I have 25 years of teaching experience. I have a certification in ESL and GT. So I have taught a wide range of students. I think it is important to understand the student's needs in order to help that student. Each child is an individual and learns differently. I want students to enjoy learning! ... I want to inspire, motivate, and encourage children every day. I want my students to not only learn, but enjoy learning....
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...BS in Chemical Engineering, and dual minors in Biology and Bioengineering. At Villanova, I was the president of the Club Running team, Commissioner of Intramural Sports, and heavily involved in service. Outside of the classroom, I've held internships and co-ops with ChemSolv, Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Johnson & Johnson, as well as presented research at the American Chemical Society National Expo. Beginning in the fall of 2015 I will pursue a PhD in Chemical Engineering at...
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...have had felt the greatest satisfaction watching with pride, a child making strides in his academic growth and social development and knowing that I had a role in contributing to this self-confidence through my guidance and support. My goal is to help students to love school and to believe in themselves. A school teacher is entrusted with young, impressionable minds. Teaching is an invaluable trust which brings with it the responsibility to encourage inquiry, imagination,...
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...Theresa's College and now hold a Diploma on Professional Education. After class hours, I tutored students from kindergarten up to the 6th grade. Some of them were regular students who came everyday after class and some of them only came during exam week. I assisted them in doing their homework, helped them study for their exams, guided them in doing their projects, and prepared them for their upcoming lessons. Because I was handling elementary students,...
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...to diverse subjects and circumstances. I have cultivated a teaching approach that prioritizes engagement and understanding, making learning an exciting journey for my students, not like a chore. I strive to inspire curiosity in every child. In an environment where they feel empowered to express themselves and build their confidence. My personal passion for reading and exploration fuels dynamic lessons that go beyond rote memorization, inspiring genuine curiosity and a lasting connection to the material....
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...A student has to be open to learn though and a great teacher can help to open a mind to that. Learning can be fun and especially when you work one-on-one with someone. The lessons can be focused to exactly what one needs and that really helps things to move along more quickly. After being in education for over 20 years, I am excited to work with new people and to experience teaching in a...
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...courses for over a decade. I was highly influenced by a high school teacher that believed in me. My goal working in education is to make that change in a student's educational journey by believing in them. I have recently begun hiking the Ice Age Trail which totals over 100 miles. It may take a while to complete, but the outdoor activity is amazing year-round. I am completing my second Bachelor's Degree as well. When...
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I love the look a child gets in their eyes when they begin to understand a concept that has alluded them in the past. Whether teaching my class or working one on one with a student, seeing that success is what I strive for.... All students are capable of being successful. As a teacher, it's my job to identify the strategies and resources that will put each student I work with on the path to success.
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...lived in Boise since 2023. I graduated from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama with my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education. My experience is in both a traditional school setting and a virtual school setting. I have taught kindergarten, first grade, third grade, fourth grade and fifth grade. I also have been in a variety of preschool settings over the years. I also bring experience in homeschooling. I homeschooled my twin...
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...Previously I have spent 4 years as an instructional assistant/assistant band director. During this time I was afforded the opportunity to get to work one on one with many different types of students. I taught a class of 30 middle school students 6 periods of the day where I worked with them on increasing their math and reading skills. After school I would tutor grades 6 through 12 mostly in math and science. I also...
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...I can customize their learning. I relate to kids and their parents incredibly well. I built my long teaching career on the power of positive relationships and it paid great dividends for me, as well as my students. Because I had such strong bonds with students, administration usually gave me students that were considered difficult. I am patient, kind, empathetic, positive, fun and persistent. As a student, I was pretty bored in school for many...
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...attained a wide-breadth of knowledge on a myriad of subjects. In addition to being well-versed in politics and history, I also have a strong background in literature and writing. With a firm command of the English language and a nuanced understanding of grammar, I am well-equipped to help students improve their reading comprehension and essay writing skills. As an avid reader and writing enthusiast, I naturally find great joy in reviewing and editing the work...
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...has experience working with elementary students in general education, special education, public and private school settings. I have taught a variety of grade levels and have tutored students ages 5-12. I work with students with a range of abilities and cater to the needs of each individual student I work with. I strive for each child to reach their potential, exceed their own expectations, and, most importantly, enjoy learning and feel good about themselves!
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...grade! I am currently teaching in a first grade. Here I am the lead teacher in an inclusion classroom with one aide including ESL, special and regular education students. I enjoy teaching students using different learning styles while incorporating technology on a daily basis. I also am an Early Interventionist. I provide services to children with certain developmental disabilities or delays from infancy to age three. Three years ago I was teaching in a a...
