...I achieved a Level II certification in the Wilson Reading System, an intensive, phonics-based program of reading/spelling instruction. I own a complete set of the materials, which has been very useful for tutoring. The confidence a child gains by being able to "crack the code" of the English la... (read more)
...I worked in an alternative education school for 12 years in West Virginia and 5 years in Florida. These schools had multi-level student classrooms where we were teaching 6-12 graders in the same classroom. Several of the students were in Algebra 2 or Pre-Calculus and were part of the student population that were earning their High School Diploma. (read more)
...I have experience with and am comfortable working with all ages from elementary school to adult learners. I am passionate about math and making it understandable and enjoyable (or at least less painful)!My favorite part of being a classroom teacher was working with students one-on-one until they... (read more)
...When they were of school age, I went back to teaching at IRSC as an ESL instructor and have been there ever since- nearly 15 years. In addition, I’ve tutored various age levels; kids that need an educational boost as well as adults that want to become more proficient in English. Over the years, I have enthusiastically provided meaningful lessons and engaging activities. (read more)
...To me it was. I was 49 years old and am a recovering alcoholic. Since this time, I have continued with my education and will receive my Bachelor of Science in Business Management in November of this year. (read more)