroom (many field trips & labs) and many years only taught this course as it filled my schedule completely. I love it because the oceans & its unique physical & biological characteristics are fascinating. What’s there not to enjoy learning about deep sea ocean exploration, bioluminescence, plankton, coral reefs, tsunami’s, etc. Marine Science fit my lifestyle as well, as I am a very active person that spends a lot of time surfing, fishing and boating.

Biology is a subject that the state of Florida requires all students to achieve success on so I am well aware of this high stakes course for high school students. I’ve had to prepare my students for the previous FCAT’s & more recently the Biology State End of Course (EOC) exam, with much success. The biology curriculum & benchmarks are spelled out pretty clearly & I can definitely help a struggling student gain confidence & boost their overall understanding & achievement, if given the opportunity.

Anatomy & Physiology is a wonderful subject as well & also near & dear to my heart (ha, ha!). I recently retired from teaching to pursue a path in the medical profession & currently enrolled in a radiography program (4 days of classes/hospital clinicals). I’m excited about my new career path! Needless to say after teaching this subject for several years as well as taking several college courses (also Microbiology degree), I feel confident in my ability to help others grasp the wonderful subject of the human body.

I look forward to adding much value for young students in their journey of the sciences.

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