Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in Portsmouth, VA

Teaching is something I love to do and tutoring is one of the ways I do it. I enjoy helping others reach their goals. My favorite subject is Math, specifically Algebra. Equations are like puzzles to be solved. Outside of tutoring, I love to read and spend time with my friends and family. I enjoy shopping and reading. I look forward to having the opportunity to serve you. ... My philosophy is to encourage students to use what they already know and use that knowledge as a base to build up what they don't know.

...the learning strategy that works best for each individual student. For me creativity is critical and I believe you must find what methods work for your student and utilize them. I like to think outside the box and seek to incorporate learning strategies that keep my students engaged in the learning process and allow them to experience success. Currently I am pursuing my dream of becoming an author. It is my hope that my books...

...enjoy teaching writing and helping students who are having difficulty in reading comprehension. I have seen the excited look on a child's face when they get an increase in reading or writing scores on mandatory state tests. It gives them a tremendous boost in confidence and self esteem. Since I have extensive experience in tutoring, it will be my pleasure to instill that confidence. Since I am an English teacher, naturally I enjoy reading(and its...

I began tutoring about five years ago in San Francisco, CA. I tutored children of all ages and enjoyed the challenge of connecting with different age groups. I like helping others to understand a topic or subject in a stronger way. I am currently a business reporter for a local paper, where I write clear and effective copy daily. I believe this would transfer well in communicating with clients. ... Understand the student; then you can understand the strategy.

...study skills. I tutor and mentor students from grade school through college, working to build their confidence, skill set, and love of learning. I enjoy continuing my own education in tutoring best-practices and expanding my knowledge base. I graduated from California State University, Channel Islands with a Bachelor's degree in English, and a minor in Business Management. I graduated Summa Cum Laude, maintaining a 3.94 gpa, and tutored university students in writing, test prep, and research...

I have a degree in English with a minor in psychology from Milligan College, TN. All throughout my high school and college years I have been involved in theatre, especially musical theatre. I could talk about my favorite musical all day. I am hoping to pursue a graduate degree in English in the coming few years. I love tutoring because I enjoy helping students to figure out the best ways to solve problems and to...

...II and Civics and Economics). I am currently licensed to teach Language Arts (English) as well. I have worked with children from all age levels from kindergarten to high school for the past 8 years. I also serve as a football and wrestling coach at my school. I believe that all students are capable of success. I try to express my passion and skills for teaching while creating a welcoming and engaging environment. I want...

...Thomas Nelson Community College. I have a Master's degree in English/Teaching English as a Second Language, and I have spent the past 2 years working in Japan as an English teacher for the Japanese government. Now that I am back in the U.S., I am excited to begin working with students and sharing how improving your language and writing skills can lead to world travel. I also am excited to teach/tutor Japanese language and share...

...worked primarily in the mental health field for the past 10 years, but most of that was in an in-school setting in which I was responsible for assisting students with their educational needs. In my last position, I served as an education paraprofessional. I also served as a teacher's assistant for two years in an elementary school. In this position, I was responsible for developing a technology instruction curriculum based on state standards, and tutoring...

...of the individual learner and I absolutely love the challenges involved in meeting those needs. I have experience with learning disabilities, ADD & ADHD students, autism, behavioral disorders, medical emergencies and illnesses, Homebound instruction, gifted GATE learners, remediation needs and more. One of the biggest challenges we face in education today is the need to meet each and every student right where they are and to teach them at an individual level to get them...