Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in Clay, NY

...in Tutoring Theory during my undergraduate career, which was a rigorous semester-long workshop to train tutors for working in a walk-in tutoring center. The course was intense in its focus on all of the idiosyncrasies of formal tutoring - we even practiced ESL tutoring with students from Aichi, Japan. I have also served as a...

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...I am certified up to 6th grade, and have passed the assessment tests for Varsity Tutors so that I can tutor a wider range of subjects. I am very passionate about education, and every student is precious to me. No matter how many students I am working with, I will make sure that each and...

...wonder, developing a resonating curiosity for the world around thema stimulant for the insatiable appetite of the inquiring mind. I believe in differentiation through play. I believe in lessons that are designed to take in the consideration the values of freedom and creativity. If students are provided with only a limited set of acceptable responses,...

I have been an elementary teacher for over two decades. I am also certified as a Reading Teacher. I enjoy being able to help children to understand the concepts they are learning and to guide them to the steps needed. I am also a writer and can help them in improving their writing abilities.

I strive to create a fun and engaging learning community in my classroom. I believe that every student is unique. I use a variety of learning styles and interests to help guide my instruction and actively engage all students.

...white, feathery wings and a halo. I worked with elementary school children in the Syracuse City School district, honing their writing skills one-on-one, completing difficult homework assignments, talking in a group setting about reading comprehension, and the teacher’s daily lesson plans. Connecting with the students over their work put me on the other side of...

...implements professional development and delivers AIS instruction in reading in elementary grades. Prior to that, I taught middle and high school English for 18 years. My expertise in English and Literacy have enabled my students to make consistent, significant growth in reading and on national, state, and local assessments. I want to share my expertise...

...My specialty includes using phonics and site-word recognition teaching techniques for a child who is struggling with reading competencies. Such instruction incorporates focus on the acquisition of reading comprehension, spelling, writing, speaking, listening and study skills, as well. I am an avid reader and very much appreciate the importance of helping a child unlock the...

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