
Peter: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...an upbeat and bright man who can quickly establish a rapport with a child in need of some academic help. I can keep a child engaged and keep to the subject matter. My strong suits are the basic sciences of Chemistry and Physics as well as Mathematics. I have taught the essentials of mechanics and engineering using Lego and I have taught the basics of civics and business as a Junior Achievement teacher in the...
Education & Certification
Charter Oak State College - Bachelor in Arts, Business Communications

Varun: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...am enthusiastic about helping others reach their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help...
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies

Elizabeth: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...I love helping students find meaning in their learning. So, you won't be bored. We will develop a plan each session and work hard to complete it -- with stops along the way to try out our learning with games, visuals and fun! I am a nationally known leader in teaching with technology, and you'll see that in each of our tutoring sessions if you'd like. We are a team! That means I will maintain...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science

Lauren: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
I am passionate about teaching; my mother said my brother was able to skip kindergarten because I taught him everything I was learning at school! I am a graduate of the University of Connecticut, where I earned a bachelor's degree in English; I also am a 15-year homeschooling "veteran." Most recently, I have worked in a private school teaching grammar, pre-algebra, and physical science. My hobbies include piano, hiking, and singing. ... I make sure they...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, English

Tiffany: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...as Valedictorian from Stony Brook University with my B.A. in Spanish Language & Literature. I have been studying Spanish since the 6th grade and have spent extensive periods of time abroad, which range from taking linguistics classes in Madrid to doing farm work in rural Mexico. I love to learn and teach others. While finding the right answer is important, I also want my students to develop critical thinking skills that can be transferred to...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, Spanish Language & Literature
New York University - Master of Science, Spanish-English Translation

Christine: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
Hi! I'm a freshman at Princeton University from Greenwich, CT. I'm currently pursuing a degree in Operations Research and Financial Engineering, with a certificate in Computer Science. I'm also fluent in Chinese, and currently taking a heritage speaker's Chinese class here at Princeton. I'm more than happy to help you with any math/science/Chinese questions!
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Engineer, Operations Research

Dan: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...a BA in English from the University of Scranton and an MA in English from Western CT State University. I am happy to tutor English, reading and writing at all levels. If I had to choose a specialty topic it would be Shakespeare. I designed and taught a high school level Shakespeare class for many years. As a tutor, my goal is to work with individual students based on their learning styles and outside interests....
Education & Certification
University of Scranton - Bachelor in Arts, English
Western Connecticut State University - Master of Arts, English

Bracken: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...Bar Examining Committee. I then accepted a job at General Reinsurance in Stamford, supervising litigation and arbitration all over the country. I stayed at Gen Re for almost twenty-five years. I believe that teaching or tutoring is a journey best taken together. Since I have been over the ground before, many many times, I am familiar with some of the pitfalls and many of the shortcuts; and can provide a perspective which many students will...
Education & Certification
Union College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Margaret: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
I enjoy helping people reach their potential. If you're struggling in a class, there's probably a good reason. It may take some work, but I'm confident that I can help you succeed.
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Classics

Adrienne: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...am a graduate of St. Johns University with a degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology. I have a Masters Degree from LIU CW Post University in Special Education. I have 5 years of experience as speech and language therapist in a school setting. This experience as well as my education has given me a strong foundation in language development. I believe strong language skills are necessary for success in reading. I enjoy reading, running, traveling...
Education & Certification
St Johns University - Bachelor of Science, Speech Pathology and Audiology
LIU CW Post - Master of Science, Special Education

Shana: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...to logarithms. My success is not based on the curriculum knowledge but rather on the ability to: - Identify the root cause and need of the student. (For example, I've tutored many students that claim to need help with algebra, when in fact their misconceptions lie in basic four operations from the 3rd and 4th grades) - Instill the ability to self-learn. Students will not do the majority of their study with a tutor. Therefore,...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelors, Sociology
Pace University-New York - Masters, Bilingual Elementary Education (1-6)

