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Gayle: Essex County tutor

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I have a Master's of Art in Teaching from Lewis and Clark College (2006) and I live in Portland, OR. My undergrad degree is in History. I am a retired (but still licensed) special education teacher. I am certified to teach SpEd, Social Studies, and ELA for K-12. I have tutored adults who are studying to pass the US Citizenship test as well.

I do my best to meet students wherever they are without judgment and with curiosity.
I genuinely believe that a good teacher/student connection is essential for students to feel comfortable and be successful.
In my "day job," I work behind the scenes to assist adults with intellectual disabilities to achieve greater independence.

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Gayle’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Portland State University - Bachelor of Science, History

Graduate Degree: Lewis & Clark College - Master of Arts, Social Studies Teacher Education

Hobbies

I love spending my time learning about the world physically and virtually through reading, exploring, and talking with new people. At home, I enjoy being creative and hanging out with my cats!

Tutoring Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Executive Functioning
High School English
High School Writing
Learning Differences
Middle School
Middle School English
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Middle School Science
Middle School Social Studies
Middle School Writing
Other
Phonics
Reading
Science
Social Studies
Special Education
Writing