Award-Winning Tutors in San Marcos, TX for Students in Special Education Programs

...I am currently a Ph.D. student at New Mexico State University in the Experimental Psychology Program. I am a sociocognitive psychologist, and am currently conducting research on cross-cultural religiosity and prejudice. I am currently a Teaching Assistant for upper-division undergraduate students at my university, and starting next Spring I will be a full-fledged teacher at the undergraduate level. I took both International Baccalaureate courses in addition to Advanced Placement courses in high school, and have...

I have Texas teaching certifications in Elementary grades 1-8; Special Education and ESL. I have many years of experience teaching children who need a little more specialized attention. I have served as an Autism trainer in my school district.

...Public Relations and Spanish. Upon graduating, I came to Austin and have lived in the area of almost 10 years. I am currently employed as a paraprofessional at a local middle school, I interact with a diverse population that posses a wide range of learning and behavioral abilities. I am known in my school for being highly creative with content while teaching with limited resources and garnering desired results. I work closely with students and...

...of understanding and building narratives. I believe that every person has a story to tell, and it is my privilege and responsibility to help others share their story with the world. I bring that same mindset as a teammate, creative partner, and instructor, looking into everyone to uncover their unique abilities and help bring them forth in positive, powerful ways. I am looking for people on a shared mission to help and heal, to unlock...

...San Antonio. I work with students who have severe and profound disabilities. I also have worked with students with learning disabilities. I graduated from Trinity University with a degree in Humanities. I then earned my Masters of Arts in Teaching, also from Trinity University. I am certified in Elementary Education, Special Education, and ESL. When I teach, I believe that it is essential for the student and the teacher to be comfortable with each other....

...mundane and simply encourage students to memorize answers rather than truly learn the subject. I challenge my students to think outside the box in order to unlock greater comprehension and, more importantly, better grades. I got my Bachelor of Arts in the David Letterman School of Communications at Ball State University where I got to produce full-length albums for local bands and make fun short films with my friends. I also minored in Spanish and...

...studies teacher at a public charter school. I have taught there for the past 2 years and love it! Some of my favorite moments teaching involve connecting scholars to the world around them through literature, writing, and a strong focus on global citizenship. Prior to becoming a teacher, I was a mental health crisis counselor for 15 years. I worked with children, families, adults, and in school settings. I also have experience as a gymnastics...

...years homeschooling. I am certified for Generalist 4-8, Special Education EC-12, and ESL Supplement. My Associate’s degree is in Liberal Arts from St. Philip’s College and my Bachelor’s degree is in General Studies from West Texas A&M University. My most recent position involved teaching 6th – 8th grade in a self-contained Adaptive Behavior classroom. I worked with students with behavioral and emotional disorders in a confined setting. I built relationships, through self-discipline and consistency, with...

...decades ago. :-D I have my Master's in Education and also have an endorsement to teach English as a Second Language, ESOL. I have been a classroom teacher in Elementary, & Middle school. I have also taught Spanish 101 in middle school, being a native speaker and having my Bachelors's in Spanish. While I teach many subjects, my passion is making sure everyone can read because once they can read they can read anything or...

...a peer tutoring organization at my school. As a result of this two-year project, I was named a 2006 Distinguished Finalist for the Prudential Spirit of Community Award. I attended an early college high school program (the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science) and volunteered in a local middle school, where I worked with struggling students one-on-one. I then transferred to Texas A&M University, where I earned a B.S. in Psychology (with a minor in...

...the in empowerment of others in their learning. I believe that all can learn if taught via an individualized and researched based approach. In addition, I am motivated by my own experience following over a decade of professional education work, a huge part involving students with various challenges to academic comprehension. I am Texas state board certified to teach Special Education, English as Second Language learners and all subjects especially for Elementary. I am also...

...my Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications with a focus on Advertising and Media Studies. Since graduation, I have received my alternative teacher certification from ITeachTexas. I have been teaching special education to elementary students in all grade levels. Being a special education teacher has allowed me to better understand how individuals learn and to teach in a manner that allows success. My background with exceptional learners and my passion to educate has allowed me...

...and working as High school teacher aide at Texas school for the Deaf. I believe that all students have the potential to be successful, along with the challenges. I have taught in a high school, middle school, elementary school and special needs (from 5 years old to adults). I love teaching and I love the opportunity to help students learn. I truly enjoy watching them succeed through every new problem they encounter. I would love...

...and recent graduate of Columbia University School of Social Work. I graduated from Texas A&M in 2016 with a bachelors degree in Special Education. After college, I was accepted into Teach for America, where I taught 4th grade reading and writing in inner city Houston. Between my Special Education degree and Teach for America, I have worked with kids from a wide range of ages and disabilities. I am certified to teach General Education (EC-6),...

I love to learn about different subjects and listen to people tell their stories. My work experience has taught me the value of customer service, teamwork, and cooperation toward a common goal. I am known to be patient with a big picture entrepreneurial mindset. I am passionate about history and real estate.

...II Honors Program with a degree in Plan II. While at UT, I did a creative thesis, which ultimately resulted in a cookbook/memoir about American women, (such as my grandmother) in the kitchen. I love to write, and love helping students write as creatively as possible within the parameters of their schoolwork. I’m committed to making learning as fun and enjoyable. Having been an occasionally reluctant learner, I believe that most people are happiest when...

...started substituting, I had no idea it would inspire a passion deep inside me. I have the great foundation of starting my career at a Fortune 500 company that was committed to high standards and continual learning. My favorite responsibility included teaching others how to be proactive and find value in their contribution. I want to continue to make an impact by inspiring growth and serving students creates that opportunity in many forms. Their creative...

...Environmental Science as well as a B.A. in Cultural Anthropology. In the future I hope to achieve my PhD in Ecology with a focus on indigenous populations living in tropical/temperate rain forests. I love to tutor math as well as any science courses because they have a large quantity of information that needs to be digested, but once you get that light bulb moment it's something you'll never forget. In my personal tutoring style I...

...I nurture their academic self-esteem and innate intellectual curiosity. I do this by focusing on what my students know before turning to what they do not know. I take the time to understand and mentor my student’s particular gifts, using their individual strengths to conquer their individual academic challenges and become confident, creative, lifetime learners. By encouraging questions and providing hands-on interactive lessons which consist of substantial modeling (“see one”), guided practice (“do one”), and...

...academic goals, gain confidence in themselves and learn to love school as much as I do! I have had the most experience teaching grades Kindergarten-2nd Grade. This past year I decided to stay home from teaching full-time, in order to stay home with my son. While I am thankful for this opportunity to spend time with my family, I want to continue to grow my passion for learning and teaching young minds!