Award-Winning Tutors in Syracuse, NY for Students in Special Education Programs

...recent graduate of SUNY Oswego with majors in English and Creative Writing, I have studied various novels for all age ranges and believe some wisdom can be gained from most stories, if you dig deep enough. I recently worked at a sleepaway summer camp where I discovered my joy for working with youth, especially those managing the tough transition from middle school to high school. My approach is patient and attentive, and I prefer to...

...through the Arts and a Masters Degree in Elementary Education. In addition, she holds Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Arts for Children with a Dance Emphasis. Linda holds 2 permanent New York Certifications: Elementary Education (Nursery - 6th) and Dance Education (K-12). At SUNY Brockport, Linda studied with Garth Fagan, director of the Bucket dance company and choreographer of the Broadway Musical Lion King. She has studied extensively in the following techniques: Cunningham, Horton,...

Passionate about growing curiosity and promoting academic growth. I bring enthusiasm and experience to my online tutoring sessions with a commitment to personalized learning. I am currently a 3rd grade teacher with experience in teaching ELA and Math in grades 1-6. I have a degree in childhood education and special education.

...Special Education. I am a flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple concurrent projects. I am an exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing. I am a computer-literate performer with excellent software proficiency. I am highly organized, dedicated, and committed to professionalism. I am enthusiastic, knowledge-seeking learner, eager to meet challenges and assimilate new concepts. In my previous tutoring experiences, I have...

...discovered that I wanted to impact lives more personally and so decided to follow another life-long passion of mine - teaching math. I earned my NJ teacher's license in Mathematics and stepped into the high school classroom for nearly a decade specializing in Geometry, special education and test prep. I then ran a math-only learning center which allowed me to not only work with students but also focus on coaching Instructors in best teaching practices...

...your child's learning style. I have experience using these techniques and have a strong educational background that emphasized this model for learning. My specialty includes using phonics and site-word recognition teaching techniques for a child who is struggling with reading competencies. Such instruction incorporates focus on the acquisition of reading comprehension, spelling, writing, speaking, listening and study skills, as well. I am an avid reader and very much appreciate the importance of helping a child...

...Science degree in Chemical Engineering. I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of available disciplines. I enjoy tutoring because I find it to be an...

...the notion that half of the battle of gaining an education is knowing how to learn. Not everyone is able to study the same way so once you know what works best for you and use those skills, you can learn anything! Albert Einstein expressed this idea best when he said, "Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing...

Behind ever dedicated teacher is a dedicated student. I am a life-long learner. Life-long learning is absolutely necessary in order to keep up with the ever changing society we live in. It is my personal mission to take advantage of trainings and learning the latest teaching techniques, ideas, laws, polices and procedures to stay current in my profession in order to help my students learn to the fullest. ... Behind every dedicated teacher is a dedicated...

...and Family Themes with a minor in Psychology. Since then, I have taught in a variety of educational settings. Currently, I homeschool my three children, ages 9 through 14. I also tutor English as a second language students through and online platform. On occasion, I substitute teach in the local public and private schools. I have taught nature immersion students to identify and ethically harvest wild medicinal plants and craft safe medicinal preparations. Students take...

...After two years as an AmeriCorps teacher and one year bicycling cross-country to raise money for the school I had just left, I received an M.Ed. in High School English Education and licensure in grades 5-12 from Lesley University. During my 6 years as a classroom teacher, I have taught students in grades 5-10 in Massachusetts and in Antigua, Guatemala. I have 3 years of experience working as a general education reading and writing teacher...

Students learn differently, process differently, and give it back to us differently. As educators we must learn to differentiate, accept learning differences, and assess differently. I have many years of life experience teaching kids and helping them to reach their potential. I love to find new ways to teach and new strategies for learning and look forward to working with you. ... With reading comprehension, I like to break things down. First, I start with vocabulary...

...from Syracuse University. After graduation, I began teaching full time as a Special Education Teacher at the high school level, co-teaching a variety of subjects, while also attending classes on a full time basis to complete my Master of Science degree in Inclusive Special Education: Multiple/Severe Disabilities at Syracuse University. After completing my Masters degree, I switched gears and moved to teaching at the elementary level, working as a full time co-teacher in 2nd, 4th,...

...I am dedicated to helping individuals capitalize on their strengths and figure out how to best navigate the system structures to maximize learning and possibilities for their future. I was a very non-traditional student my entire life and have learned different ways to work around that to navigate the system to get where I want to. I like to use creativity, problem solving, and knowledge of the educational system to support others. I enjoy working...

...style differs depending on the student I am teaching, the age group they are in and the subject I am teaching. I believe that each person is different and so their learning styles are all different as well. I try to adapt to each of my students. As a baseline, I use a style called the 3 D's. Dictate, Discuss and then Delegate. The directing style promotes learning through listening and following directions. The discussing...

...in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized...

...but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real, concrete skills...

...After graduating, I went to Michigan Technological University and did some graduate work, before moving to Texas to be closer to my parents. I did my alternative certification program through Texas Teachers and am highly qualified to teach Science for grades 7-12. I have been a teacher in public and charter schools for the last four years, and have tutoring experience extending over ten years behind me as well. I am most passionate about teaching...

...years ago all the way from New York city and fell in love with the community and landscape of the Pacific Northwest. I worked as a peer tutor in high school and college, and have tutored English, Math, Reading, Writing, Attic Greek, Latin, and Humanities. I also spent five years as a Hebrew School teacher where I worked with elementary age children teaching basic Hebrew and Jewish studies. I'm passionate about tutoring because I believe...

...inner city classroom. I was able to work with twenty-six wonderful first grade students. In this position I helped children with Special Needs achieve their goals for the academic year. I also volunteered in an afterschool enrichment program for inner city students. In this program I helped fourth and fifth graders with their homework. I also was able to set up many fun group building activities. I love giving back to the community. I have...