...I am a college professor and my favorite part of the job is working 1 to 1 with my students! Before I started teaching, I was a swimming coach for several years. This is relevant because I bring my positive coaching spirit into our sessions. (read more)
...While this is a comprehensive reading program and not focused on phonics, I often use the model of having different forms of media and instruction to vary my teaching approach in reading as I center the student's material around their reading level. It helps greatly to have reading material that... (read more)
...I have 5+ years professional experience in mental health leading psychoeducational groups, therapeutic writing and art groups for adolescents and adults. Additionally, I am a certified yoga and meditation teacher actively teaching online; I enjoy incorporating mindfulness into everyday activitie... (read more)
...Everyone station I created whether it be a new theme in the literature corner was in English and Spanish. I felt very inspired by my students and even picked up some Spanish myself. I chose to return to college to finish my Bachelors degree. (read more)
...Working one on one with students, I work hard to make the lessons as fun and inviting as possible. In addition to teaching phonics, fluency and vocabulary to mastery, I am sure to include rich literature with selections that match the individual interests of each student with whom is work. I set high expectations of my students and celebrate all achievements, large and small. (read more)