Top Phonics Tutors serving Troy

Heather: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
I currently teach 5th grade in a public school in Western Florida. I have also taught kindergarten in Arizona, and 3rd grade, 4th grade, elementary music, and tutored K-12 grade students in Michigan. I also currently assist college level students with entrance exams, essays, and writing/editing research projects and papers. In my spare time I love to read, travel, lay on the beach or hang out with my animals. I look forward to working with...
Education & Certification
Western Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
University of Michigan-Flint - Master of Arts Teaching, Early Childhood Education

Alison: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...my educational journey. I graduated with honors from Muskegon Community College with an associates degree in science and I am currently a junior in college, enrolled in the Biomedical Science program at Grand Valley State University, with a plan to transfer to the Medical Biology program with a minor in Psychology at the University of South Florida to finish my undergrad. I plan on attending graduate school after to become an assistant anesthesiologist. I skipped...
Education & Certification
Grand Valley State University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Brishelle: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...skills in ESL, Business English, ELA and Math. Over the years I've served as an ESL Teacher, Math Interventionist, Homework Tutor and Academic Administrator. I can help with grammar, reading, writing, conversation skills and foundational math (number recognition, add/sub/mult/div, beginning algebra etc.). I also can provide assistance in all other elementary/middle school subjects. I'm able to teach adults and children. I'm a very patient and encouraging teacher with an eye for detail. I always push...
Education & Certification
Western Michigan University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Trenton: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...in helping students reach their potential, while instilling a love for learning in them. I have grown up working with students, ranging from early elementary to high school/college. Much of my experience comes from babysitting, teaching, and working at summer camps. I earned a degree from Spring Arbor University in Elementary Education. I am able to help tutor a wide range of subjects in the elementary department, as well as a few math subjects for...
Education & Certification
Spring Arbor University - Bachelor of Education, Education
State Certified Teacher

Molly: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...next quiz, but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real,...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780

Jessica: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...of diverse backgrounds, learning styles and academic levels. I love creating unique activities for my students that align with their personalities and interests in order to motivate them. I believe in the power of data to drive student growth, focusing on benchmark assessments in order to set and track goals along the way, so that students are invested in what we are accomplishing together. I do my best to make learning fun, interactive and positive...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Political Science, Urban Studies
New York University - Current Grad Student, Master of Public Administration

Katherine: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...University with a degree in Human Development and Psychological Services, and am currently working to complete a Master's in Professional Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Jude: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...2014 I received my BA from the University of New Mexico with concentrations in critical theory and poetry, and a minor in History. I worked as an English and Language tutor in university, and have since then traveled through Europe and CanadaI've also tutored and taught in Warsaw, Poland, and Toronto! I have worked with learners anywhere from K-undergraduate levels. I really love teaching and helping students focus on the ways they learn best. For...
Education & Certification
University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Lauren: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...Education and Social Policy, as well as a second major in Gender Studies. Since graduation, I have traveled around the United States and Europe, and worked on political campaigns and immigration research. My tutoring experience has included working with underprivileged children as part of an after school program, and acting as a teacher's assistant and after school tutor at a private college preparatory school. While I tutor in many different areas, I would say that...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Social Policy/Gender Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Jeanna: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...that a good education was crucial to your future. Since then, I have tried to encourage other students to strive for academic achievement. I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I also received my TEFL certificate in 2012. I have taught English in South Korea for two years at an after-school academy. Since then I have also taught debate and juvenile justice civics class to middle school and...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology
LSAT: 163

Brittany: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...I taught elementary school for two years in St. Louis with the program Teach for America. While in the classroom I received my Masters in Education from the University of Missouri, St. Louis. I now work for a STEM non-profit, combining my passion for education with my skills in public relations. My most treasured moments in the classroom happened when working individually with students, and I'm looking forward to continuing to help students learn and...
Education & Certification
University of Iowa - Bachelors, Political Science, Journalism
University of Missouri-St Louis - Masters, Elementary Education
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
LSAT: 161

