Award-Winning Tutors in Jacksonville, FL for Students in Special Education Programs

...or learn a new language, or jump into a new career, you truly help them position themselves for so many new opportunities. I completed my Master's Degree and Bachelor's Degrees in Special Education at the University of North Florida. I can tutor elementary math and any level of English Language Arts and reading. This includes students who are English Language Leaners (ELL) My philosophy of teaching includes working with each student individually to find what learning...

I currently teach Algebra and Geometry at a private high school for students with learning differences in Jacksonville, FL. I enjoy their light bulb moments and seeing them succeed where they had not before. I look forward to meeting more students and bringing them to their light bulb moments.

Master's degrees in Special Education and Health Administration. Certified Professional Educator-Teacher in both states (Ga/FL); Pre-K through 12th Grade; Root Cause Analysis Expert. Member of CEC (Council for Exceptional Children); Bachelors degree in Arts - Speech and Theater/Public Speaking. Certified American Heart Association BLS/Heartsaver CPR First Aid Instructor. Reading Interventionist in the area of Phonics and Decoding Strategies Elementary Math, Reading, and Science.

...English and study skills at a home education academy. While raising my children, I opened my own tutoring business and specialized in assisting learning-challenged students using educational therapy. I have also tutored various subjects, from algebra and biology to writing college essays. Teaching English online to students from around the world is another area I have thoroughly enjoyed. In the last five years, I have worked part-time in public schools as a math interventionist and...

...am a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University with my Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a focus on Greenhouse Management and Production and a minor in Psychology. Currently I am a substitute teacher for K-8 in all subject areas, including children with special needs. I work with students of various ages, abilities and disabilities. Previously, I have tutored students in all subject areas, as well as adults in preparation of successfully taking their GED, specializing...

...by tutoring students of all ages and various backgrounds. I have gained excellent skills, knowledge and experience throughout my professional career to motivate any child to achieve their potential. I have been teaching and tutoring for sixteen years. After obtaining my Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University and my Master's Degree from the University of North Florida, I have firsthand knowledge of the benefits of a highly effective and qualified educator. My greatest strength is...

My name is Ramonda Walton and I live in the beautiful Sunshine State of Florida. I am married with three wonderful children. I have my Masters Degree in Psychology and I'm also a licensed Developmental therapist. I've worked in the school system for over 12 years and I now look forward to working with each of you.

I have been an educator for the past 20 years for students in general education and special education classrooms. I am a dedicated teacher and I want to support students in meeting their educational goals. I look forward to teaching reading, math and language skills to students through the Varsity Tutors platform!

...many math problems can be solved in multiple ways. I would start by encouraging students to use their intuition to solve a problem, assisting them if needed. As they gain confidence, I would expose them to different and quicker methods for solving similar problems. After all, less time spent on homework equals more time for fun. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, photography, piano, exercise, and spending time at the beach.

...cohort. I have over 15 years in business in various fields such as Human Resources, customer services, retail and entrepreneurship. I am currently a certified teacher of secondary education (grades 5 - 12) Special Education. I've been teaching since 2013 and I am currently a part of the founding staff of Union Settlement Bridge Program @ Harlem Prep Charter located in East Harlem NY. I specialize in English, Earth Science, and Computer Science. Also, I...

I am a retired educator from New York. I taught, counseled, and mentored children with behavior disorders and learning disabilities for 38 years. I love teaching math and science . My greatest challenge is getting a student who doesn't like math and science interested in trying. I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures. The beach is one of my favorite places to listen to music,...

All students can learn and have a destination; They will get there their own way and in their own time.

...in helping students achieve all that they can. Everyone learns differently and being able to adapt is one of my strengths. My experience in working with students comes from homeschooling my children, teaching ESL and as a substitute teacher. My teaching style is both a hands on approach mixed with self learning lessons incorporated by the student. My favorite subjects to tutor is reading. However, I enjoy all of them and helping others learn. Outside...

...passion for helping children reach their potential. I received my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Salem State University and went on to get my Master of Social Work degree from Florida State. My work experience includes ABA therapy and intensive in-home therapy. One aspect of both of these positions was working with children on their academic skills and school work. I am confident in my ability to connect with children with a variety of...

...with learning difficulties and disabilities. I have particular experience working with children with dyslexia. I can help with reading comprehension, fluency, and spelling. I use symbol imagery for phonological and orthographic processing to help the student "picture" what they are reading and spelling. I have been helping children read for 7 years. I have also worked as a substitute teacher for Duval County Schools. I really enjoy tutoring elementary math, reading fluency, reading comprehension, spelling,...

...the individualized program for each student according of their needs (IEP), development of instruction plans, and in building relationships between parents, teachers and students. I have also had a solid educational foundation and a passion for teaching centered on values and respect of learning environment. In addition, I have been an interpreter for those parents and students who do not speak English. I am extremely enthusiastic about Tutoring/Mentoring at The Varsity Tutors and would appreciate...

...broaden my knowledge I also received my Master's Degree in Education from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have been teaching for a long time because I enjoy working with students and trying to find ways of making learning more enjoyable and attainable for them. Because of my special education background, I have taught students of all abilities, from gifted to disabled, and those with emotional and behavioral issues. As a teacher, I am very...

...of these subjects, my students develop their skills over time and improve their mastery of math on a daily basis. As I value students' education, I believe in a student-centered style of teaching--partly because students love to take ownership of their own learning, but also because putting students in control of their education enables them to remember information readily. Through this approach, they develop thinking skills by doing tasks independently or in small groups. They...

I have been a certified teacher in the State of Florida since 1979. I am now retired from the classroom and now enjoy tutoring either 1-1, or in groups no larger than 4. I use a lot of teacher-made and or store bought manipulatives to aid in student understanding of concepts being taught. I believe that learning can and should be fun.