...My name is Valerie and I'm an elementary education tutor specializing in reading. I graduated with my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Spanish. After teaching middle school students in small group reading instruction, ranging from ages 10-14, I began my graduate stud... (read more)
...I have taught all subject areas with a continuing concentration on Literacy acquisition, refinement, and mastery. I have also had the opportunity to work with other educators as a mentor and as a speaker in workshops provided to other educators presenting best practices and data-driven approache... (read more)
I am a highly motivated teacher with 19 years of experience teaching 4th grade, 5th grade gifted students, and middle school English Language Arts. I have my Masters in reading instruction from St. Ambrose University as well as my plus 30 hours in reading instruction and various mental health courses for adolescents. (read more)
As an educator for 20 years, I have developed a passion for helping children learn how to read. My philosophy as an educator is focused on the belief that all children can learn to read. Children learn best when they feel comfortable and encouraged. (read more)
...My editors often complimented me for writing clean copy, so I guess my grammar skills passed the test! I have a degree in education with an emphasis in English. I've worked as a teacher for ten years and as a writer for ten years. (read more)