Top Special Education Tutors serving Massachusetts
Jessica: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
I am a passionate certified educator with over ten years' experience working with children and teens ages 8-15 including teaching, tutoring, summer programming, and mentoring. I truly believe that each student has an optimal learning style and can reach his or her full potential by understanding and utilizing specific strategies aligned to that style. Above all, I care deeply about making learning relevant, meaningful, and fun!
Education & Certification
The College of Wooster - Bachelor in Arts, English
Harvard University - Masters in Education, Education Policy and Management
Kolleen: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...United States History, as well as work readiness, life skills, and academic support classes. One of my favorite parts of teaching is getting to know each student as a learner. No two students are the same, and it is an exciting challenge to find what strategies work best for each student. IEPs and 504 plans act as a guide for each student, but I like to go deeper than that and find how I as...
Education & Certification
Westfield State University - Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Bridgewater State University - Masters in Education, Special Education
Julian: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
I am an environmental science and engineering student in my Senior year of college. I love tutoring students and helping them perform their best on standardized tests and in school, and pride myself on being available after tutoring sessions to answer any questions they might have.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
Sarah: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...be feared. My tutoring style is very focused, fun, and relaxed. I believe students do best when in a calm, encouraging atmosphere. I never stray from the task at hand, but I do introduce a certain level of silliness and play in my teaching. I think this makes a student more open to learning and more available to growth in a subject. My theater background has helped me learn a variety of memorization techniques that...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720
Olivia: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...about education and am particularly knowledgeable about topics in social sciences and humanities. I currently work with youth with disabilities providing transition services and I have experience teaching from early education through college instruction. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Northeastern University in Boston and hold a BS in Human Services and Political Science. I am most excited about topics like history, government, psychology, political science, and writing since they allow us to understand and...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Human Services
Lindsay: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...to meet my students where they are in their academic progress, and to work with them to set short-term and long-term goals. I prioritize working to develop logical and generalizable ways to address questions and problems, as this makes it easier to know which strategy can be used to solve them. I also work with students to learn about learning itself -- to understand the ebb and flow of knowledge acquisition and to take challenge...
Education & Certification
Hawaii Pacific University - Bachelors, Psychology
Harvard University - Masters, Education
Sarah: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...and reading specialist currently working at the high school level. I previously have tutored students with learning disabilities, English language learners, and regular education students of all levels. I am a Wilson Reading System certified teacher as well. I am a mother of three boys under the age of 15, one of which is dyslexic. Every student can learn and succeed. I am here to make sure that happens for your child!
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts-Lowell - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education
Patrice: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...loved both being a teacher because it gives me an opportunity to be a part of someone's life in a positive and nurturing manner. Prior to teaching, I was a girl scout leader, CCD teacher, and most importantly a mom, and the latter role has been my most rewarding because I loved being our child's first teacher. Teaching is truly a gift, and I believe that each student deserves the best teaching and tutoring methods...
Education & Certification
Worcester State University - Masters in Education, Special Education
Kerry: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...other psychological factors that interfere with academic potential. I have experience working with clients with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My favorite subjects to tutor are Psychology, French, writing, and SAT prep (especially SAT Verbal), though I have a wide range of other qualifications. For fun, I enjoy board games (a few favorites: Ghost Stories, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Dominion) and video games (Hearthstone, various indie games, and anything Legend of Zelda!), music...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Psychology
William James College - Masters, Professional Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 760
Danelle: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...Early Childhood Education. I have experience working with a wide range of learners. I feel that using student's interests can really bring learning to life. Students are much more engaged when they are interested in what they are learning. Outside of the classroom; I love to dance (tap, ballet, jazz), watch New England Sports, go to concerts, and explore new places! I look forward to meeting you and opening your student's eyes to the wide...
Education & Certification
University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Early Childhood Education
Rhode Island College - Masters, Early Childhood Special Education
Kaci: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...issues along the way to make future problems more manageable. I have a Master of Divinity degree from Boston University School of Theology. In this degree, I focused primarily on ethics from a variety of societal viewpoints. I also have a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, both from North Park University in Chicago. I will be beginning a Master of Business Administration at Boston University...
Education & Certification
North Park University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Boston University - Master of Divinity, Theology
GRE Quantitative: 158
GRE Verbal: 157
Felicia: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...grade over the past couple years. Using backwards design, I have designed and planned lessons that accommodate for students diverse learning styles, IEP's, 504's, cultural and social emotional needs. I have offered my students a variety of assessments to provide them with opportunities to showcase their skills and knowledge. I consistently hold students accountable for their learning and hold high expectations within all lessons. I have allowed families and students to bring their culture into...
Education & Certification
Curry College - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Curry College - Masters, Special Education
Tyler: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...Columbia University, I have years of experience in tutoring and teaching middle school English. My approach centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to express themselves and develop their skills. I believe in tailoring my teaching methods to meet individual needs, encouraging critical thinking and a love for literature through engaging discussions and creative assignments. Currently, I hold a teaching certification in Massachusetts and am passionate about helping students achieve their...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor, Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences
Columbia University - Master's/Graduate, Communication Sciences and Disorders
State Certified Teacher
Anne: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...pedagogy involves personalized, hands-on, interactive activities (even in a remote setting). My unique approach employs theatre and creative dramatics and inter-arts strategies across subjects, especially essay writing, critical thinking, and analysis. As someone who attended college and received both my advanced degrees on scholarship (Vassar, Emerson, Tufts), I am an advocate for equal opportunity education. I have worked one-on-one with students of all ages, including thesis and dissertation coaching. For me, learning is fun!
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Emerson College - Master of Arts, Theater Management
Tufts University - Doctor of Philosophy, Theater Arts
Katherine: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
I believe that every child has their own unique skillset and that they can use to convey their sense of individuality through their art. I am also good with organisation and have a background and degree is developmental disabilities and special education , elementary education and education in applied behaviour analysis. I am also good at sciences and history as well.
Education & Certification
Salem State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Erica: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...accounting volunteer tutor with Beta Alpha Psi, I gained valuable experience that I can apply to my future tutoring sessions. Through these positions, I have been able to further my technological, leadership, and organizational skills, while also strengthening my management and communication talents. Another important strength I have is in my computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel. While working as manager and webstore manager, I expanded my computer knowledge, and further enhanced...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Accounting
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Masters, Accounting
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
Kim: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
I have been a business professor and a business tutor for over 10 years. My aim is to discern the individual learning styles of my students and to work with each of them in a manner that addresses his/her individual style. My greatest joy in tutoring is seeing the sparkle in a student's eyes when he/she understands a concept and is able to explain and it back to me.
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Northeastern University - Masters, Finance
Daniel: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...work together in a fun, interactive & patient manner, we shall see positive progress in academic report cards. Learning is a two-way bridge as well, open communication between student-tutor is obvious, but what prospective students must know about me is I love to learn new material. And so I will learn alongside you, from you too! I guarantee that my teaching style will revolve around the foundation of a fun, relaxed, honest connection with each...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Meghan: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
"Those who say it cannot be done should not stand in the way of those trying to do it!" With 18+ years in public education (focus on Special Needs children), along with the skills I bring, I have the experience needed when working with people with disabilities.
Education & Certification
Jessica: Massachusetts Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Massachusetts
...a recent graduate from Tufts University with a B.S. in Geological Sciences. I will be pursuing my MDiv in Religion at Boston University this Fall with a focus on the intersections between Islam and religions of South East Asia. I am also disabled and work as a disability advocate. I am passionate about advocacy and equality for all people. I constantly strive to give a voice to the voiceless and to be a beacon of...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Geology
Boston University - Master of Divinity, Religious Studies
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