Award-Winning Special Education Tutors in Thornton, CO

...as possible. When presenting new information, I aim to engage the student first with something interesting, briefly present the ideas of the lesson, do a few quick practice exercises, then finish with a longer activity that incorporates the target point in a comprehensive way. I am particularly passionate about language and how we use it to express everything from our basic needs to abstract philosophies. Language, like math, has a formula, and that formula has...

...Mesa College, and I am currently enrolled in a certification course in Grant Writing at SDSU. I've studied literature from the United States, Europe, Africa, and Asia and I spent two semesters studying Children's Literature. My tutoring style is fun and effective. I'll offer alternative ways to look at your assignment that will make the material more interesting and memorable. I have a lot of patience, and I know that not everyone learns the same...

...I am a certified teacher for English 6-12, and have spent two years teaching how to craft a strong, persuasive essay! Anything to do with essay construction, literary analysis, argumentation, or creative writing I can do! Additionally, I also provide a teacher's perspective and can coach you through how to meet assignment expectations. As a teacher I also spent a considerable amount of time teaching test taking strategies, and many of my former students did...

...each week. They focus on specific leadership traits and how the students can apply them to make positive changes: in school and in life. This is my attempt to go beyond the everyday curriculum and try to inspire students to follow their dreams. Aside from the world of education and helping young people achieve their goals, I like to stay active and creative. I have a serious interest in music, literature, movies, writing, and enjoying...

...and truly believe in the transformative power of education and exploring the understood borders of oneself. When it comes to teaching, the student comes first, period. I work very hard to make sure that any student interaction is a positive one, and that students walk away from interactions with me feeling inspired, hopeful and supported as they are working towards their goals. I also believe strongly in empowering a student towards independent learning and helping...

...in 4th-8th grade at the Avalon English Institute. When I returned, I moved myself to CO and became a homeschool teacher for ages 8, 10 and 12. I taught my students in a one-on-one environment in the subjects of Math, Writing, Social Studies, Foundations of Learning, and Reading, including introduction to Phonics, Fluency and Comprehension skills. In addition to tutoring, I am also an enrichment teacher for an after-school program, Challenge Island, where I lead...

...how important it is to do something that you love. I recently moved to Colorado in order to continue my education. I will be pursing a graduate degree in Creative Writing beginning this summer. I am very passionate about writing and I want students to share in that passion. Through writing I have learned to be a more empathetic and compassionate person. Outside of school I also enjoy yoga and playing video games like Super...

...Bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh in Psychology. I have worked with kids since I was 18, both as a camp counselor and a tutor. After graduating from Pitt, I spent two years working at a Charter School in Newark, NJ. Each day, I would tutor 6-8th graders in both Math and English. I have tutored everything from basic math skills to Algebra and Geometry. In terms of English, I have tutored basic literacy...

I have been a private French tutor while I was in college and after graduation. I am a great tutor because I am passionate about helping kids learn and grow. After several years in the business world I have been pursuing my master's degree in school counseling. I believe my passion for education enhances my ability to tutor.

...a B.A. in History/Political Science, and received my teaching certification in Secondary Social Studies Curriculum and Education from the University of Colorado, Boulder. I have been a middle and high school classroom teacher for 11 years, teaching Social Studies and English. I have 6 years of experience teaching Reading Intervention to students that were 2 to 8 years below grade level. These students averaged nearly 3 years of growth per year in my classroom. The...