I have a Master of Science in Education and Students with Disabilities (Birth- Grade 6). I'm currently working as a substitute teacher for Locust Valley and Merrick school districts. This summer I will be working as a Special Needs Coordinator in a day camp on Long Island.While earning my undergrad degree, I was an Academic Via Individual Determination (AVID) tutor for Scottsdale School District. Through AVID, I learned how to build my students' academic confidence by providing encouragement and fostering higher-level thinking and problem solving. I also spent six months at the Alicante Language Institute in Alicante, Spain, learning the Spanish language and culture.After earning my undergraduate degree, I spent one month as a native English speaking volunteer in a school in La Serena, Chile. I am very organized, and I enjoy tailoring lessons to the needs of my students. I have worked with many student populations, and I have built a wonderful rapport with all of my students. Working with children has challenged me to be creative, nurturing, and most of all, patient. I believe that there are various forms of knowledge and every student has their own specialty.My greatest strengths include inspiring and motivating students. With over five years of general classroom experience and the desire to provide all students with an excellent education, I am confident in my abilities as an educator. In my spare time I enjoy reading and photography, and I teach Pilates in a local fitness and health center."

I am a 6th grade learning specialist at a Massachusetts Public School. I also worked in Marlborough as a para-educator for 7 1/2 years in grades 1-4. I specialize in modifying and shaping lessons to students' needs. I have experience with children who have: dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, add/adhd, developmental delays, neurological disorders, brain trauma, autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders and executive functioning delays.Favorite subjects include: elementary math (k-6), social studies, ELA and writing. Some fun facts about me include:* I am getting married in October to my wonderful fiance Harold* We have a 4 year old greyhound named Hector* I love Disney World* Travels include 20 states and 7 countries* Family: 5 half sisters; 1 brother; 30 nieces and nephews* I love all things chocolate and iced tea!

I am a graduate of Amherst College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Community-Based Learning. I love tutoring students, and I have extensive experience working with students from middle school to high school. Last year I worked with Citizen Schools in Chelsea, MA, teaching 6th grade math and working with small groups of 5th grade English language learners on reading and phonics skills. This year I am working as a Spanish teacher and math and English tutor at Match Charter Public High School. I am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, including SAT/ACT test prep, Writing/Reading, ESL, math (through Algebra I), and Spanish. When tutoring, I like to push my students to solve problems on their own with guidance from me only when necessary. I also like to have my students teach back concepts after I have explained them. The best test of whether a student has mastered a concept is if they can teach it back. I love helping students reach that 'lightbulb-above-the-head' moment! Some of my hobbies/interests outside of academics include knitting, photography, singing, traveling, reading, and learning Spanish.

I am a highly experienced general education and special education elementary school teacher!I have real world experience as an educator, having spent the past 12 years working as a private tutor for a high volume of students with a variety of needs. I served as a lead teacher in high needs schools with diverse populations of students, in both the general education and special education settings. I have vast experience writing high quality, Common Core aligned assessments for a literacy-based educational technology company. I was specially selected to edit assessments and provide feedback to other consultants regarding standard alignment, content accuracy, and overall quality of their work.I believe tutoring is more than academics, but also an opportunity to empower students to recognize and use their unique talents and traits. I have had the privilege of working with very diverse populations of students, thereby honing my differentiation skills. Additionally, I am a diligent, organized, and passionate educator who understands that students learn through hands-on, engaging experiences. Because students learn by doing, I offer every learner opportunities to explore concepts and ideas in various ways. I facilitate learning by creating instruction and assessments that allow all students to demonstrate understanding.In addition, I am a published author! I wrote a children's book which spent 4 months in the top 1% on Amazon.com's "Best Sellers Rank."

Hello, I have a passion for learning and I enjoy sharing that with students by teaching. I've taught so many subjects since I started teaching in 1992 at a small private school in Tucson. I've worked with students in grades K-12. I enjoy all the subject areas I've listed.The best way to increase knowlege and self confidence is through hard work. Let's work hard together and we'll both learn and grow.

