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I attained a dual Master's Degree in Education and Students With Disabilities from Touro University in New York City. My Bachelor's of Arts Degree is in Psychology. I have been a certified special needs teacher for more than a decade and I am dedicated to improve the quality of life in your child. I am experieced in teaching English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. I am passioniate and patient while modifying instruction, scaffolding, working with manipulatives, and help with organization skills. I have the ability to assess, recognize, and incorporate students learning styles whether, visual, auditory, or Kinesthetic. I am experienced in protoring and evaluating standardized tests and assessments. I am enthusatic about understanding the strenghts, interests, and personal goals of your child... and maximize them. I am a believer that incorporating student interests and goals with the lesson will increase motivation, educational goals, as well as the quailty of life in your child.

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Sakinah’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: SUNY College at Old Westbury - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Graduate Degree: Touro College - Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education

Hobbies

My goals and interest are reading non- fiction books, planting, exercising, sharing with others, and outdoor fun.

Tutoring Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Learning Differences
Other
Phonics
Reading
Special Education
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Writing