I have spent my entire life with the love of learning and I look forward to passing that onto others. I received my undergrad degree at Ashland University in Family and Consumer Science Education. I taught for four years at the number one top public high school in Ohio - Wyoming High School. During that time, I completed my graduate work in School Counseling at Xavier University. I have worked for previous tutoring companies for math and language arts and have also taught ACT test prep courses. I currently work as a middle school counselor. Between my background in education and counseling, I am able to get to know a student and teach them in a way that suits their learning style and allows them to reach their full potential. I look forward to working with you!

I am a graduate of Ashford University, where I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I also hold a Master's degree in Special Education. With over 10 years of experience in the field, I have worked extensively with students who have special needs, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, speech and language delays, behavioral challenges, and learning disabilities. I've served in roles such as lead special education teacher in self-contained classrooms and as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), where I supported students both academically and behaviorally. My passion for helping students, especially those with unique learning needs, comes from a deep conviction that every child has a purpose and can succeed when given the right tools, environment, and encouragement. I've witnessed firsthand how individualized instruction, patience, and genuine belief in a student's potential can bring about powerful breakthroughs. I specialize in tutoring Reading, Writing, foundational math, and functional academic skills. I also provide support with executive functioning, social-emotional learning, and behavior strategies. My favorite subject to tutor is reading because literacy opens the door to independence, communication, and lifelong learning. Helping nonverbal or struggling readers gain confidence and comprehension is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. My teaching philosophy is rooted in empathy, structure, and empowerment. I tailor each session to the student's IEP goals, learning style, and sensory needs, incorporating visual aids, hands-on activities, and positive reinforcement strategies. I believe in meeting students where they are and celebrating every step of progress, no matter how small. Outside of tutoring, I am a mother to a teenage son, a published author, and a mentor to women pursuing their purpose in life. My background in both education and coaching allows me to bring a nurturing, encouraging, and faith-rooted perspective to everything I do. Working with students with special needs isn't just a job, it's my calling. I'm committed to helping them thrive not only academically, but in confidence, communication, and life skills.

Hello! My name is Kouri and I love words! And I'd love to help you with anything involving words. Reading, Writing, Grammar, and anything within the English Language Arts is my forte. I am an enthusiastic, dedicated educator who has a passion for literature, composition, empowerment, and life-long learning. As a tutor, I prioritize tutor-student relationships in order to relate material uniquely, differentiate accordingly, and cultivate intrinsic motivation for each student, respectively. I am able to vary instructional styles to meet different learning- style needs. At my core, I am an unashamed believer in the power of a teacher who cares.I am one semester of full-time student teaching away from graduating from Ashland University as an Integrated Language Arts and English Double Major, with a minor in Online Instruction. I am eager to get into my dream classroom, so until them I am excited to work with students through Varsity Tutors!

The first thing you should know about me is that I sincerely believe all students can do great things and are capable of learning. I've worked with many students who were told they would never get an A, or never graduate, or never pass a test. With my help, they were able to achieve all of these things and more! The second thing you should know about me is that I am a hard worker. When I work with students, I am driven and dedicated to their success. We will work hard together to ensure achievement. The third thing you should know about me is that I love to have fun! Learning should not be scary, intimidating, or overwhelming. In my sessions, we will find exciting and interesting ways to practice content and complete tasks. I look forward to the opportunity to work closely with students who need extra support and guidance in reading, writing, essay editing, grammar, literature, phonics, and study skills.

I am a graduate of Ashland University. I specialize in academic writing, Latin, and AP/ACT Prep! I am a very upbeat, positive person. I love learning and helping others reach their academic goals!

I am a graduate of Ashland College where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education. Later, I graduated with a Master's degree from Marygrove College in the art of teaching. During my 35 year career, I have taught seventh and eighth graders, kindergarten, fifth graders, and second graders. I began to tutor online five years ago, and have thoroughly enjoyed working with students individually or in small groups. I am able to instruct on a more personal level working this way. My favorite subjects are English, Reading, Math, and History. I strive to help students do their best while making learning fun. I am very excited to teach your child. I hope to see you in class!

