...I'm Lisa, and I'm so excited to help you learn to love math and reading! I'm a former high school special education teacher with 10+ years of experience helping students with all levels of abilities build their skills in foundational and grade-level math and English. I've also supported students in their history and science classes. (read more)
...I am also trained in various standardized assessments used during IEP evaluations. I am a MA licensed literacy specialist, in All Levels. I am trained in the writing program, Self-Regulated Strategy Development and have taught writing interventions in my role as a literacy specialist. (read more)
...Most of my students are on the spectrum, have behavioral challenges or need a specially designed curriculum to meet their individual needs. I have experience in all these areas of teaching. I am a licensed Reading specialist with 40 years experience working with dyslexic children and children with many other language based learning disorders. (read more)
...Upon graduation teaching positions were very difficult to secure so I pursued opportunities in the financial field. I was fortunate to become the Assistant Controller at a not-for-profit education foundation. After relocating to Connecticut, I chose to stay home for a few years with my young children. (read more)
I have been a special education teacher for 20 years as well as a tutor. I have taught at the elementary level and I have tutored up through middle school. I have worked with students with all types of disabilities including those with autism and with language disabilities. (read more)