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Laura

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I have a B.S. from Salisbury University and a Masters of Elementary Education from Wilmington University. I have been teaching for 15 years. I was a teacher in grades 2nd through 7th with a concentration in English Language Arts, i.e. reading skills. I have been a literacy coach and reading specialist for over 5 years. In my current role, I work with small groups incorporating phonics and phonemic awareness skills as it applies to fluent and accurate reading abilities. I am certified in O.G.+, iSpire and believe in the philosophy of the Science of Reading.

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Laura’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Chesapeake College - Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Undergraduate Degree: Salisbury University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology Teacher Education

Graduate Degree: Wilmington University - Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Hobbies

I enjoy watching sports, board games, lounging at the pool or beach and spending as much time with my family as I can.

Tutoring Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Middle School English
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Middle School Writing
Phonics
PRAXIS
PRAXIS Core Math
PRAXIS Core Reading
PRAXIS Core Writing
PRAXIS Elementary School
PRAXIS English
Professional Certifications
Reading
Writing