
Massiel: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen until I was eighteen. I assisted middle schoolers and high schoolers, ages 11-18, on their core subjects: math, reading, social sciences, and physical sciences. I also assisted them in Spanish (all levels), AP classes, PSAT skills, and SAT...
Education & Certification
University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy

Rhea: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...throughout my high school years. I am very interested in education and I am working towards incorporating it in my major, but so far I have spent lots of time studying different education systems and teaching methods. I believe that every single student has a different way of learning and processing information, so it is important for them to develop their own studying habits and learning methods. That is why I want to be a...
Education & Certification
American University - Current Undergrad, International Relations, Business

Michaela: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
I hold a masters degree in early childhood education from UMBC.. I am a certified teacher in early childhood education and special education. I enjoy helping student improve in the areas of decoding, comprehension, phonics, mathematics, and writing. I have taught in some capacity grades Pre-K to 4th grade. I look forward to working with you child(ren) to help them feel more confident, succeed in their goals and get excited about learning!... In a first session,...
Education & Certification
Cabrini College - Bachelors, History
University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Masters, Early Childhood Education

Chelsea: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...ESL and all levels of Spanish Language. I enjoy working with all ages and have experience tutoring both elementary and high school levels of Spanish. With my degree in Communication Disorders and my training in Speech-Language Pathology I have experience evaluating and assisting with all levels of grammar and writing skills. I feel passionately about creating a positive learning experience for students by catering to their specific learning styles and strengths. One way I do...
Education & Certification
Syracuse University - Bachelors, Spanish/Communication Sci. & Disorders
St. John's University - Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology

Joe: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...the value of active listening and working with those from a wide variety of personal backgrounds and experience. Everybody learns differently, and my job is to communicate information and concepts to students in ways that are most effective for them. History, politics, business management, and marketing are all areas of study most enjoyable to me, and ones I use almost daily. I enjoy relating both theoretical and practical concepts to my students’ own lives so...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Maryanne: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...and working professionals in schools located in low-income areas. I moved to Phoenix upon graduation to teach elementary school in a public charter school. Since that time, I have taught fifth grade Math and History, middle school History, and second grade. In May 2013, I graduated from the Mary Lou Fulton College at ASU with a Master of Education in Elementary Education. I enjoy working with students on Math, Reading, and History. Every students learning...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, History

Katherine: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...therapist who's passionate about individualized education experiences! I graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Human Development and Psychological Services, and am currently working to complete a Master's in Professional Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis

Chelsea: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
I am a certified teacher with 13 years of experience as both a classroom teacher and school administrator. I tutor students to keep my teaching skills sharp! I have taught many grades including pre-kindergarten to high school. I love to work with students one-on-one to help them master skills and concepts. Currently I am seeking to tutor students in a variety of subjects.
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, History
Morgan State University - Master of Arts, U.S. History

Tanesha: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...Educator in Baltimore City and a firm believer in the life-changing abilities of education. My love of reading and writing encouraged me to pursue a BA from Arcadia University in English. After graduation, I immediately went into teaching and completed a Master of Science from Johns Hopkins School of Education during my first two years of teaching. I love to help students find tools and techniques that best meet their learning needs. It brightens my...
Education & Certification
Arcadia University - Bachelors, English
Johns Hopkins School of Education - Masters, Educational Studies (Concentration in Secondary English and Special Education)

Adam: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...and developmentally appropriate instruction and supports. It is therefore my teaching and tutoring style to appropriately create, differentiate, and modify content and/or lessons to make them accessible, engaging, and rigorous for students with a wide range of ability levels and/or disability classifications. I graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a Master of Arts in History, degree by thesis, and served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in History and Women’s Studies courses. From...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelors, History and English (BA) and Writing (Minor)
University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Arts, History

Ted: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...grade gifted education in Fairfax County Public Schools. I am also a Cross Country coach and summer school instructor with the Center for Talented Youth. Aside from having strong content knowledge in various subject areas, I believe I am motivating, encouraging, and supportive of my students. Whether you hope to raise your grade in class, pass a test, or learn a better way to take notes, my approach to tutoring is based on your unique...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/Classics
Radford University - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher

