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Olivia

Bachelors, History, Russian Language, Russian Area Studies
St. Olaf College, Vanderbilt University

About Me

Working with children for over ten years, I have found a passion for helping students overcome adversities by excelling academically and building behavioral skills to succeed. I love the puzzle of addressing my students' areas of need by monitoring progress, individualizing instruction, and using their natural strengths to specifically tailor their instruction. I also enjoy empowering students and their parents by utilizing their mutual goals and values as a part of our lessons. Following earning my Masters of Education at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College, I have worked as a certified Special Education teacher for students with learning and behavioral disabilities in 4th-8th grade. I have worked with children in a variety of settings from babysitting and nannying to tutoring in math, reading, and other content areas, and I enjoy working with all ages. It is essential to me to have a professional yet compassionate, positive relationship with my students to truly access their academic potential. I focus on structured behavior management, positive reinforcement and goal making. It is my priority to provide highest caliber of services to match my students' and parents' goals.

Education & Certifications

St. Olaf College
Bachelors, History, Russian Language, Russian Area Studies
Vanderbilt University
Masters, Special Education-High Incidence Disabilities

Q&A with Olivia

Students must be provided with the level of intensive instruction that they need to improve. Teachers must be able to adapt to the needs of their students, using evidence-based practices and the students' strengths to help support areas of need. Some children need more support than others to be able to access the same opportunities, and my goal is to provide the best support possible to these children.

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