Jessica: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...ranked #1 and #2 in the state of Massachusetts on their Math and ELA state tests, respectively. In addition to teaching, I have spent the last 1.5 years working on ELA curriculum design and teacher development for a network of schools in NYC and CT. I am also currently pursuing Master's degrees in Children's Literature (M.A.) and Library and Information Science (M.S.). I love tutoring many subjects and students of all ages, but I am...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Child Development, French
Simmons School of Library and Information Science - Masters, Children's Literature, Library and Information Science

Keisha: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...as Preschool teacher at a federally funded Head Start program serving low-income families. In 2012, she moved on to working as a para-professional at a local charter school in Bridgeport CT. In August 2014, Keisha earned a Masters in Early Childhood Education and then moved to Newark, NJ where she became a state certified teacher. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Keisha loves to listen to music, read,...
Education & Certification
Sacred Heart University - Bachelors, Sociology
Cambridge College - Masters, Early Childhood Education

Amy: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...all my students do well and understand the material. For example, with French, I always give them a brief English grammar lesson beforehand which helps tremendously boost their confidence level as the foreign gradually becomes familiar. I am truly excited about working with students and encouraging them to excel. There is nothing more gratifying than seeing a student conquer his/her fears and expressing him/herself in a way he/she never thought possible. I work with each...
Education & Certification
Hofstra - Bachelor in Arts, French

Kristyn: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
I am a current teacher at a private school for students with language based learning differences, such as Dyslexia, auditory processing and AD/HD. I have developed a passion for reading/spelling instruction through Orton Gillingham, which is a multi sensory approach to decoding and encoding.
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of New Haven - Master of Arts, Education

Kristen: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
I have experience working with students of all ages, and what that has taught me is the importance of patience. Not every topic comes as easily to some students as others, and patience is essential. Additionally, I believe in carefully evaluating a student's history, progress and study habits to create an individualized approach for each student to best fit their needs. My specialty is in English test prep, and creative & essay writing.
Education & Certification
Trinity College - Bachelor in Arts, English

John: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...as a writer, as I am a produced playwright, published poet, and freelance journalist. I have worked as an English teacher with the NYC Department of Education. I taught 9th grade English at a Title-1 high-school, serving high-needs BIPOC students, where I took on leadership and teaching roles. I was a team leader for the 9th grade English department, created department wide unit plans for a variety of texts, and taught both honors-level and special-needs...
Education & Certification
Oglethorpe University - Bachelor in Arts, English
The New School - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Maddie: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
Hello! My name is Maddie! I have worked and taught students for almost 9 years. I have my Bachelor's in Art Education and currently getting my Master's in Elementary Education. Please check out my resume for all my experiences and qualifications! I look forward to the possibility of working with your child!
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor in Arts, Art Teacher Education
Sacred Heart University - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Michael: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...School of the Arts. I have been teaching private students (Voice, Theatre, English, French) and groups (Voice, Theatre, English, French) for over twelve years. I run a non-profit LLC (Trust Your Gut Productions) and am a working actor/composer. One of the most fulfilling things for me is helping those who wish to better themselves and their skill-sets to do so. My affable, professional approach is both fun and effective for my students, who have gone...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Theatre Performance

Margaret: New Haven Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in New Haven, CT
...ESL students and those with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADHD and cognitive impairments. Language arts are a true passion of mine, both academically and professionally. As a bilingual writer for the State Department and two publishing companies, I've learned effective writing skills I love to share with students. I believe that each individual learns differently, so I tailor my teaching strategies to every student's needs. Seeing students overcome challenges and meet their goals is always...
Education & Certification
Barnard College, Columbia University - Bachelor in Arts, Religion
Middlebury College - Master of Arts, French
Private Phonics Tutoring in New Haven, CT
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Phonics is extremely important to kids learning how to spell and read. It's a way of connecting letters with sounds. According to experts, it's one of the best tools used to help children learn how to spell words and read them properly. There are a series of rules related to spelling that students are introduced to first. Then, they learn just how to apply those various rules so that they can "decode" words based on how they're spelled.
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Every child needs to learn phonics in order to learn how to spell, read, and write. These skills are mandatory for excelling in school, graduation, and passing tests, including standardized tests and state exams. There are various types of phonics instructional techniques, such as analogy phonics, analytic phonics, embedded phonics, phonics through spelling, and synthetic phonics.
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