Expertise:
Ms. Pajka's expertise includes reading and writing skill instruction, college preparation, English curriculum, advanced composition and authorship in relation to literature.
Favorite Business Publication:
Reading Research Quarterly; Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy; Educational Leadership
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Playing Violin and Piano, Riding English Horses, Spending Time with her Family, Going to the Theater
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in English, Wilkes University (2002); Master's Degree in Reading, Southern Connecticut State University (1983); Bachelor of Science in English, Mansfield University, PA
Affiliations Awards:
Editor, Augustine Literary Magazine; Board Member, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Advisor, Sigma Kappa Delta; National Council of Teachers of English; International Reading Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
10
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, perseverance and ability to remain current.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching Freshman Composition and Developmental Studies Reading, Writing about Literature, Functioning as College Senate Secretary and Senate Representative for Adjunct Facility, Teaching Advance Composition
Education Certifications:
Certified Reading Specialist (K-12); Certified English Teacher (7-12)