Award-Winning Tutors in Jacksonville, FL for Students in Special Education Programs

...and letting them answer as best as they can, I am able to ascertain exactly how much they understand and have learned. I like using various manipulatives, such as board and computer games, in order to better develop the skills of motivated but struggling students. After American Sign Language (ASL) sessions, I also like to have hearing students practice ASL at home, using computer programs and websites like ASLpro.com. I will engage them in natural...

...reading and writing. All 17 years I have worked with students with disabilities. I work with students with learning disabilities, down syndrome, autism, communication disorders, behavioral issues and others. I have a degree in special education and my teaching licensure is an elementary education through sixth grade and kindergarten through 12th grade in special education. I also have an English as a second language endorsement and the reading endorsement in Florida. The last two years...

I have been a certified teacher in the State of Florida since 1979. I am now retired from the classroom and now enjoy tutoring either 1-1, or in groups no larger than 4. I use a lot of teacher-made and or store bought manipulatives to aid in student understanding of concepts being taught. I believe that learning can and should be fun.

...as Human Resources, customer services, retail and entrepreneurship. I am currently a certified teacher of secondary education (grades 5 - 12) Special Education. I've been teaching since 2013 and I am currently a part of the founding staff of Union Settlement Bridge Program @ Harlem Prep Charter located in East Harlem NY. I specialize in English, Earth Science, and Computer Science. Also, I am a certified Medical Office Administration Assistant, Billing and Coding Specialist and...

...knowledge and experience throughout my professional career to motivate any child to achieve their potential. I have been teaching and tutoring for sixteen years. After obtaining my Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University and my Master's Degree from the University of North Florida, I have firsthand knowledge of the benefits of a highly effective and qualified educator. My greatest strength is my skillfulness in determining a student's strength and utilizing their abilities to accomplish their...

I have always had a passion for teaching and learning. As a little girl, I knew that I would teach, but I had no idea how that would unfold. I'm an accomplished student, holding a Bachelor's degree from FAU with a concentration in Education services and Sociology. I am a teacher and tutor with experience teaching and tutoring students of all levels, grades, ages, languages and backgrounds from English Language Learners to Individuals with...

...I can help with reading comprehension, fluency, and spelling. I use symbol imagery for phonological and orthographic processing to help the student "picture" what they are reading and spelling. I have been helping children read for 7 years. I have also worked as a substitute teacher for Duval County Schools. I really enjoy tutoring elementary math, reading fluency, reading comprehension, spelling, and vocabulary. I believe reading is the foundation of success to all other academic...

...students in an after-school program. To broaden my knowledge I also received my Master's Degree in Education from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have been teaching for a long time because I enjoy working with students and trying to find ways of making learning more enjoyable and attainable for them. Because of my special education background, I have taught students of all abilities, from gifted to disabled, and those with emotional and behavioral issues....

...course of that semester, I traveled all over Europe and visited many different countries. Several years after graduation, I attended Queens University in Charlotte NC where I graduated with a Master of Arts in Teaching degree and a certification in Kindergarten through 6th grades. I have taught first, third and fourth grades full time, as well as having taught beginning French in elementary school. I love teaching French, as well as Math and Reading. Substitute...

Hello, I am a life-long teacher, and I am learning new things everyday. I have experience working with students of all ages, and have seen my students experience leaps in their proficiency. I am also certified to assist students who may learn differently, those who may have an IEP or a 504 plan. Regardless of your academic needs, I can help you achieve your goals.

...I taught, counseled, and mentored children with behavior disorders and learning disabilities for 38 years. I love teaching math and science. My greatest challenge is getting a student who doesn't like math and science interested in trying. I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures. The beach is one of my favorite places to listen to music, relax, and read a good book. I love cooking, baking, and spending quality time with my family and...

...of Social Work degree from Salem State University and went on to get my Master of Social Work degree from Florida State. My work experience includes ABA therapy and intensive in-home therapy. One aspect of both of these positions was working with children on their academic skills and school work. I am confident in my ability to connect with children with a variety of needs and skill levels, especially those on the autism spectrum or...

Hello! I am a certified teacher in Florida. I have served in many learning environments, including the traditional classroom and a tutoring center. These opportunities have allowed me to work with very small children, as well as college-aged young adults. I recognize every individual has a unique learning process. To enjoy positive learning experiences, it is important for me to understand how uniquely different each person is that I teach.

...to make sure students feel confident when doing their work. It is now my job in the role as teacher to make sure no child feels what I felt... alone. For me, becoming a tutor is much more than just a job. It is my mission to make sure at the end of each session my students feel they can do it. I want my students to understand being different and learning differently are not...

...math. Math can overwhelm students because many math problems can be solved in multiple ways. I would start by encouraging students to use their intuition to solve a problem, assisting them if needed. As they gain confidence, I would expose them to different and quicker methods for solving similar problems. After all, less time spent on homework equals more time for fun. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, photography, piano, exercise, and spending time...

...testing in AP US History, AP Psychology, and AP World History. I am trained in Linda Mood-Bell, Wilson, and Orton-Gillingham as well as being a certified Executive Functioning Coach and Learning Specialist. I also have extensive experience working with ACT and SAT prep in the classroom and via tutoring. My goal is to make sure every student I work with succeeds in gaining the tools they need to obtain the grades or scores they seek.

...clinic and in the school system. I have a unique perspective as I am also the mom of a child with autism and who spent 94 days in the NICU before coming home. I also was the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Director at a university for 8 and a half years in which I taught the following subjects: Introduction to Occupational Therapy, Human Development and Occupation, Psychiatric Disorders and Treatment, Group Dynamics, Therapeutic Media, Pediatric...

...to teach someone how to read or learn a new language, or jump into a new career, you truly help them position themselves for so many new opportunities. I completed my Master's Degree and Bachelor's Degrees in Special Education at the University of North Florida. I can tutor elementary math and any level of English Language Arts and reading. This includes students who are English Language Leaners (ELL) My philosophy of teaching includes working with...

All students can learn and have a destination; They will get there their own way and in their own time.