Curtis: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...have just under a decade of tutoring experience, mostly in private music lessons and essay writing. I gave trombone lessons in my home town of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and was fortunate enough to be second chair in the Grand Rapids Youth Symphony. While in college, I worked at our Learning and Writing Center where I helped students - tradition and non-traditional alike - improve their reading and writing skills. In my experience helping students improve...
Education & Certification
Elmhurst College - Bachelor in Arts, History, Philosophy, English Writing

Julia: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...with her on her math, reading and study skills. I also volunteered several hours per week in her classroom as a Teacher's Assistant. I provided her teacher with additional in-classroom support, graded papers and helped with in-class worksheets. Upon graduation, I moved 3,884 miles away from home to attend Oberlin College, where I majored in Biology and Neuroscience. In addition to completing the liberal arts curriculum and pre-med requirements, I worked for a number of different...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Neuroscience

Clare: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...test score to passing test score. Before my work as a teacher, I worked on a pilot program with bringing their program into a St. Louis City charter school. In this position, I worked with students from 5th to 8th grade who were reading and doing math at a 1st grade level and up in an intense specials rotation. I know how to work with students of all ages. The work I do with my...
Education & Certification
Elon University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Fontbonne University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

David: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...teach not just from the textbook; I want students to understand and comprehend what is being taught to them. I feel that when you teach a person and guide them to learn social skills they become more in becoming independent, successful, and ready for what is ahead in the real world. I have experience teaching in the Education field for about five to six years. I am a current special education teacher working with 6th...
Education & Certification
Virginia State University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Grand Canyon University - Master of Science, Special Education

Caitlin: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...Caitlin, and I'm an Education Major (BS Elementary Education) at Roanoke College on her way to receiving her Elementary and Special Education Licenses in the State of Virginia. I am a recipient of the Federal TEACH Grant and can't wait to get started after my graduation in December of 2021! I wish for all of my students to feel comfortable with their content, not be afraid to ask questions, and work hard to achieve their...
Education & Certification
Roanoke College - Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Christopher: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...Literature at the Catholic University of America. An English Major myself, I grew up with Dante, Shakespeare, Dickinson, and Faulkner. I'm pursuing a Master's degree at the University of Maryland in English Literature in an effort to achieve my dream of becoming an English Professor--no, the apple does not fall from the tree! Outside of academics, I enjoy travel. I have lived in multiple Asian countries, and tromped through a large portion of Western Europe....
Education & Certification
Catholic University of America - Bachelors, English Literature
University of Maryland-College Park - Masters, English

Caroline: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
As an educator, I strive to ensure that all of my students gain knowledge from my lessons. However, that is not always the outcome. Re-teaching and re-evaluating are essential skills an educator must possess. I strive to meet the needs of all students. As your child's tutor I will work to get to know your child and establish a connection with your children in order to meet success. ... In typical first session with a student,...
Education & Certification
Towson University - Bachelors, Elementary and Special Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University - Current Grad Student, Special education: exceptionalities

Marcia: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...and I have been in the teaching field for 18 years. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and have taught Elementary Grades 1st, 2nd, and 5th. I have my Master's Degree in Special Education and have many years of experience with working with this population. My certifications are in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, and Special Education. I currently teach at risk young adults in a non-public school. My philosophy is that all...
Education & Certification
Florida Memorial University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Nova Southeastern University - Masters, Varying Exceptionalities

Audrey: Washington DC Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Washington, DC
...created effective and informative games which covered materials from Latin 1 through AP Latin 4. For example, I made a children's book of the Aeneid, which helps students remember important events and dates through visuals and poetry. Since I've grown up in a family of ten, I've had the opportunity to teach Latin to my younger siblings, ages 10 and 12, doing things like calling our dog "canis" as a way of helping them learn....
Education & Certification
NOVA - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Private online tutoring for students with special needs in Washington DC
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