Hello everyone! I am an (almost) graduate of SUNY Geneseo in upstate NY. I majored in childhood and special education with a concentration in environmental studies. I am awaiting to complete student teaching and the edTPA this upcoming fall and finally receive my diploma in December 2020. Due to the pandemic, many of my plans fell through this summer but a friend suggested I continue in the field of education through Varsity Tutors! I want to use this platform to put into practice everything that I learned during my undergrad experience. This includes ELA 1-6th grade, particularly phonics and reading comprehension, elementary math and science, as well as offer my knowledge of Spanish, as fluent native speaker. I am so happy I can continue supporting students in their educational endeavors through this platform, even through these challenging times. Feel free to reach out if you believe I may be a good fit for you or your child's learning needs :)

I enjoy learning as much as I enjoy teaching! As a youngster I loved asking questions and spending time with books. I graduated from Davidson College in 2009 with a degree in English and Spanish Literature. After college I spend five years teaching in Oakland, California where I also earned my Masters in Teaching and Education.I enjoy teaching K-12 reading and writing skills as well as elementary through middle school mathematics. I am a Spanish speaker and enjoy helping others practice their skills. If you are interested in talking sports, The Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers are my teams!As a tutor, I will work with students to identify their strengths areas of growth. We will work together to master mathematics and language arts skills in a relevant and enjoyable context. I look forward to working with families in helping young learners realize their potential.

Hello there! I am Kendal Okosun and I live in Texas. I am a teacher and have two boys who are 10 and 7 years old. I am originally from Cape Town, South Africa, and have visited there many times. Multicultural education is very important to me so I strive to bring different perspectives and experiences into my lessons.Teaching Philosophy:I believe learning should be fun, exciting, and challenging! I feel so excited when I get to watch learners overcome skills and concepts that were once challenging for them! I enjoy guiding students to explore skills outside of their comfort zones as well as having them problem solve on their own and in groups. It is important to me to have students write and speak in complete sentences. I am determined to provide a learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and making mistakes. I believe mistakes are our biggest teachers and strive to provide a safe space for them to do that while engaging with complex reading text and challenging questioning!Qualifications:- Certified EC - 6th-grade teacher- Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies- Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction; Concentration: Language and Literacy- 6 years experience teaching all 5th-grade subjects- 4 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language online

HelloMy name is Dr. Fredina. I graduated from Ashland Theological Seminary University and got a PhD degree. My major is Wholistic: Wellness Healthcare Educator. I have 20 years (s) teaching experience. I have taught all ages of students/children many different subjects. I became a certified TESOL national and international academic instructor and joined the VIPKID, Varsity, and Amplify organization. With much excitement, I motivate, inspire, and assist students (K- 12) and adults in math, grammar, science, creative writing, public speaking, book reports, free talk, proper pronunciation, writing organization skills, wellness, healthcare, fitness, self-confidence, self-worth/respect, and self-compassion. My certifications include but are not limited to national level: speaking course, book, reports, guided reading 1-11, children, teen, and adult writing courses; international: vocabulary building; grammar (adventures, building, writing, phonic); interactive communication skills: public, social, professional; word development; beginner and advanced. Continuing my educational journey, I am now a certified behavior change specialist. The Behavior Change Specialist helps me empathize, listen compassionately, and assist the students nonjudgmentally.It is my goal to make learning fun, educational, and interactive. My hobbies) are exercising, spending time with my family, reading, writing, and dancing. My profession is Health and Wellness through English.

I enjoy helping students understand new information and enjoy making learning fun.For fun, I enjoy reading, hiking, traveling, theater, and a good Netflix series. I enjoy seeing different aspects of the world to see delve into other countries' cultures. More importantly, I love to connect what I learn in my travels to my teaching to bring a sense of cultural awareness to everyday life.

