Maile S.

I grew up in Corvallis, Oregon and went to undergraduate in Portland, Oregon at Lewis and Clark College where I graduated summa cum laude. After college I worked as an ESL instructor in Spain and for Portland Public Schools. I then pursued a M.A. in Latin American Studies at Tulane University followed by a Ph.D. in American Studies from Yale University. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, yoga, dance aerobics, and traveling with friends.

I have taught college reading and writing courses at the University of Oregon and at Yale University. I have also worked with highly motivated high school students at a summer program called Yale Young Global Scholars. I have taught ESL in multiple K-12 settings. I conducted my doctoral research in Spanish and am passionate about courses ranging from AP Spanish to AP U.S. History. I have extensive experience in writing consulting and helping students with their writing projects.

I am an engaged and adaptive educator who believes that the relationship between student and teacher is critical to success. I meet students where they are at by getting to know their learning style and helping them play to their strengths. I am committed to fostering critical thinking skills and creating a welcoming learning environment.