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Colleen: Middle tutor

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I have my elementary education teaching certificate, middle grades language arts certificate, and ESL education certificate in the state of Arizona. I was a 4th grade teacher for 1 year and an 8th grade English teacher for 3 years.
I use modeling, real-world and self connections, and differentiated tutoring for each student I work with.
My tutoring sessions are student-centered, complete with self-reflection and self-motivation, which allows them to take ownership over their own learning.

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Colleen’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Hobbies

I have many hobbies including hiking, baking, reading, writing, watercolor painting, triathlons, yoga, and playing with my cat.

Tutoring Subjects
College English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
ESL/ELL
Essay Editing
High School English
High School Writing
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Middle School Writing
Writing