...I utilize data to inform my instruction. I am certified with Department of Defense Schools, and have taught classes primarily consisting of students with Autism for several years, both mild to moderate and moderate to severe. I have experience with teaching reading to students with dyslexia, (inability to read), in many settings. (read more)
...Choosing the best teaching method greatly depends on the specific goals of the lesson, the subject matter and the student's learning styles. I have taught different students from ages 5-48. Classroom setting 5-7 ages of students, 1 on 1 tutoring 7-48 ages of students. (read more)
...All of my students made enough gains to advance on grade level! My expertise includes teaching foundational phonics, phonemic awareness, comprehension, vocabulary and fluency. I am also extremely skilled at building self-efficacy in my students and using whole brain strategies to fit the literacy needs of multiple ability ranges and learning styles. (read more)