Award-Winning Tutors in Pittsburgh, PA for Students in Special Education Programs

Education enthusiast, tech savvy, lover of the outdoors, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. Dedicated to literacy, at-risk youth, and inclusive best practices. I have been teaching for the past 17 years in public education. I am certified in English 6-12 and Special Education pre-K-12. I am a college professor at Rowan University. Currently I am a Low Incidence Specialist for students with disabilities. Special education is my passion.

...homework. After graduating I continued working in the classroom with students having various academic needs. I remember how frustrating and challenging it can be to not fully understand certain subjects in school, and it is my goal that any student who feels that way has the resources and support they need! When students get it, after struggling with a certain subject, that makes it all worth it for me! Besides working, I love to read,...

...VS tutor successfully helping those who want to help themselves. Meanwhile, teaching in public schools. My mission is to pass on knowledge and emote positivity through learning and guidance. I have learned and transfered these gifts to others for their own personal success for over 11 years. I have came to ask myself. Newton wasn't the only one who saw the apple fall, yet he was the only one who asked, "Why?" I currently have...

...Child Psychology, in addition to an Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology. I have over eight years experience working as a school psychologist; in both school and clinical settings. My strengths include: test and measurement, interpreting assessment data, implementing research-based interventions, RTI and progress monitoring, developing organization skills, study skills, and test taking skills, and specific modules to improve academic performance. I feel that I possess the necessary skills to help students reach their various...

...I hold a Masters Degree in Elementary and Special Education and have been an educator for over 20 years. I have taught all grades and ages. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. I set up a classroom in my home when I was very young and would spend all of my free time there pretending I was teaching. It has been a lifelong passion of mine and always will be one. I...

I have been an educator for 10 years! I have taught kindergarten, second grade, and special education in elementary and middle school! I have my Bachelor's Degree in Special Education and Elementary/Early Childhood Education. I also have my Master's Degree in Reading as well as my K-12 Reading Specialist Certification and Literacy Coach Endorsement. I have taught in brick and mortar schools as well as virtual schools.

I embrace the dedication to integrate social justice, equity, access, inclusion, and diversity into all my decision-making, collaborations, processes, and strategic efforts.

...in setting goals which are attained by progressing through small, manageable incremental steps. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science from Texas Christian University and an Elementary Education Teaching Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh.I have worked with children and middle school students in various settings for 26 years.From 1998-2005 I assisted the Special Education Teacher in a Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Learning Support Classroom that was part of the Pittsburgh Public...

...an Emphasis in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach Early Childhood PK-4 and Special Education PK-8. While I have experience tutoring in different subjects, I am most passionate about Reading, Math, and Phonics. I taught in Florida for 2 years (Kindergarten and First Grade). I am a firm believer in education, believing it to be exceptionally necessary to achieve and excel in lives endeavors. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my...

...I have been a special education teacher for 20 years. I have a master's + 45 degree and I am also nationally board certified as an exceptional needs specialist. I also hold a Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certificate and have earned recognition as a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. My areas of certification on my WV teaching certificate include: Elementary Education, Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, MI), Autism, and Preschool Special Needs. I also hold a certification in...

...helping every student no matter what the student's level, background or special need. Teaching kids, teens and the adult learner takes a completely special balance of patience, empathy and mutual respect. In the 15+ years I've spent in the classroom I'm constantly working to achieve that special balance, each year with its new set of challenges. My parenting, coaching and tutoring experience has given me an opportunity to work with elementary school students in my...

I am a very patient teacher who enjoys making learning fun and enjoyable for the student. I was originally a certified EMT but could not do it anymore due to a back injury. I am currently attending Ashford University for Education.... Finding out what they enjoy doing and incorporating it with their studies will make it more interesting and fun.... Teaching the student and then testing their knowledge with a worksheet or quiz.... Making the subject...

...science. I also earned a graduate certificate in undergraduate education, which allowed me to get hands on practice and critiques of my teaching, as well as background in educational theory and the developmental psychology of learning. Finally, I have a background in adolescent development, and have worked with children and adolescents with autism; I am happy to accommodate and work with learners on the spectrum. Tutoring Experience: In the past, I have tutored adult English...

...I have been a teacher with the Pittsburgh Public Schools for five years. I graduated from Penn State with a degree in Kinesiology, and will be graduating from Edinboro University with a degree in Reading in July 2015. I love teaching and also am able to coach basketball, soccer, and cross country at my school. When I'm not working, I enjoy walking my dog, playing sports, watching movies, or enjoying a nice cup of coffee....

...the classroom, demanding dedication and a strong work ethic. My experiences as a collegiate lacrosse player have not only molded me into a well-rounded individual but have also equipped me with the necessary tools to excel in the field of education and love for my students! During my time at Chatham, I have actively engaged in practical experiences within local elementary schools. These opportunities have deepened my passion for working with young children and reinforced...

...Elementary Education. I received my Master's in Special Education from the California University of Pennsylvania. I have 23 years experience as a Special Education Teacher. I have taught from the preschool level up through sixth grade. I currently and have for the last five years been a developmental evaluator where I evaluate children ages 3-5 to determine if they qualify for developmental services. The mission in my everyday work is "to provide a collective support...

...the students. Being strong in their academic studies is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life. I try to show students how what they are learning can be applied in their own lives so the student can generalize what their are learning and apply it to their lives. In my spare time, I enjoy reading mysteries, doing yardwork, spending time with my family and dogs, and exploring the world around me.

...teacher. I have experience teaching the four disciplines of science, English language arts, and social studies/history to students in grades 4 - 8. Within those last twenty-one years of classroom teaching, I also became an after school tutor for the school district, along with tutoring home bound students and students having extended school year through the summer months. I also privately tutored students whose family and /or classroom teacher knew that tutoring one-on-one with their...

...a graduate of Slippery Rock University and I have been teaching in public schools for ten years. My certifications include Elementary K-6, Special Education N-12, Mid-Level Mathematics 7-9 and ESL. Currently, I am employed as an Inclusion Special Education teacher in Pittsburgh Public School District working in math classrooms. I also coach middle school girls basketball. My specialty is working with struggling learners. I live in the Monroeville area and am available evenings and weekend.

...of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. I also had heavy coursework in Literature and Philosophy. Currently, I am working towards my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. I carry forth my love of writing and helping others each day in my program. I am understanding about the importance of mental health in a fast-paced and stressful school system. Feel free to share things about your life with me! I...