Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in Nashville, TN

...My passion; primary career focus is working with teachers and at-risk students, as a Literacy Coach in an urban school district, to increase literacy rates. Frederick Douglass said, "Once you learn to read, you will be forever free"; I believe that being able to read allows one freedom and the confidence to choose any path in life; opens doors figuratively and literally. Everyone can learn to read and write; they just need a teacher with...

I am a certified and licensed K-8th grade teacher. I like working with all ages and have a passion for teaching. I enjoy watching my students learn new things and develop skills to become a life-long-learner.

...every extra curricular available, including National Honor Society (President), yearbook, volleyball, and I held down a part time job at a coffee shop. I graduated with a 4.25 GPA and went on to obtain my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and French after four years at UNC-Wilmington. I had the pleasure of spending one spring semester in Paris with ma mre d'accueil, Catherine and left dreaming of French phrases and traveling the world. I was also...

I am driven by the philosophy to "seek not to become a person of success, but a person of value"(Albert Einstein) by helping others.... Knowledge is power, but the application of knowledge is more powerful.... Ask questions about his / her view on learning.... Teach him / her effectively.... Be accessible, engaged, continuously ask questions, and be knowledgeable about the appointed subject.... Differentiate instruction.... Help them to learn how to ask the right questions to understand...

...I love helping others learn. I am able to create quality, yet comprehensive curriculum for my students that will thrust them to succeed. I am very detailed oriented, creative, and have a passion for ensuring student success. It is my endeavor to combine my range of experience with my wealth of education. This includes being a loving, motivating, supporting, fun, and integral educator who will make a positive contribution to each student. I want to...

Hello! My name is Kimberly, and I love to teach! I have taught Kinder, and 3rd grade, and currently provide reading intervention for 1st graders. I love elementary education, and I strive to be the best educator for my students. To achieve this I stay current by reading educational journals, attending conferences, and seeking out new and interesting ways of delivering lessons.

...in a high school in McMinnville, Tennessee. I loved teaching what I loved so much--reading and writing--but I was concerned that so many of my students lacked basic reading and writing skills. I left that teaching job to go to graduate school and earn my master's degree in English. Rather than returning to the classroom after graduate school, I spent 9 years as a writer/editor at the Nashville Banner and Vanderbilt's Alumni Publications. It was...

...now knowing what my children needed, I was determined to expand my Speech and Language background into becoming an expert in Dyslexia. Knowing that Orton-Gillingham is the GOLD-STANDARD, evidenced based, program that works for dyslexic style learners I decided to become a certified Orton-Gillingham teacher. I earned my Orton-Gillingham Teaching certification through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education and refocused my mission into helping my children and ALL students learn to read. I have a very...

...from Trevecca Nazarene University concentrating in educational leadership. I have served as an instructional coach helping the teachers in my building better serve our students and allow them to reach their goals. I have always known I would be a teacher. I can remember to this day playing "school" with my friends and an old discarded teacher's manual. My goal one day is to be in educational administration. When not tutoring or educating, I love...

...my goal is focused on building a relationship with my students to help better understand what they need to succeed! I love tailoring my lessons to incorporate students' passions and personal interests, making learning fun, engaging and applicable! I love going on adventures and learning new things myself, and I encourage trying new things and asking questions! I have worked with children of all ages in dance, music, performance, and core elementary subjects most of...

...in grades K-6 with an ESOL endorsement on my teaching license and a passion for education in all areas. I taught in the classroom for close to seven years, but as I became a mother and my life and priorities changed, I wanted to explore the options of using my passion for education in other ways. I am looking forward to finding dedicated students who I can help be successful. I believe everyone can learn...

...successful in America. I started classes and before long, I knew that returning to teaching was all I wanted to do. I received my Masters in EL from Trevecca University, taught elementary students for several years, and presently teach Integrated Math 1 to 9th graders in a culturally and ethnically diverse high school. I love finding out how God made each student and giving them tools to become all that they can be. My wife...

...learning and enjoy helping others meet their education goals. I have been tutoring throughout college because many of my friends sought my assistance. I mostly tutored in the pre-medical subjects including Statistics, Calculus, Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, Biology and Physics. Additionally, as a peer advisor at Georgetown University, I was a point of contact for incoming freshmen as they transitioned to college. I also have formal tutoring experience with national companies. Lastly, I have classroom...

...I have worked as a tutor for four years, back when I was in college. I've also done some training in the business arena. Since I was a teenager, I have worked with children in various capacities including teaching Sunday School. In spite of a fun personality (and being told I look much younger than my 40-some years) I am also skilled at keeping students on track and focused in order to make the most...

...and the joy of words. I also graduated with highest honors from DePaul University in 2005 with a degree in relational, group, and organizational theories of communication. During this time, I learned the grammar and mechanics of language, and the various methods necessary to write essays and research papers. Since then, I've been touring the world as a professional songwriter and musician. I have a passion for writing and listening to music, films, film editing,...

Hello, my name is Alexandra. Currently, I am a first-year special education teacher and recent graduate of Vanderbilt University. I am also a tutor with eight years of experience. My areas of tutoring expertise include mainly reading and mathematics; however, I also have experience with other subject areas noted in my profile.

...I am a student at Sewanee: The University of the South, where I am pursuing degrees in English and International Studies. I also am pursuing a certificate in Creative Writing. I love to read, write, and engage in anything that allows me to be creative. I have a passion for education as a student and as a teacher. I cannot wait to meet new students and provide help in any way I can!

A love of teaching and helping others should go hand in hand. My mission is to assist others in their own learning. With over 30 years experience to draw from, I feel that I have much to offer to a variety of learning styles, grade levels, and advanced learning situations.

...University graduate with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I am a certified Elementary Education teacher in the state of Michigan and North Carolina. I have taught in grades Pre-K - 5th and am truly passionate about working with kids of all ages and levels. I have tutored students in Pre-K, and 2nd-5th grade. My favorite subjects to tutor in are writing, reading and math. I love these subjects and enjoy helping students achieve their...

...years and I absolutely love the energy of the city and have made wonderful friends and connections here. My upbeat personality, years of experience working with children and strong organizational skills make me a strong tutor. Furthermore, my background in psychology and Special Education allow me to differentiate instruction, decrease anxiety, and employ positive behavior supports to ensure that the students I work with are successful in all realms of their studies. When I am...