Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in San Antonio, TX

...children get past the "hump" they may be experiencing academically. I earned a degree in Psychology from UTSA, after which I completed additional coursework to earn my Teaching Certificate with a concentration in Early Childhood Education. I am also an experienced tutor and love witnessing that "aha!" moment with children when they finally understand something they have struggled with. I love tutoring all subjects, but Phonics and Reading are definitely my favorites!

...Peace Corps Volunteer in Zambia from January 2012-2014 as a grade 5-9 English teacher in an underprivileged school. After school, I led twice weekly test prep sessions for 9th grade. These prep classes covered topics in English, Civics, Geometry, Algebra 1 and Geography. In addition to teaching and conducting test prep, I also individually tutored elementary students in reading and phonics, and led weekly adult literacy classes. I am a great tutor because I genuinely...

...school. I have concentrated my efforts on specializing in the areas of math and science in the upper elementary grades. Having students master math skills during this time in the education sets them up for future success and less frustration at the middle school level. Since science is so closely related to math at the middle school and high school level, I have found that having a strong understanding of basic science concepts and vocabulary...

Hi my name is Stephanie. My personality is nice and caring. I am currently an instructional assistant for SAISD. Recently I received my Masters of Arts Degree in Special Education from UTSA. I have many years of teaching experience with children. I enjoy teaching Math and English. My goal is to effectively teach children by motivating them to become successful. I look forward to becoming a part of your child's academic success. ... My teaching philosophy is to teach children effectively to become successful in life. Teaching is my passion, and throughout my studies I have gained more knowledge and understanding to help my students learn. Personally knowing my students is my most important goal to complete in order to determine how my students are best taught to benefit their learning. Children are our future, and I will teach to my highest ability which is effective and benefiting to the students.

...Information and a Master's in Organizational Leadership. I earned both degrees from Our Lady of the Lake University - San Antonio. I have more than a decade experience teaching in classroom and one-on-one settings. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects with my favorites being reading, writing, and computer applications. Because an individual's learning needs are unique to that person, I strive to design my curriculum to match that individual's learning style. When I am...

...includes working as a 2nd grade teacher in San Antonio Independent School District where I taught reading, writing, math, science and social studies in accordance to the Texas State Curriculum. I graduated from Duke University with a B.S. in Biology and minors in Chemistry and Education. As a biology major at Duke I completed coursework in collegiate level math and science courses including biology, chemistry and physics and as a private tutor have worked many...

I believe that with appropriate support and instruction, any student can excel academically. I think it my job to serve as a guide on a student's academic journey. ... I firmly believe that every student is unique and that every student deserves a tutor that can cater to her or his learning style. I also believe that students are not simply empty containers into which I can simply pour knowledge; learning requires active engagement and effort. I am willing and able to aid and support students on their individual academic journeys.

...practice skills coupled with therapeutic experience shaped me into an effective advocate and partner for students experiencing academic difficulty. As a crisis counselor in Charlotte, NC, I was afforded the opportunity to work with youth ages 7-17 experiencing crisis. As a Safe Place advocate, it was vitally important to be person-centered and strength-focused to uphold an environment that was not only invitingly safe, but also nonjudgmental. This opportunity allowed me to expand my skills by...

...1st, 4th and 5th grade in a general education classroom and in a dual-language setting. I am fluent in Spanish and have experience teaching ELL students. I have tutored for Math courses as high as Pre-Calculus. I love teaching Math, Essay writing, and Reading. Those are the core subjects, I know, but I truly have a passion for teaching and seeing individual growth in those I help tutor. I understand that everyone learns differently and...

...then earned my Masters of Arts in Teaching, also from Trinity University. I am certified in Elementary Education, Special Education, and ESL. When I teach, I believe that it is essential for the student and the teacher to be comfortable with each other. We won't be able to learn together if we don't know each other on a personal basis. When I start tutoring sessions, I make sure that I get to know my students...