Miriam: Vernon Hills tutor

Name: Miriam - Tutor for Phonics
Telephone: (847) 840-2442
Price range: $$

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I am an educator because my own education changed my life. When I was in school, my curriculum exposed me to some of the greatest stories, ideas, and works of art that have ever been part of human history. I remember feeling like life was so much richer and more joyful: that I could do and be so much more than I had ever dreamed now that those ideas were a part of my life. Education is the greatest gift I have ever been given, and I want to pass that gift on.

I graduated from the Catholic University of America (CUA) with a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy and Musicology. Currently, I am applying to Master's Programmes in the UK with the intention of studying 19th century literature. When I graduated from CUA, I moved to Alaska, eventually becoming an educator in the Alaska public school system. I have spent my career working as a substitute teacher, after-school club leader, and a paraprofessional for the Special Education team. It was in these positions, especially when I worked as a paraprofessional, that I developed my own teaching style. I worked with students one-on-one or in small groups, and my sessions were characterized by fun, flexibility, and creativity. I make a space for students where they feel valued as people and get excited about what learning can add to their own stories. I keep my teaching materials simple but interactive, so that the student can focus directly on the concepts. I am very ready to switch up a learning plan if the student isn't clicking with my original teaching method.

I am most passionate about teaching writing (creative and academic), literature, music, and Latin. These were the topics that meant the most to me during school and what that I have pursued in higher education. I also tutor English, Philosophy, History, and Elementary Math and Science.

In my spare time I love to write, sing, experience new styles of music, travel, and participate in Alaskan cultural activities.

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Miriam’s Qualifications

Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Catholic University of America - Bachelor in Arts, Music History, Literature, and Theory

Hobbies

Above all, I love to sing and to write. I love writing novels, short stories, and songs. Currently, I am trying to publish my first novel. I also am a journalist, publishing pieces about art and entertainment. I trained as an opera singer for years, and now I perform and write songs that blend operatic styles with rock and roll. I also love to read, cycle, hang out with friends, dance, fly kites, watch movies, and travel. This year I have been traveling all around Scotland. I also went to Iceland, Spain, and Hawaii. In the near future, I’m hoping to go to Germany, Ireland, Scandinavia, The Czech Republic, Greece, Morocco, and the Balkan Peninsula. When I am at home in Alaska, I love to participate in Alaskan cultural activities such as snow machining, fishing, berry picking, storytelling, camping, and skiing.

Tutoring Subjects

Adult Literacy

British Literature

College Level American Literature

Creative Writing

Elementary School English

Elementary School Math

Elementary School Reading

Elementary School Writing

English

English Grammar and Syntax

Essay Editing