...Although students today have the luxury of spell check, that does not mean spelling correctly is irrelevant or out of date. There is still value in honing spelling skills. Some people seem to learn correct spelling by osmosis: see the word and forever know how to spell it. (read more)
...I have used the LIPS program with success in the classroom. I pride myself on offering creative, engaging multi-sensory lessons in order to help all readers progress.I hold a masters degree from Lesley University in Elementary Education with a dual certification in elementary and special education. I have worked as a special educator for the past 5 years in the public schools. (read more)
7 Subjects: includingReading,Dyslexia,Elementary (K-6th),Elementary Math
...I have also run writing workshops and worked with students to help them develop an understanding of each step of the writing process. I can work with students on brainstorming, note-taking, researching, organizing and structuring information, drafting, revising, and editing. I have experience working with students at the sentence, paragraph, and essay levels of writing. (read more)
I am currently as Special Education Teacher for 3rd and 4th graders in Sudbury, MA. I have previously worked in the Belmont and Brookline public schools. I have also worked as a 4th grade classroom teacher. (read more)