Kimm
Certified Tutor
Worried your child is falling behind in readingor just not excited about it anymore? Want to boost their confidence and help them thrive?
Hi, I'm Mrs. Gourdine, a Reading Specialist with 26 years of experience helping K5 students build confidence and skills that last a lifetime. I make reading fun, engaging, and tailored to your child's unique learning stylewhether they're struggling to keep up or just need an extra push to reach their potential.
With proven strategies, encouragement, and lots of patience, I help students unlock the power of literacy. I also enjoy supporting K3 learners in math, giving them a refreshing break while still building core skills.
I believe in the power of partnership between tutor, student, and familyand I'm here to make learning a positive, empowering experience for your child. Let's make this a fun, memorable, and impactful journeyLet's help them thrive and fall in love with learning again!
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Undergraduate Degree: Hampton University - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education
Graduate Degree: Fairleigh Dickinson University-College at Florham - Master of Arts Teaching, Reading Teacher Education
Graduate Degree: Kean University - Master of Arts Teaching, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
When I’m not teaching, I’m a proud mom to three amazing daughters—and yes, I’m a full-on cheer mom too! I love listening to books with friends—Book Talks are the best, especially with good food and great company. Rom-coms are my favorite, and I’m always hooked on a great series. Cooking with my girls is one of my favorite ways to spend time together. For a little me-time, I dive into games like Cooking Diary and Project Makeover. My ultimate favorite hobby? Adult coloring—you should see my collection! And when it’s time for an adventure, nothing beats a road trip fueled by my favorite Beyoncé jams and a great sing-along!
- 6th Grade AP Language Composition
- Academic Coaching
- Admissions
- Adult Literacy
- College Application Essays
- College English
- Creative Writing
- Elementary Reading and Phonics Class
- Elementary School
- Elementary School English
- Elementary School Math
- Elementary School Reading
- Elementary School Writing
- English
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Essay Editing
- Expository Writing
- High School English
- High School Writing
- Kindergarten Readiness
- Late Elementary Reading Comprehension
- Learning Differences
- Math
- Middle School English
- Middle School Reading
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Middle School Writing
- Orton Gillingham Reading
- Other
- PARCC Prep
- Phonics
- Pre-Reading Super Skills Class
- Reading
- Reading Comprehension Class
- Reading Fundamentals: Phonics and Decoding
- Reading Intervention
- Robust Reading Class
- Short Story Fairytales
- Spelling, Grammar, and Writing Skills Class
- Study Skills
- Study Skills and Organization
- Test Prep
- Wilson Reading
- Writing