Kate: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
I am dedicated to infusing choice into student learning. I specialize in early childhood special education, unschooling, building communities, and bicycle travel. I currently work with organizations that intersect education, the arts, and the environment to bring student-led learning into the public education sector. ... I believe that everyone can learn. The trick is to find out the best ways for each person. They can include a combination of visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and oral. I also...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, Communication Studies
Bank Street College of Education - Masters, Early Childhood Special and General Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 800

Karen : Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...children since I was 16 and have been teaching for 4 years. I am originally from Chicago and completed my bachelor degree at Michigan State University. I majored in Education and minored in ESL and English. I also have a specialization in urban education and have completed almost half of my masters degree through MSU. I love working with students and helping them achieve more then they thought they could. I love tutoring students in...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, Education

MaryBeth: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...in Teaching from Mary Baldwin College. I am certified to teach Pre-K through 6th grade. I have worked with children of all ages and I've tutored students in all of the core subjects, mostly focusing on math and reading. I've also taught preschool and tested preschool children. I've taught English to refugees from several nations, mostly adults, although children were sometimes in the classes. I love working with students. I love to help them learn...
Education & Certification
James Madison University - Bachelors, Health Sciences
Mary Baldwin College - Masters, Elementary Education

Germaine: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...years of teaching experience from preschool to the elementary level. I've worked with students from a variety of backgrounds with varied educational needs. I strongly believe in meeting the needs of the students in my care, providing the best support academically and watching them become successful in their studies. I was tutored as a child and because of the level of support I received, I've developed a love for teaching and learning, and would love...
Education & Certification
NC Central University - Bachelors, Early Childhood
NC Central University - Masters, Special Education
State Certified Teacher

Lonnie: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...for a child to grasp a concept and that is why I'm here. I want to help build and encourage your child to his/her highest potential. Sometimes it takes me repetitive times until it clicks. I believe some children need a different environment for things to come in place and it makes a huge difference if its in an encouraging environment and where your child feels comfortable. I want to encourage, teach, and build confidence...
Education & Certification
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Education

Lee: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...University of San Francisco. My scholarly interest tends towards European and American History, specifically the construction of gender through the lens of consumerism and nationalism. As far as tutoring I have lectured and taught throughout the course of my graduate studies on top of my experience working with first-generation college students through TRiO Student Support Services and the McNair Scholars Program, federal education opportunity outreach initiatives. My tutoring focus ranges from working with students to...
Education & Certification
University of San Francisco - Bachelor in Arts, European and American History
DePaul Univeristy - Master of Arts, Women's & Gender Studies
SAT Verbal: 700

Nancy: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...and fun. It's important to make real world connections, so students understand why learning a particular skill is important. I was a classroom teacher for many years. I spent most of those years teaching grades 3, 4 and 7, but I have actually taught all grades! While in the classroom, I taught core subjects to heterogeneously grouped students. For the last ten years, I have been an online tutor. My online students varied in abilities...
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education K-8
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, Elementary Education

Nathan: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...happiness in one's life. I love tutoring because it gives me the opportunity to help somebody improve his or her education at a personal, one-on-one level, which allows for more attention, creativity, inspiration, and profound break-throughs to take place. I earned my B.A. in philosophy from Kent State University, where I also studied literature and creative writing. Since then I have worked primarily in the field of education, both as a teacher and a tutor....
Education & Certification
Kent State University at Kent - Associates, Philosophy

Ronald: Troy Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Troy, MI
...Elementary Education. Since graduation, I have been teaching at the Elementary level, working with pre-school on social skills, and tutoring children in Writing, Reading and Math. While I tutor most subjects, I am most passionate about Writing and Math. I have experience in helping ESOL, ESE, and struggling students get prepare for Standardized Tests. My teaching philosophy is simple, I get students to love learning, so it's FUN and not work. In my spare time...
Education & Certification
Saint Leo University - Bachelors, Education
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