"While teaching elementary music for 20 years I have learned a love and respect for students who require extra help.

A couple of years ago the special teachers were asked to help other students who needed extra help in other areas of school work. It was a very rewarding experience for me helping students in other areas rather than music. I believe music helps stimulate the brain and is very important, but I have enjoyed helping in other areas as well.

I believe that with my patience and understanding of children, I would be a great tutor. I have had several private flute students who made great progress that impressed band teachers, I believe I could also be valuable in other subjects as well.

I studied psychology in college and found it fascinating.

I have helped tutor reading in my school when I had breaks from my music classes.

I am an elementary music specialist, and have been teaching for 20 years now. I have worked with the elementary teachers in my schools concerning different topics that I might be able to help with. I feel I have a good understanding of young children and how to help them learn.

It took me three years to make a sound on my instrument. I was finally given the opportunity for lessons. Because I struggled with learning, I know how to help others be successful. I understand the frustration of beginning and if a student is passionate about learning I can help it be fun and exciting. I am an accomplished player now and have performed in many groups around the valley.

I would love the opportunity of working with students to be successful. I believe every one can learn given the right tools for them." less...