Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in Council Bluffs, NE

...a teacher's job to find the best way that student learns and to meet the child's needs. I hope to get to know the students to be able to address their individual needs and strengths. Most students benefit from hands-on learning opportunities and real life experiences. Students may need time to explain their thinking which...

...the possibility of what could be allows me to maximize on what is already strong in someone and help them manage around what may be weaker. When it comes to tutoring, I’ve been able to help students learn challenging material by helping them connect the dots to something that makes sense for them. There’s nothing...

...as a substitute teacher and an educational assistant. I am currently employed as an educational assistant in a special education classroom at a middle school level. I am passionate about education and helping students to reach their full potential and feel confident in their abilities. I feel reading and writing are the foundation for a...

...students. I feel that I am a good tutor because I have prior experience and can provide a relaxed learning atmosphere while still getting my lessons across and helping students learn. I am enthusiastic about the subjects I teach and want to see my students feel the same way. I have flexible scheduling especially during...

...am currently a stay at home mom of 2 very active young boys, so my availability is pretty open upon your needs. I am flexible with days, times and even weekends. I love being involved with education and look forward to getting to know you and helping you excel in your studies and school adventures!

...I have previous university coursework in Ancient Studies, so I am also very happy to assist with social studies and basic Latin. I am focused on the importance of education at every level and dedicated, specifically, to helping and motivating others to improve and perfect their fluency and mastery of the English language. Each student...

It is my desire to inspire students to their greatest potential and to cultivate in them a lifelong love for learning.... My desire is to inspire students to their greatest potential and to cultivate a love for learning that will grow throughout their lives.... My first step is to get to know the student I'm working with. I want to know their personality, their strengths and weaknesses, their learning style, and what makes them who they are. Once we've gotten to know each other a little bit, we can break the big goal of studying and learning down into smaller, more manageable steps.

...currently tutor 35 high school students in Social Studies, English, Science, and Health using computer-based curriculum at an online high school. I also tutor a "5th Hour" class each day that focuses on English and Math prep for the Arizona state-mandated AIMS test that all high school students must pass to graduate. In this class...

...that has profoundly shaped my teaching philosophy and my commitment to helping students build a well-rounded and productive academic foundation that draws upon both the hard and social sciences. My unique teaching approach and passion for learning has lead to numerous academic positions, teaching courses most recently at UCSD and at Stanford University. While I...

...I can help from phonics through fluency. Along with increasing fluency my students improve their comprehension, vocabulary, and enjoyment. I believe that the discussion and reflection that literature inspires develops critical thinking skills that contribute to competent writing. Writing is the other side of reading, and I am experienced in helping students express themselves cogently...