I'm a certified teacher with an M.Ed in Literacy Development who has had great success in helping students to improve their ability in reading, writing, and comprehension over my four years of experience in education.

I am able to help students of all ages in Language Arts (Reading/Writing) and Social Studies/History. I am a retired Middle School teacher with 35 years of public school experience. I have a BA in Sociology with certification in Elementary Education (1-8), Reading Endorsement (PreK-12), and a Masters in Education (Curriculum and Classroom Management). I am a motivated teacher for the Learning Disabled, providing comprehensive instruction to students in a supportive environment. Adept at working within students' limitations, I help students set and achieve attainable goals. I have many years of experience in teaching students with physical, emotional, and neurological issues. I enjoy working with students on helping them show their best efforts and to achieve success in their academic endeavors. Here is a list of some of my teaching skills: *Prepared appropriate classroom activities designed to enhance socialization skills. *Developed lesson plans designed to address the individual needs of each student. *Provided positive reinforcement to students and acknowledged achievements. *Worked with parents to develop a better understanding of student needs. *Performed individual learning assessments and set goals for students. *Selected appropriate educational materials for each student. *Provided feedback to students and parents.

Education is the only way for people to move forward in any area of life. Education is a universal commodity that causes us to transform our lives into something useful. It is the highway to new discoveries and sets the foundation for new paths. Being inspired by my teachers, I decided to devote my life to teaching and developing new techniques of teaching and learning that's helpful for others in our diverse world. As a high school student, I decided to go into the health occupations vocational program because I wanted to help others. As a college student, I decided to become a teacher because it suited my passion, mission (to help others) and matched well with my personality. Through my efforts I wanted lives to be enriched, and sometimes totally chanced because of our encounters. As an educator I have seen so many lives enhanced through education, individual accountability, and firm concern. As an administrator I have seen many adults and students lives enriched because I merely cared and would not give up on them. As a tutor I will do my very best to continue helping others by utilizing teaching strategies learned in the past 11 years.

I received my bachelors from Western Carolina University (2006) in the area of Special Education and my Masters in Education from Ashland University (2013). I started my career as a Classroom Behavior Therapist where I gained extensive knowledge in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and instructing students with Autism. After leaving the clinical setting I was a Primary Autism Teacher for grades 1st -3rd. I loved getting to take the skills I gained as a Behavior Therapist and transfer them into the classroom setting and watch my students grow. These skills prepared me for my forever career as an Early Childhood Intervention Specialist working with children ages 3-6. Pre-Kindergarten is my home and I enjoy every moment of helping my students grown and learn in a fun, play based setting. My student make up is a half typically developing peer and half students with disabilities. I am trained in Fundations, undergoing training in, Early Childhood LETRS, a program that builds fundamentals of reading instruction and have trained in Heggerty, a phonemic awareness curriculum and have seen enormous growth with child using these resources. Mathematics is an area that myself struggled with as a child and now I love teaching it! I believe that every child is able to succeed at their ability. Outside of work I enjoy traveling, gardening, and reading.

I am a graduate of Ashland University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a minor in Biology. Since graduation, I have raised four children, taught in grades kindergarten to third grade for 19 years in a rural school. Currently I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching ESL to students. In my experience helping students that struggle and students that need enrichment seem to be the most fun and rewarding. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be necessary for success in life. I try to share this love of learning with my students in hopes that they become life long learners. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and baking.

I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences through Ashland University in 2008 and my Master of Science degree in Cellular and Molecular Sciences through Cleveland State University in 2011.I am currently in Research and Development in the pharmaceutical industry, although my part-time passion remains in tutoring! I understand that no two students learn and comprehend the same way, which makes me an excellent tutor. I strive to learn about the student I am working with to better understand what he/she needs to achieve his/her goals in the program. I take time to explain complex topics and will not move forward until I know my student fully understands these concepts through learning and examples. I have a passion for learning and enjoy passing information on to others. I have helped students (all grade levels) in subjects such as English, Math, and Science since 2011.In my free time, I enjoy hiking outdoors, boating, jet skiing, traveling, dancing (I love Zumba!), and exercise. I love spending quality time with my family and friends, and I strive to learn something new every day!