Award-Winning Special Education Tutors in Austin, TX

...named a 2006 Distinguished Finalist for the Prudential Spirit of Community Award. I attended an early college high school program (the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science) and volunteered in a local middle school, where I worked with struggling students one-on-one. I then transferred to Texas A&M University, where I earned a B.S. in Psychology (with a minor in Neuroscience) in 2013. During college, I tutored several Psychology and Neuroscience courses. After graduating from Texas...

...Columbia University in New York City and studied Applied Mathematics and Philosophy, while also pursuing pre-medical studies. In NYC, I gained a wide variety of teaching and tutoring experiences in classrooms, with private clients, and via community service work for non-profit organizations. Currently, I work at a middle school in Chicago teaching middle school math, as well as tutor for city clients. I am most passionate about math, but am comfortable working with students of...

...thesis, which ultimately resulted in a cookbook/memoir about American women, (such as my grandmother) in the kitchen. I love to write, and love helping students write as creatively as possible within the parameters of their schoolwork. I’m committed to making learning as fun and enjoyable. Having been an occasionally reluctant learner, I believe that most people are happiest when they feel that they’re learning independently, and are empowered enough to make their education their own....

...the opportunity to work with you or your child to help achieve better writing or reading skills. I am very passionate about education and believe that everyone can improve with a little bit of extra help. I have helped many students write college essays and love hearing the words, "I got accepted!" Additionally, I score standardized test essays, have taught ESL and tutor and edit for college students. I look forward to being your tutor.

...confidence in learning through instruction that uses student's strengths to access new concepts. I am committed to meaningful, experience-based learning that builds conceptual understanding by utilizing student's interests and multiple literacies. I feel students can only learn if they feel comfortable taking risks and learning from their mistakes. I speak, read, and write fluently in both Spanish and English, and I am able to instruct in both languages. I have been teaching bilingual math and...

...PhD proposal with the intention of pursuing a career in design academia, thus writing, research, and education are among my primary passions. In my spare time you'll find me scouring used bookstores for obscure texts and compiling visual research from diverse sources. I love helping others unlock the highest potential for their writing and develop a style that meets academic standards yet retains their distinct authorship. As a tutor and future professor, it is of...

...majoring in Early Childhood Special Education. Now I work as a behavior therapist and hold my Board Certified Behavior Analyst(BCBA) certificate. I come from China. I would love to help more people from all age groups with their Mandarin. I would also love to share as much Chinese culture as possible when communicating with others. I am really easy going and happy to make friends at all time. Hope to get a chance to be...

...math. In addition, I have tutored in reading and coached speaking events. Most of my experience in education has been working with struggling learners. My favorite story to tell is about a student I met in middle school who was in a special education math class. She was very unsure of herself but after working with her for two years, she was able to transition into a general education math class with accommodations. She will...

...my students know before turning to what they do not know. I take the time to understand and mentor my student’s particular gifts, using their individual strengths to conquer their individual academic challenges and become confident, creative, lifetime learners. By encouraging questions and providing hands-on interactive lessons which consist of substantial modeling (“see one”), guided practice (“do one”), and checking for understanding (“teach one”), I ensure my students understand the “why” rather than merely memorize...

...am certified in all primary core subjects from early childhood up to sixth grade. I am also certified in special education from early childhood up to 12th grade. At this time, I am a bilingual teacher in a Life Skills special education classroom. I hold a Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Special Education. My knowledge of instructional strategies, education, and experience have made me highly competent in teaching. Most importantly, I've been...

...a student's growth in learning. While growing up, I always struggled in math. My tutor made me more confident in my abilities and myself. I later went on to become a volunteer tutor at an elementary school for 4 years where I learned that I love teaching others. My strong suits are life sciences, psychology, reading, writing, and government. My favorite subjects to tutor are the sciences. I find a lot of students are intimidated...

A certified HS teacher for English, SAT, ACT and Special Education. Doing on line classes for Homework help and summer school

...serve with AmeriCorps (a domestic version of the PeaceCorps) for Communities in Schools of Central Texas, mentoring and tutoring troubled and impoverished middle school students. I received my teaching certification in Generalist 4th-8th grade and enjoy working with children of all ages. After ending my service with AmeriCorps, I was hired on with Harmony Public Schools as a Math Intervention Specialist, specifically working with middle school kids who struggle with math and the Math STAAR....

...joy than helping a struggling reader become a successful reader. I have taught reading in public schools for fifteen years with the last six years specializing in multi-sensory techniques to help dyslexic/special education students become successful readers and spellers. I am certified in Wilson Language and trained in Orton-Gillingham techniques. If you have a child you think would benefit from this kind of instruction, I would love the opportunity to be of assistance.... In a typical...

...many reasons. First, I am able to differentiate my lessons and other lessons for all abilities. Differentiation is essential and it proves that teachers are in tune with the individual students and can adapt any lesson to meet every child's needs. As a special education teacher, I was also able to create and implement incentive systems which served as a motivator for students, especially when the lessons increase in difficulty. Another reason I would love...

...graduate at the University of Texas at Austin, Masters of Special Education. I am interested in helping you in your special needs whether it is adult English proficiency, elementary school curriculum, French language learning, or reading and writing tutoring for all ages. My strengths are in social sciences as I have a bachelors in sociology and French and I have tutoring experience and CELTA training for ESL as well. I love young children especially, and...

...to children living in China, ages 4-13. I am passionate about literacy and have volunteered as the 4th grade reading club leader and 9th grade book club leader. My 9th grade book club was the recipient of an education foundation grant. Other experience includes YMCA youth activities leader; curriculum creator; preschool teacher; published author; and award-winning papier mache artist. I enjoy reading, volunteering, attending sports and music events, and traveling. I currently volunteer 10 hours...

...educational journey! I have been tutoring student K - College level for almost four years. I tutor a wide variety of subjects. My favorite subjects to teach are writing and reading. This is probably because I have a natural affinity for both. I tutor many students with learning disabilities including Dyslexia. Further, I believe that these two subjects are of the utmost importance for children to master as there are few jobs I can think...

I have voluntarily taken a leave of absence from my current position to spend some time with my family and friends in my hometown, Austin. I graduated with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering with minors in bioengineering, chemistry and math. I find enjoyment in the mentor/mentee relationship and I would love to be a part of your tutoring experience.... During the first session, I would like to get the student's background in the subject(s) we will...

...of almost 10 years. I am currently employed as a paraprofessional at a local middle school, I interact with a diverse population that posses a wide range of learning and behavioral abilities. I am known in my school for being highly creative with content while teaching with limited resources and garnering desired results. I work closely with students and parents to understand what motivates them and am well versed in a multitude of researched based...