Experience Summary
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of Florida, Graduated April 2011. Six years private tutoring experience with children 1st through 8th grades. Assistant and substitute teacher for grades 2 through 4 for three years. Dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven professional with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of all children. Accommodating and versatile with the talent to develop inspiring hands-on lessons that will capture a child’s imagination and breed success. Aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning styles and abilities are addressed. Superior interpersonal and communication skills to foster meaningful relationships with students and parents. In addition, instruction of 1st grade religious education for three years. Developed lesson plans designed to meet the intellectual, social and spiritual needs of the students. Encouraged interactive learning through songs, games, prayers, visuals, and role-play. During assistant teacher and substitute position, graded all papers and tests, prepared students’ weekly folders, used creativity to provide visuals for students work in the hall and in the classroom generally using personal, innovative artwork. Worked with struggling students in literature and math circles to give them extra educational reinforcement. Responsible for walking students to and from all resource classes. Assisted children with social issues and assisted teachers by working independently with children struggling academically. Also Ministry Head for Children’s Liturgy of the Word for three years. Trained and guided Catechists and Assistants with children ages 4 through 6. Preparation of curriculum and lesson plans for children to learn in a fun environment by fostering a sense of curiosity and a deeper understanding of the history of religion. Designed curriculum through songs, games, prayers, visuals, and role-play for interactive learning. Run/Walk Club Assistant Leader for ages 4 through 14 for two years. Private tutor for children in math, reading, language arts, handwriting, science and history contributing to student success by one letter grade improvement. Successfully wrote and published two children’s books: “Mr. Foogle and the Rainbow Surprise” and “Squibbley Mark”. Currently working on third book: “Grumpy Bump”.
Teaching Style
I understand that your child has a unique learning style, along with individualized interests and experiences. My goal is to truly know your child well and use this knowledge to guide, support, and motivate him or her. I value parent involvement at every level and encourage you to partner with me to give your child the most powerful and joyous learning experience possible.
My Hobbies
Teaching, Reading, Writing, Drawing.
Other Comments
My service offers your child a solution to academic progress, success, and confidence in any core subject area. The subject areas I tutor in are: math, reading, reading comprehension, language arts, English, spelling, writing, handwriting, computer skills, social studies and science. My services are for children struggling in these areas from 1st through 6th grades. I also teach adults who need assistance with any Microsoft Office programs. My mission is to develop the potential of your child with academic success and increase their self-esteem in the core subject area(s) needed. With one-on-one personal tutoring, I trust your child will achieve academic excellence and build self confidence.