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Laina

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Hello new friends! Let's have fun together while learning. In my years of teaching experience, I have found that the best and most meaningful lessons for students are those that feel the most authentic. I will always try my best to make things fun. I believe in your potential, let's work on reaching it together!

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Laina’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Hofstra University - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education

Undergraduate Degree: Hofstra University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Graduate Degree: University of Florida - Masters in Education, Art Teacher Education

State Certified Teacher

Hobbies

I am a big nature lover! I love all kinds of art (35mm photography and watercolor especially)-- show me yours if you're an artist! I also love reading graphic novels and gaming.

Tutoring Subjects
Art
Art Hour
Basic Computer Literacy
Beginner Spanish (Grades K-1)
Composition
Creative Writing
EAS - Educating All Students (NY Teaching exam)
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing
Elementary Social Studies
English
English Language Arts Substitute
Essay Editing
Handwriting
Introduction to Spanish for Preschoolers
Kindergarten Readiness
Languages
Late Elementary Reading Comprehension
Math Substitute
Middle School English
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Music
NYSTCE - New York State Teacher Certification Examinations
Other
Photography
Poetry
Poetry
Professional Certifications
Reading
Science
Science Substitute
Social Studies
Substitute
Visual Arts
Writing