...When working with students with reading disabilities, I typically build a strong foundation in phonics using a multi-sensory approach first. Then, I will help students to expand their comprehension skills through reading, questions, and dialogue. However, every student is different. (read more)
...I am experienced with state standards and the Common Core. I have taught elem Ed for 15 years with a heavy emphasis on phonics and phonemic awareness. I also have 12 credits toward a Reading Specialist certification. (read more)
...I have spent my college career in many different schools with numerous types of learning needs. I enjoy making a difference in every child's life by helping them with their homework, and with learning new things such as math and reading. I spend much of my free time reading, and I have learned the importance teaching children how to read. (read more)
...I feel a great way to accomplish this goal is to share my love of learning in order to encourage them to be life-long learners. I have worked with children for the past twenty years. I worked at a daycare for two summers organizing and implementing fun and educational activities for six to ten year olds and was an assistant catechism instructor for one year at a local church. (read more)
...I have my B.S. in Ecology with two minors in Biology and Spanish. It was my role as an environmental educator teaching sixth grade students about freshwater ecology that made me realize that as wonderful as science is, my real passion lies in teaching! I currently work as an educator at a science center while I pursue my masters and certification in elementary education. (read more)