Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Hampton, VA

I believe every student has unique strengths and learning styles, and I strive to create a supportive environment where they can thrive. I am eager to share my knowledge, foster a love for learning, and guiding my students toward their academic goals. I embrace Universal Design for Learning by focusing on each student's interests and strengths, while making necessary modifications to align with state standards.

...in Business Education and Workplace Learning. I come from a home where it was stressed that knowledge is power. I currently teach online to children in China. I have over 10 years of experience working at BOCES with special education and vocational training. My experiences include college admissions, academic coach, tutor, Work Readiness instructor, professional development trainer, job coach, and instructor at Nassau Community College. I have also worked with and trained others who work...

...time toward pursuing extensive training in phonemic awareness, phonics, and structured reading. I was voted the Reading Teacher of the Year at my school building in the 2018-2019 and 2021-2022 school year. Other subjects I enjoy teaching are math, social studies, and science. During tutoring sessions, I use hands-on materials as well as technology tools to balance the format of activities and learning preferences using best practices of how children learn. I work to help...

I aim to use my talents and skills to help students as they broaden their minds to new languages and linguistics skills as they strive to reach that moment of understanding.

...different learning styles. My goal is always to break down complex concepts into simple, digestible steps, ensuring that students feel confident in their abilities. I love seeing that "light bulb" moment when a child grasps a new skill and recognizes their own progress. While I value academic achievement, my main focus is on equipping students with essential critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will serve them throughout life. With a special interest in computer science,...

...separately from Mexico to the United States, gaining employment and eventual citizenship. I grew up speaking Spanish in my home and it is my first language. Although I am a Navy veteran and have a background in Nuclear Technology, my passion is to teach, and translate Spanish. I have a Master's in Education from Grand Canyon University, and I enjoy teaching the language that I love. Serving as an interpreter for my church has allowed...

...worked with elementary through college-aged students, at remedial to advanced levels. I have a B.A. in English, Linguistics, and Speech from the University of Mary Washington(2006) and an M.A.Ed. in Secondary English Education from the College of William and Mary(2009). I tutor math and history, but my primary focus is on English Language Arts--the subject about which I am the most passionate. I believe that everyone is entitled to the best education possible, but also...

...all of which have been in Virginia Beach. I have spent most of my time teaching 2nd grade, but I have also taught 4th and 5th grade. I grew up knowing I wanted to be a teacher and spent my high school and college years volunteering with different children's programs, primarily in my church. I have a passion and great desire to work with children and to help them reach their potential.... To begin, I would...

...as a child. My mother found a good tutor and her guidance helped me improve academically. I decided then that I wanted to be a teacher to help struggling students. I went on to earn a B.S. degree in Special Education and a Masters degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. I have been employed for a total of 39 years in the Education and Counseling fields. I specialize in providing special education services and support to children,...

...a fun loving, outgoing, and sociable educator. I love kids and working with them. My calling is to teach children; inside and outside the church. I am currently going to Grand Canyon University studying Organizational Leadership. I have been a teacher for over 12 years. I love helping students in Math, Writing and Reading. I have been a high school teacher for 9 years in the Caribbean and became a special education teacher in the...

I firmly believe that education is the key to success for young students and I truly feel that with my innate ability to quickly connect with students, thus eliminating many behavioral issues, I can foster an environment conducive for students to achieve success, regardless of their level of learning.

...learning should be enjoyable and 2) the goal of tutoring is independence. I want my students to look forward to when I come, but also to be able to confidently wave goodbye at the end of our time together because I have prepared them to handle their work on their own. When I'm not in class or tutoring, I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, gardening and boating. I also can be found very...

...learners. Although I am an ESL teacher, I am also certified to teach middle and high school English as well. I have collaborated in mainstream English classrooms as part of my teaching load, so I am familiar with the curriculum and expectations for all students in an English class. In my four years of teaching, I have worked with elementary, middle and high school students, including 12th grade AP English classes, 6th-8th grade English classes...

Learning should be fun and uplifting. Everyone learns differently, and education is a lot more effective when the students feel they understand the subject matter. When a subject is presented in a way that engages the mind, true learning occurs. This is not achieved through rote memorization, but through feeling and understanding at the heart level.

...light go on when someone learns something new. I have worked extensively with young students on phonics, reading fluency and comprehension. I have worked with many children and adults with reading, writing, literature, comprehension, learning the English Language, I taught over thirty years with people of all ages who have special needs as a Life Skills teacher, Resource Teacher. I have worked with students at the middle school level who were learning conversational English, having...

...to get my certification in teaching. I was a teacher and teacher assistant for a private school in Virginia for about 2 years. During that time I worked with students of all ages but my primary focus was elementary school age children. While I am able to tutor a wide range of subjects, my primary subject of choice is Math for all grades as well as Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and Statistics. I am passionate about...

...this program, I did an internship as a student teacher at the Children's Museum of Virginia. This internship focused on conducting science-based experiments for summer enrichment camp. My experience teaching ages 3-12 campers a specific content relating to a theme, helped them better understand and apply to real world application. I was a tutor for ManBasch Program at James Monroe Elementary School. I taught fifth through twelfth grade by helping them with their homework, reading...

...was when I decided to serve my local community and joined AmeriCorps. This helped me find my passion for working with youth. During my time as an AmeriCorps Tutor, I worked with K-3, was nominated for a national award, and was awarded a place on the Virginia Volunteerism Honor Roll. While working, I volunteered with a local non-profit supporting students with dyslexia, which was one of my most rewarding experiences. After 2 years with an...

...succeed in the future. Education is one of the most key areas in a student's life. Education has shaped my own opinions and objective in why I want to become a successful educator. I always want my students to show respect towards themselves and others. I have set objectives to learn how each student will contribute to class and can determine strengths and weaknesses in each. This in turn can help me help them improve...

...19 years and still going strong! I've taught in elementary as well as middle (well rounded). I graduated with an undergrad BA degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Masters in Reading K-12 endorsed. I've always had a love for finding easier ways to teach children and adults. Seeing many frustrated students over years made me want to become apart of the solution. My patience and knowledge of subject matter allows me to reach students/adults in...