I have a Master of Science in Education and Students with Disabilities (Birth- Grade 6). I'm currently working as a substitute teacher for Locust Valley and Merrick school districts. This summer I will be working as a Special Needs Coordinator in a day camp on Long Island.While earning my undergrad degree, I was an Academic Via Individual Determination (AVID) tutor for Scottsdale School District. Through AVID, I learned how to build my students' academic confidence by providing encouragement and fostering higher-level thinking and problem solving. I also spent six months at the Alicante Language Institute in Alicante, Spain, learning the Spanish language and culture.After earning my undergraduate degree, I spent one month as a native English speaking volunteer in a school in La Serena, Chile. I am very organized, and I enjoy tailoring lessons to the needs of my students. I have worked with many student populations, and I have built a wonderful rapport with all of my students. Working with children has challenged me to be creative, nurturing, and most of all, patient. I believe that there are various forms of knowledge and every student has their own specialty.My greatest strengths include inspiring and motivating students. With over five years of general classroom experience and the desire to provide all students with an excellent education, I am confident in my abilities as an educator. In my spare time I enjoy reading and photography, and I teach Pilates in a local fitness and health center."

I am a 6th grade learning specialist at a Massachusetts Public School. I also worked in Marlborough as a para-educator for 7 1/2 years in grades 1-4. I specialize in modifying and shaping lessons to students' needs. I have experience with children who have: dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, add/adhd, developmental delays, neurological disorders, brain trauma, autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders and executive functioning delays.Favorite subjects include: elementary math (k-6), social studies, ELA and writing. Some fun facts about me include:* I am getting married in October to my wonderful fiance Harold* We have a 4 year old greyhound named Hector* I love Disney World* Travels include 20 states and 7 countries* Family: 5 half sisters; 1 brother; 30 nieces and nephews* I love all things chocolate and iced tea!

I am a graduate of Amherst College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Community-Based Learning. I love tutoring students, and I have extensive experience working with students from middle school to high school. Last year I worked with Citizen Schools in Chelsea, MA, teaching 6th grade math and working with small groups of 5th grade English language learners on reading and phonics skills. This year I am working as a Spanish teacher and math and English tutor at Match Charter Public High School. I am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, including SAT/ACT test prep, Writing/Reading, ESL, math (through Algebra I), and Spanish. When tutoring, I like to push my students to solve problems on their own with guidance from me only when necessary. I also like to have my students teach back concepts after I have explained them. The best test of whether a student has mastered a concept is if they can teach it back. I love helping students reach that 'lightbulb-above-the-head' moment! Some of my hobbies/interests outside of academics include knitting, photography, singing, traveling, reading, and learning Spanish.

I am a highly experienced general education and special education elementary school teacher!I have real world experience as an educator, having spent the past 12 years working as a private tutor for a high volume of students with a variety of needs. I served as a lead teacher in high needs schools with diverse populations of students, in both the general education and special education settings. I have vast experience writing high quality, Common Core aligned assessments for a literacy-based educational technology company. I was specially selected to edit assessments and provide feedback to other consultants regarding standard alignment, content accuracy, and overall quality of their work.I believe tutoring is more than academics, but also an opportunity to empower students to recognize and use their unique talents and traits. I have had the privilege of working with very diverse populations of students, thereby honing my differentiation skills. Additionally, I am a diligent, organized, and passionate educator who understands that students learn through hands-on, engaging experiences. Because students learn by doing, I offer every learner opportunities to explore concepts and ideas in various ways. I facilitate learning by creating instruction and assessments that allow all students to demonstrate understanding.In addition, I am a published author! I wrote a children's book which spent 4 months in the top 1% on Amazon.com's "Best Sellers Rank."

Hello, I have a passion for learning and I enjoy sharing that with students by teaching. I've taught so many subjects since I started teaching in 1992 at a small private school in Tucson. I've worked with students in grades K-12. I enjoy all the subject areas I've listed.The best way to increase knowlege and self confidence is through hard work. Let's work hard together and we'll both learn and grow.

