...I am able to redirect off task behaviors by engaging my students in meaningful learning activities. As a special education teacher working with students with ASD, I utilize a variety of strategies such as visuals, modeling, and verbal prompting to engage my students. By breaking down information into smaller chunks, I scaffold my instruction according to the individual student’s needs. (read more)
...I’m also fully certified in the Wilson reading method which has a spelling component to it. I feel confident that my education and previous experience can help your child improve his spelling in an interesting and fun way. I took the Wilson course which teaches students spelling and writing skills in a multi-sensory method. (read more)
...I use an extension of the same program called Wilson, Just Words to teach word decoding by phonemes (sounds), graphemes (2-3 letter sounds), and morphemes (chunks of words with meaning). I have experience proofreading essays, resumes and coursework. I enjoy finding grammatical errors and helpin... (read more)
I have been an educator for the past 23 years, and have lived every day of it. I have experience in grades K-4 and have been trained in many of the latest teaching strategies. I recently won the NJ Exemplary Elementary Educator award, which is given to only 5 teachers in Monmouth County. (read more)