Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Wise, VA

I have been in the education field for over 15 years. I have worked with various populations of students and I enjoy helping students learn.

...I am a firm believer that just because you may not understand the course material, does not mean you are not a smart individual that can succeed. While I have experience teaching those of all ages, I am most passionate about adult learners. I have a diploma in practical nursing, a bachelor's in healthcare management,...

...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...

...Suzanne Keene. I have been teaching and tutoring for 15 years. I have 3 children, a husband, and a dog. I have a Master's Degree in Special Education. I have a great deal of experience teaching students diagnosed with specific learning disabilities, Autism, ADHD, and ADD. I enjoy teaching elementary students reading, math, science, and...

...together complement each other and are both proven for success when followed. Personal Statement: I am dyslexic and have ADHD so I have first-hand experience. I provide compassion, patience, and understanding to each student building confidence. I developed a passion for dyslexic learners several years ago when my daughter was diagnosed. It was a long...

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.

...for over 10 years in areas of Finance, Management, Economics, Supervision, Human Resources, and anything else that is business related at various colleges! I first acquired my education from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics; then I went to get my Masters in Divinity from Virginia Union University; Next I...

I believe that every person should have an opportunity to learn no matter the age, race, ethnicity, gender, etc. I want to pass on the knowledge that I have acquired to others. I strive to work hard to make sure that, if chosen, I present quality information that is relevant to the tutee.

...break from school for now. I have four children. A son, 20, who is in college, a daughter, 16, who will be graduating high school this year, then twin seven year olds, who are in the 2nd grade. I work at BAE Systems as a Material Control Planner II. To put it the easy way,...

...strategies such as competitive quizzes and role-playing games. To make the subject matter I teach more relatable. All children are unique and must have a physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially stimulating educational environment in which to develop. It is my intention to foster an environment in which students can realize their utmost potential.

I believe education is the foundation for a thriving society. Every student deserves an inclusive environment where they feel safe and encouraged to express their thoughts. My teaching philosophy centers on nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and fostering relationships built on trust and respect.

I am an individual who enjoys teaching, as well as learning. I believe that the development of the mind is one of the most important things that an individual can do in order to enhance their...... My teaching philosophy is to provide information to students in an incremental step-by-step manner. This ensures that students can obtain and assimilate the maximum amount of information per unit of time, with the least amount of anxiety or stress.

...at Virginia Commonwealth University in three years as part of the Guaranteed Admission Program for Medicine. I was admitted to this highly competitive BS/MD program on a full scholarship directly from high school. I am passionate about academic success and very knowledgeable in college and medical school preparation. My primary tutoring experience includes admissions coaching,...

...but just two weeks in I switched my career path to pursue teaching English at the middle-high school level. I have a wide range of classroom experience with all ages (anywhere from three years old all the way to forty!), though I most enjoy making personal connections with students aged ten to eighteen. I am...

...Master's in Education/Special Education (birth-grade 2), both from Touro College. I am licensed in Early Childhood Special Education in Virginia and recently completed certification in TEFL/TESOL. I have experience working in both general and special education in private and public school settings. I like to tutor with a student-centered approach using meta-cognition, or constant reflection...

...to be successful. I help inspire learners to develop the self-confidence required to succeed in school and in life. I make learning fun! I support, encourage, engage, and cultivate creative minds. As an educator I offer experiences working with students, and adults. I strive to support all learners, and their diverse academic development and needs.

...things I love to do! As a teacher, I focus on the most important things that each student is trying to learn. I avoid tangents and focusing so much on small topics that students get frustrated. It is important that the student feels supported throughout the entire process. I know that everyone has bad days...

...two 200-level courses, worked as a tutor in the Writing Center and served as Assistant Poetry Co-Editor for the literary journal, Grist. My poems have been published by the Moonstone Arts Center, Antithesis Journal, The Bangalore Review, Appalachian Review, and more. I also interned with a Richmond-based non-profit, The Podium Foundation, facilitating creative writing programs...

...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, parents and teachers.

After practicing law for 19 years, I left the legal field to spend more time with my daughter and to write. I love helping students learn and have a knack for breaking complex ideas into easy-to-understand concepts. As one of my business mentors, Marie Forleo, says "Everything is figureoutable!"