Award-Winning Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY for Students in Special Education Programs

I have 14 years teaching students and mentoring teachers. I am bilingual in Spanish and have worked teaching in New Jersey and California.... I motivate students and give them the reason why to excel. I lead by example and use multisensory techniques.... I like to find a student's deficits and strengths, and create a good working relationship with the student and their family.

Every student is different so every lesson must be geared towards each individual. All people can learn, they learn differently and my job is to make sure I can find out what helps each and every student I work with. Learning shouldn't be boring, I enjoy bringing life out of every subject so everyone can enjoy learning. ... Every student has amazing qualities, and it is my job to find them and bring them out to...

My name is Melissa Carlin. I have been a teacher in the New York City Department of Education for the passed twelve years. I have worked with students with IEPs in grades K-12. I have experience using resources that support people with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities, and emotional dysregulation. I have experience teaching literacy skills to students ages 8-21. I have experience preparing students for the New York State ELA exams grades 3-8 and...

...and I take my time in understanding students, as well as helping THEM understand everything they need to. I have tutored prior to becoming a member of the Varsity Tutors family, in a variety of subjects. Each student I helped succeeded in all of their personal academic goals, and I loved watching the confidence they gained from learning new skills and information. I am willing to give students my best effort, and I expect their...

...with a masters in special and general education and have another masters from Queens College in literacy for grades 5 - 9. I have also been an adjunct literacy and special education instructor at Manhattanville College, Bronx Community College and Queens College. My specialty is reading and writing and the subject of ELA and I also teach math, social studies and science at the elementary school level. I enjoy working with my students and I...

Hi! I am a Psychology graduate and currently pursuing my teaching license in Elementary Education and Special Education. I have 5+ years of tutoring experience. My passion is teaching and my goal is to make my classes fun and a positive learning experience!

...city one of my long-term part time jobs was editing and developing K-8 standardized tests for a private educational company. From this experience, I gained a deep understanding of these tests and how they are administered. Some of my most enjoyable teaching experiences include working with students of all ages in Broadway Master classes. These sessions include theatre education as well as dance and movement. I also have many years of childcare experience with homework...

...of the hardest challenges when writing an essay is simply starting it. Don't have fear of the blank page. Don't worry. I'm here to help. I am a veteran teacher with close to a decade of experience. Prior to my time as a teacher, I worked in broadcasting with credits as a writer, producer and video editor in broadcast news, professional sports and documentary film. Most importantly I believe in you and your ability to...

...and develop critical thinking skills as well as perseverance in one on one tutoring sessions. When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my family and my dog in the park. I'd like to consider myself an ametuer chef and I love trying new things. I also am currently enrolled and working towards my Masters in Arts in Education with a focus in instructional technology which is a passion of mine.... After being in the...

...Therefore, utilizing new/in-depth mathematical tools such as Eureka math (also known as EngageNY) is something that I enjoy, as it makes it simple for students to relate to everyday life I want students and parents to know that I have a genuine interest in helping children and help them gain as much knowledge as possible. After all, they are our future and we as the adults all have to be mindful of the impact we...

I'm a longtime educator (15 years and counting) with extensive experience with dyslexia, ADHD, and other diagnoses that may complicate the learning process. My subjects include science, social studies, writing, multi-sensory reading, and mathematics. I use teaching techniques to fit the learning profile and strengths of the learner. When working with me, we'll collaborate to figure out what might be interfering with the learning process, and devise an intervention or workaround. I love to empower...

...conducted intake interviews with adolescents and connected them to the services they were interested in. In college, I was also involved in a research study on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, in the growth of a start-up, and in a club that taught conflict resolution to children around New York. I am very excited to start a graduate program for social work at NYU starting in the fall. I love working with children and adolescents of...

...in both NJ and NY. I've spent the majority of my career working as an inclusion teacher, ensuring all students regardless of their learning needs/styles are able to access the content in ways thats are beneficial for each child. Additionally, I've worked hard to break down tough content so that it is accessible and memorable for each child. I believe each child is capable of succeeding academically, they just need the right individualized supports to...

I am a former middle school teacher transitioning into Law School. I am passionate about helping children be the best they can be! I have several years of experience teaching and tutoring elementary and middle school math and reading.

I have been in classrooms in different capacities for the past 15 years. My main areas of focus: phonics, reading, and literacy for pre-K and elementary students. I believe all children can learn by using different learning modalities. Finding the right learning style for your child increases their success rate. With patience, partnership and dedication, I believe we can make a difference.

...students as a University teacher both in England and in New York, Chicago, Ann Arbor and California. We have developed writing, enhanced critical reading capacity, honed grammar and strengthened subject-based knowledge. Ask what connection a task has to your life and the things you care about as a way of awakening your interest. Let's focus on critical analysis and creative reflection along with basic skills and structure as a way to give your exams and...

...Child Learning Center, a tutor at Kumon Learning Center and a teachers assistant at the Center for Young Children at the University of Maryland. I am patient, empathetic, caring and a people person and have a lot of tutoring experience! I am looking forward to hearing from you! Please let me know if there is any additional information that I can provide to assist in your decision making. Have a great day!

...was at P.S. 325 where I learned to use various technologies such as PowerPoint, iPad apps, an interactive SmartBoard and enthusiasm to connect with my students while teaching Math. At one point, TFA asked me to give a seminar to other Corps Members that taught them how to make their presentations more interactive and engaging. I learned how to manage multiple projects and people, while continuing to develop professionally. I engaged with the community, located...

...such as in classrooms, tutoring groups, one-on-one, in camps, and more, since I was in high school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects and grades, I am most passionate about teaching Reading and Math at the Elementary level. Part of the reason I am drawn to the field of education is because teachers must be life-long learners. I am aim to foster a love of learning in my student. This, I believe, leads...

...test taking skills and write analytical essays. My students' regents pass rate is 20% higher than city average, which is evident in my "highly effective" teacher rating for the 2017-18 year. I've been told that my teaching style is both highly engaging and comprehensive. I can offer access to countless resources to study outside of tutoring time, including Castle Learning, BrainPop, Flocabulary, and my own original study materials. Additionally, I have tutored students in ELA...