Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Meriden, CT

...School. Most recently, I have graduated with my Master's Degree from Concordia University at St. Paul in Special Education concentrated on Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. I am passionate about creating a safe and inclusive environment where students feel welcomed and supported. I believe this is necessary for learning to occur. I most enjoy teaching Reading,...

I have had 25 years teaching experience on the elementary level. I taught Kindergarten for 19 years. I have been teaching 5th grade for the last 6 years. I have always taught in an inclusion classroom. ... I believe that all children have the ability and right to learn. My goal is to instill a love of learning in all children. I would like all children to have the confidence to overcome any difficulties they may...

...baseball business where, in addition to helping students perfect their baseball skills, we mentor players who are striving to play baseball in high school, college and on the professional level. I have three children who have either graduated or are currently attending top colleges and universities - Boston University, Amherst College, Columbia University Business School.

...equation, and how to pronounce each and every word until we have reached the end of the chapter. This work has given me great joy. I am not only validated but also truly excited when I see the light go on in each childs head after a long struggle of learning and practicing. Over the...

...Connecticut. I am a certified professional in both general and special education. I have conducted academic assessments, chaired planning and placement team meetings, developed individualized education plans (IEPs), conducted behavior evaluations, and created individualized curricula. I have expertise working with learners from elementary school through college and am a certified K-12 teacher. As an education...

...guide me through challenging subjects like Calculus, French, and SAT/ACT Prep! I've worked with students of all ages and have successfully tutored both neurodivergent and neurotypical students, including those with varying cognitive, learning, and physical challenges, which taught me the importance of adaptability in teaching. I teach a variety of subjects including but not limited...

...part of the Marist College Band; I do marching band, pep band, symphonic band, wind symphony, and flute choir! I guess you could say that makes me a little bit of a band geek but what can you expect from someone who has been playing flute for over 8 years? When I'm not in class...

...My students ranged in age from 12 to 18. The most rewarding part of the experience was witnessing the moment when minimum skills turned to competency, or competency turned to fluency. In my work with students since then, I have looked for several more of those moments. Whether it is when metered poetry suddenly makes...

...a Fund for Teachers Fellow and spent my grant on a week-long training learning how to teach reading in a multi-sensory way through Orton-Gillingham. As a special education teacher, I work with students in small groups or one-on-one setting. I like the smaller groups because I can get to know the students better on both...

...to five but have worked with children of all ages. I also provide detailed feedback on college essays focusing on higher and lower order concerns. I enjoy helping students overcome any obstacles they may face in reading and writing and ultimately foster a love for both. Building students' confidence in literacy helps them reach their...

...and taught in the classroom for a while. In 2018, I earned my 120-hour TESOL certificate began teaching ESL to students online. Teaching is my passion! I feel such pride to know I am changing lives for the betterment of our future generation. I look forward to seeing you in my classroom!

...WANTS TO MAKE SURE THE STUDENT RECEIVES EXACTLY THE INFORMATION THEY NEED TO SUCCEED, NOTHING MORE OR LESS. I HAVE A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT AND AM CURRENTLY WORKING WITH CHILDREN IN AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT A PUBLIC SCHOOL. I WOULD LOVE TO WORK ON PHONICS, PHONEMES, SOUNDS OF WORDS,...

...that was composed of ASD,PDD students, and many had severe behavioral issues. The students in my class were deemed "un-teachable" With the exception of one child all of my kids graduated in the mainstream! I am a very strong reading and math teacher at the elementary and middle school level. I use a multi-kinesthetic approach...

...group lesson plans. Looking ahead, I am preparing to apply for a graduate program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Southern Connecticut State University. My goal is to further my expertise in psychology, with a focus on mental health. I am eager to leverage my unique blend of skills and experiences to support students in...

...have a great deal of experience working with children, (I have two young sisters as well) however, I am passionate about tutoring for any age. I tutor English, Literature, Math, Admissions, and my personal favorite: Guitar. I love learning, and it is always exciting to work with students to share that love with others. Apart...

...verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun. This happens when the teacher knows what teaching style works best...

I enjoy helping people reach their potential. If you're struggling in a class, there's probably a good reason. It may take some work, but I'm confident that I can help you succeed.

I believe that everyone can learn. A great tutor can adapt the material to fit every student's needs. I am an experienced and certified teacher. I love history and politics as well.... I will spend the session getting to know the student. I will learn their experiences in education and devise a plan to help them learn.

...in Applied Linguistics. My bachelor's degree is in English. Each of these places helped me learn more about English, linguistics, and the humanities. Because of my strong background in humanities, I have learned a lot about the dignity of each person. That is what motivates me to teach. Each person is worth an investment. Everyone...

...to listen to my students. In addition, I am compassionate, patient and I realize that each student is an individual with different learning styles. I actively consider my students' needs when planning lessons to ensure that their goals are met. I believe that regular assessments are integral for monitoring progress. Assessments can be formal or...