...For the past two years, I have also been tutoring students in grades 1-6, focusing on elementary math and reading. I understand the foundational skills children need to build their confidence and competence, and I take pride in helping my students develop a solid understanding of core concepts. ... (read more)
...However, I believe that a solid supplemental, at-home routine where we work together helps fine-tune what is taught in school. Just a little effort each day is what kept my children ready for daily classroom lessons. My goal is to get a student to ask a question relating to 'what's next?' rather than 'what just happened?'
My professional background includes banking and software. (read more)
...I have worked with simple picture books with pre-primer, primer, and primary dolch words. I have taught children how to use sound chips while trying to spell phonetically. While working in a small group of children I have used simple readers to help the children build confidence in their ability. (read more)
...I have endorsements in language arts and social science. I double majored in college in Elementary Education and Psychology before going onto graduate school to get my Master's in Educational Administration. I love working with kids and have many resources at my fingertips. (read more)