...I have a doctorate in special education with an emphasis in learning disabilities (dyslexia) and social/emotional behavior. I received my doctorate from The University of Washington, ranked in the top ten in graduate schools of special education. In addition, I was a research professor, and a tenured professor for 27 year. (read more)
I am an educator who is passionate about teaching students how to read and to help struggling readers overcome their reading difficulties. I have an Elementary (K-6) Teaching Certificate and a Reading Endorsement from the state of Florida. I am also in the process of finishing up my Master's degree in Reading Education, with a focus in Dyslexia. (read more)
...I look forward to working with you! I have six years of tutoring experience. I am qualified to tutor in study skills because I have experience with tutoring students who have had difficulty studying for their exams and organizing their notes in order to prepare for their exams. (read more)
...I also have many years’ experience working with children. I am new to the tutoring world, but I feel if given the chance I could truly be a positive influence over a child's learning. I enjoy working with children and watching them succeed. (read more)
...For example, I have an English student who has trouble concentrating when he reads, but when I read the material to him, he has perfect recall, thus making homework and tests much easier and much less stressful for him. Some students just need help making a homework plan each week/day. Some need a person there to keep them on track and off the phone and the computer, etc. (read more)