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...way of teaching focuses on understanding instead of rote memorization and that each pupil is best suited for a tailored teaching plan that takes into account your current abilities, time commitments, strengths/weaknesses, and desired result. My hobbies and interests include reading (literature), creative writing, calligraphy, and video games. I grew up in bilingual household, so I can also speak Mandarin in a near-native level and studied and travelled extensively in Europe and Asia. I hope...
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...Mechanical Engineer and Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP). I am introverted myself, so I create a calm, safe, and comfortable space for other students: no pressure, no judgement, just patient learning at your pace. I bring real 5+ years of industry experience to my lessons. My goal is to make difficult topics easy to understand with patient and practical teaching. What I Teach 1. CAD Software: SolidWorks, Creo, NX, AutoCAD, Cimatron 2. PLM Systems: Teamcenter, Windchill...
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...part of the Hunter College Learning Lab. In this program, I was responsible for assessing and teaching a special needs student. I assessed the student using various methods, including the Qualitative Reading Inventory, and DIBELS. Based on the results of the assessments I designed a program to target the student's needs. I have also taught fifth grade for three months as a part of student teaching, as well as 2nd and 3rd grade for two...
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...and literature particularly, because it is fascinating to get into. So many different words to describe life, and so many stories to delve into! When I was a teenager, a good number of my poems, stories and essays were published professionally. I was also one of the five finalists of the Profile in Courage essay competition for the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library in 2009. While theatre is my dream and career, I decided to...
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...tutoring. I totally understand how students feel when they meet with the homework difficulties and what they will experience when they try to learn a foreign language. Therefore, I am always ready to help students with great patience. I have tried various ways to explain problems to my students, so I am quite familiar with what students may be confused with. I love tutoring. It is always amazing to help students grow up. Every time...
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As a teacher, I see how students can struggle in reading and writing on a daily basis. My experience is working with elementary school students as well as high school, in reading and writing. I have worked with English Language Learners, special education students, as well as general education. My experience has taught me that there are always solutions to every problem. ... I believe the unique abilities and strengths of a child is critical in...
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The recent transition in academia toward an achievement-based system of evaluation, as well as its emphasis on the rapid development and mastery of skills, can impose unnecessary pressures on students during their early years of schooling. If your child is struggling to legibly write the alphabet on a piece of paper, master the conceptual basis of increasing and decreasing numerical values, phonetically sound out the words in a short story, or if he or she is simply frustrated with the goal-oriented and impersonal structure of the classroom environment, he or she may benefit from the one-on-one assistance of a private tutor.
First-grade tutoring is designed to enhance and supplement your child's academic skill set, while also fostering an appreciation and enjoyment for academia that can help propel him or her to higher learning. A skilled and experienced tutor can help devise ways to help your child learn to love learning. Teaching your child to love learning at an early age sets them up with a foundation that will serve them well in the future.
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Tutors are talented communicators who are well versed in child development. Your child's tutor will effectively work with them to master the concepts addressed in first grade curricula while nurturing his or her fascination with the world of academia. The structured nature of classroom education can help students adjust to the expectations of the academic world, but it can also cause advanced students to become bored and creative students to lash out. The one-size-fits-all approach in education simply does not function well, especially for young students who need individualized attention to shape their personal outlooks and attitudes toward academia. First-grade tutoring allows your child to receive personal attention, helping to develop his or her appreciation for knowledge. It can be difficult to gauge exactly what your child's strengths and weaknesses are. A private tutor can help identify the areas where your child needs to improve and where they are already proficient. A private tutor can also help identify what your child's specific learning style is, which is knowledge that will be beneficial throughout their academic career.
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The student and I practiced reading and writing. She has a high level of comprehension. Her writing is good when she is focused and takes her time. I have her practice reading aloud. I also read aloud so I can stop and ask low and high level questions (Bloom's Taxonomy). She works very hard. We will practice time and money next week as requested by her mom.
Today we did a combination of reading & math. We completed two reading books and multiple pages of his math workbook. He has improved leaps and bounds in reading since we started!
Today did a game of concentration with yesterday's sight words and him was able to focus well for 20 minutes!! We then worked on the "F" letter writing page in his work book. He then did a really good job of being engaged with eye contact with me talking about his camp and Pokemon.
Today we worked on reading and identifying sight words. We also worked on recognizing time and counting by 5's using an analog clock. More than anything, we are building our rapport so that we can work well together during future sessions!
*Reviewed flash cards (sight words)
*Reviewed identifying and spelling colors
*Practiced writing first and last name--much improved!
*Practiced writing alphabet (upper/lower case)--still having trouble remembering alphabet in order and writing certain letters (J, Y, Z)
*Practiced sounding out and spelling words
*Read four books--much improved
*Assigned: continue reviewing flash cards
Worked on short and long /a/ and /e/ . Read a book on short vowel /e/. Practiced finding words within the story with the short vowel. Began to put together simple sentences and write them. Today's sentence, "We see the car."
