Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Rochester, NY

...to meet the needs of each student as an individual. One size does not fit all, and an effective teacher understands the importance of differentiating lessons to ensure students are successful. I believe it is important to develop a strong relationship with each student I work with, and I care for each student with whom...

...in all grades K-12 for 5 years. I had some teaching assistant positions at the elementary level. I also had a fourth-grade teacher position, teaching math and science for a whole school year, where I created my own lesson plans, graded students, and kept in constant contact with parents. For the last 3 years, I...

...scaffolding, or providing a lot of support in the beginning and drawing away slowly until the student can master the work on their own. Outside of academia, you can find me doing one of three things usually (or trying to do them all at once fairly unsuccessfully): writing, reading, and directing theatre. I write a...

I am a special education teacher whose desire is to make the cloudy realm of learning clear. Throughout my career I have specialized in re-teaching content material to students while simultaneously working on teaching executive function skills to help students become successful, independent learners.

...in educating adults, I have 20+ years of experience as a homeschooling mom, and hands on work facilitating extracurricular STEM in the classroom. I've been working with the VT team for a little over two years, and my favorite moments have been watching some of my students grow in both knowledge and confidence during our...

...English and Reading. My goal in tutoring is to work with students to identify their goals, and help them make a plan to get there with my support; I strive to tailor my tutorage to each student, their strengths, and weaknesses. In my life outside of school and academics, I sing competitively, video-game with friends...

I am dedicated to creating an exciting, student-centered learning environment for students. I believe that my ability to motivate and inspire my students will allow them to understand and appreciate their academic studies. My goal is to make learning an enjoyable experience by actively engaging students and stimulating their intellectual curiosity.

...enjoy sharing what I know and tricks of how I know it! I've been an educator in various roles for a number of years and I look forward to helping you master your current academic challenge! I received my BS in Biological Sciences from Binghamton University in 2000; my Masters in Fine Arts in Acting...

...me to develop a range of teaching and leadership skills. I am qualified and have the experience in developing curriculum-aligned lessons that engage multiple intelligences through the integration of technology and hands-on activities. Effective communication with students, colleagues, parents , as well as the community is a qualification that I possess. Most importantly as a...

...an intended double minor in Spanish/Health and Human Services. Passionate about numerous subjects, my expertise lies in English, Writing, Grammar, Music, and History. A former literacy aide/youth worker at a Recreation Center, I love working with children and youth of all ages, and I am so excited to guide every student on their academic journeys.

...in a graduate school program, Reading and Literacies, where we focus on making a difference in lives through literacy. I am committed to helping all students succeed! Most of my teaching experience is either in the classroom or as a reading interventionist for grades 1-5, 7, 9-12 (I have an upcoming experience to work with...

...specifically with 6th grade students. Currently, I am about to finish my 16th year of teaching and am employed as a Literacy Specialist. I love and feel confident teaching all aspects of literacy as well as all content areas addressed in elementary school. As an educator, I believe in child-centered authentic, inquiry-based instruction that is...

...more insight to a child's every day needs and ways to help a child succeed in life. I have worked in various positions throughout my adult life that has taught me how valuable punctuality is to one's ability to succeed, and the ability to articulate your thoughts, questions, and concerns is important when working in...

...people to help them achieve academic success. Sometimes a creative approach is needed to engage the student, such as employing a game such as Scrabble rather than a more standard method. I once did this with a student who loved math but couldn't read at all. By May, he was reading at grade level!

I'm a language and education student fluent in French. I love writing and literature, but language is what I love to study most. I have experience teaching children, and I hope to teach English as a second language in an elementary school in the future!

...Critical Reading and Writing questions. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading that which enriches my life I go hiking, camping, going to the...

...for personal goals. I have experience working with people of all backgrounds and levels in a variety of professional environments. One of the many roles I have worked in was as a Special Education Consultant Teacher. This position allowed me to work with students with Autism, as well as tutor students who have been suspended...

...refugees and immigrants for about five years, and I'm learning French and Swahili to better communicate with them. I've enjoyed learning more about their cultures and stories while also forging lasting friendships. In addition, I've been an online ESL teacher for almost three years mostly teaching students in Asian countries such as Japan, South Korea,...

...range of ages and learning abilities and believe strongly that any student can achieve his or her goals with the right support, dedication, and material presentation. I am a creative, proactive teacher that will work to create a learning experience that caters to your child's needs and preferred learning style. I love teaching and am...