Award-Winning Tutors in Medford, MA for Students in Special Education Programs

...Special Education, and Educational Therapy. I have expertise in teaching PreK-12 students and adult learners with and without disabilities. I provide tutoring services in a variety of areas, such as CBEST, CSET, GRE, MTEL, RICA, ESL, and computer skills. I also provide editing services to Master and Ph.D. students on writing thesis, dissertation, manuscripts. I am passionate about working with individuals and helping them succeed. I strongly believe that everyone can learn. If one method...

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!

...to not just show math skills, but help students understand the language of math in general and algebra in particular. I have worked successfully with students of all abilities, and my students (and their parents) tell me they are so relieved to finally understand math and not be made to feel dumb or lazy for not understanding. Confidence can be very powerful. I tutor Algebra, Pre-algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, and SAT prep. I work...

Learning isn't always easy; in fact it's often uncomfortable. This means it's possible to find meaning even in classes we hate or the ones we think we are bad at. For this reason, I hope to work with learners who might be uncertain about their interests and futures.

...my experiences in both mainstream and special education classrooms, as well as on the sports field where I coach lacrosse. I currently work at the Wilmington Middle School and specialize in tutoring Math, English, Science and Social Studies for grades 6 through 10. I am very patient and tailor my lessons to whatever pace is appropriate for the individual I'm working with. I aim to keep my students relaxed yet focused, and I like to...

...since they are the two subjects I have been passionate about my whole life. I am, however, also comfortable with many other subjects, including french and writing skills. Additionally, I really enjoy helping students prep for standardized testing, particularly the SATs. My tutoring style tends to be a combination of challenging the student to work hard on their skills, along with plenty of encouragement. My goal is to show students how much they can do...

...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...

fun, outgoing tutor, constantly considering the needs and personalities of my students, in order to empathize with them and customize their experience. There is no more rewarding feeling than helping students overcome frustrating boundaries and re-emphasizing their self confidence.... Listening is important. I try to let students advocate for themselves, and be detailed in describing what part of the assignment they're having difficulty with. I find visual, real-life anecdotes help get concepts across to students. Patience...

...a graduate of Boston College where I studied Education and Psychology. I received my Master's in Education at the University of Notre Dame. Since graduation, I have taught Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades in both general education and special education settings. I am trained in elementary (K-4) math concepts and reading/phonics instruction (for example the Fundations program). I am passionate about education and love working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, running,...

...my bachelors and masters degree listed above, I attended a special education program for students with moderate disabilities through Northeastern University and an Urban Leadership Program through Cambridge College's Center for Advanced Graduate Studies. I have put into application a variety of programs focused on targeting the needs of a variety of students. This includes TERC Investigations Mathematics, Lucy Calkins Writing Curriculum, Reading Street Literacy Program, Foss Science Curriculum, Fountas and Pinnell, Woodcock Johnson III...