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Leslie: Grand Prairie tutor

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My heart is truly invested in supporting students. I have a strong literacy and multilingual learner background with a Master's Degree in Reading, Degree in Educational Leadership, and an EL Endorsement. I have served in education for thirty years, where I have been a classroom teacher in elementary and middle schools, as well as an EL Educator, Instructional Coach, Assistant Principal, and Principal. These experiences have provided me with a firm understanding of teaching and learning. Working in a multicultural setting throughout my educational career has deepened my respect for diversity and raised my awareness of the support systems required to meet all students' needs. It is my dream to have all students achieve to their highest potential with engaging educational opportunities.

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Leslie’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Graduate Degree: Concordia University-Chicago - Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education

State Certified Teacher

Hobbies

I enjoy reading, hiking, biking, and spending time with my dog.

Tutoring Subjects
Adult Literacy
Certified Reading Intervention
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
ESL/ELL
Learning Differences
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Middle School Writing
Phonics
Reading
Reading Intervention
Writing