Hello everyone! I am an (almost) graduate of SUNY Geneseo in upstate NY. I majored in childhood and special education with a concentration in environmental studies. I am awaiting to complete student teaching and the edTPA this upcoming fall and finally receive my diploma in December 2020. Due to the pandemic, many of my plans fell through this summer but a friend suggested I continue in the field of education through Varsity Tutors! I want to use this platform to put into practice everything that I learned during my undergrad experience. This includes ELA 1-6th grade, particularly phonics and reading comprehension, elementary math and science, as well as offer my knowledge of Spanish, as fluent native speaker. I am so happy I can continue supporting students in their educational endeavors through this platform, even through these challenging times. Feel free to reach out if you believe I may be a good fit for you or your child's learning needs :)

I enjoy learning as much as I enjoy teaching! As a youngster I loved asking questions and spending time with books. I graduated from Davidson College in 2009 with a degree in English and Spanish Literature. After college I spend five years teaching in Oakland, California where I also earned my Masters in Teaching and Education.I enjoy teaching K-12 reading and writing skills as well as elementary through middle school mathematics. I am a Spanish speaker and enjoy helping others practice their skills. If you are interested in talking sports, The Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers are my teams!As a tutor, I will work with students to identify their strengths areas of growth. We will work together to master mathematics and language arts skills in a relevant and enjoyable context. I look forward to working with families in helping young learners realize their potential.

Hello there! I am Kendal Okosun and I live in Texas. I am a teacher and have two boys who are 10 and 7 years old. I am originally from Cape Town, South Africa, and have visited there many times. Multicultural education is very important to me so I strive to bring different perspectives and experiences into my lessons.Teaching Philosophy:I believe learning should be fun, exciting, and challenging! I feel so excited when I get to watch learners overcome skills and concepts that were once challenging for them! I enjoy guiding students to explore skills outside of their comfort zones as well as having them problem solve on their own and in groups. It is important to me to have students write and speak in complete sentences. I am determined to provide a learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and making mistakes. I believe mistakes are our biggest teachers and strive to provide a safe space for them to do that while engaging with complex reading text and challenging questioning!Qualifications:- Certified EC - 6th-grade teacher- Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies- Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction; Concentration: Language and Literacy- 6 years experience teaching all 5th-grade subjects- 4 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language online

HelloMy name is Dr. Fredina. I graduated from Ashland Theological Seminary University and got a PhD degree. My major is Wholistic: Wellness Healthcare Educator. I have 20 years (s) teaching experience. I have taught all ages of students/children many different subjects. I became a certified TESOL national and international academic instructor and joined the VIPKID, Varsity, and Amplify organization. With much excitement, I motivate, inspire, and assist students (K- 12) and adults in math, grammar, science, creative writing, public speaking, book reports, free talk, proper pronunciation, writing organization skills, wellness, healthcare, fitness, self-confidence, self-worth/respect, and self-compassion. My certifications include but are not limited to national level: speaking course, book, reports, guided reading 1-11, children, teen, and adult writing courses; international: vocabulary building; grammar (adventures, building, writing, phonic); interactive communication skills: public, social, professional; word development; beginner and advanced. Continuing my educational journey, I am now a certified behavior change specialist. The Behavior Change Specialist helps me empathize, listen compassionately, and assist the students nonjudgmentally.It is my goal to make learning fun, educational, and interactive. My hobbies) are exercising, spending time with my family, reading, writing, and dancing. My profession is Health and Wellness through English.

I enjoy helping students understand new information and enjoy making learning fun.For fun, I enjoy reading, hiking, traveling, theater, and a good Netflix series. I enjoy seeing different aspects of the world to see delve into other countries' cultures. More importantly, I love to connect what I learn in my travels to my teaching to bring a sense of cultural awareness to everyday life.