...I believe that my educational and practical experience as both a teacher and an executive function/study skills coach provide the background that can be successfully utilized by families. Moreover, with my energy, self-confidence and punctuality, I am confident that I will be a valuable asset in... (read more)
...The lessons are interesting, fun and interactive using games, and activities. Each lesson focuses on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension and spelling skills. Each lesson begins with friendly chit chat in order to create a friendly, safe and comfortable learning environment for the student. (read more)
...I am certified in the Ortona-Gillingham's Wilson Reading System (designed for students with dyslexia), Fountas & Pinnell's Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) program (for reading intervention). I am a former Literacy and Mathematics Specialist (with a focus in special education) who has taught a... (read more)
...I have been teaching reading, writing, phonics, and English language skills for my entire career. I am familiar with many different writing programs and I'm able to give students strategies to improve. After meeting with a student, I assess his/her level and tailor a program that is appropriate for his/her level. (read more)
...I have experience with different strategies to regulate behavior and to redirect students to get back on task. I utilize flexible seating, frequent movement breaks to limit the amount of time seated. I use strategies such as chunking tasks and using focus cards to help students complete work. (read more)