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Amy D.

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Expert help in Psychology, studying, organization & writing!

Pooler, GA 31322

Female ( Age 47 )

Member since:12/2013

Rates from $50 to $65

I can perfom tutoring:

  • On-line
  • In-home
  • Group

Will travel up to 10 miles

Additional Policies:

-All sessions are a one hour minimum unless session is done online. Any work done online is strictly billed for the time used. -Cancellations or time changes must be made 36 hrs in advance to avoid a cancellation fee. (To allow me time to schedule another client) Cancellation fees will be billed for the amount of time originally scheduled. -If tutor cancels due to inclement weather there will be no cancellation fee for the session. -$65 hourly rate applies to travel over 10 miles away. Maximum travel distance is 15 miles one way.

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About Me

Experience Summary

I have extensive experience in all areas of psychology and am a practicing School Psychologist. I have expertise in special education, special needs (Autism, ADHD, behavioral issues, Asperger's, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, etc. I also have expertise in teaching organization skills, study skills and test preparation. In addition, I had great success in both my undergraduate and graduate education and I help college students excel through assisting with paper editing, organizing and developing projects, proofreading, test prep and anything psychology related.

Teaching Style

My style is positive and strengths based. My goal is to bring the best of out the people I am working for to help them find success and meet their potential. I am extremely patient, understanding, and meet my clients were they are at. I provide lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement. I have lots of different techniques I am trained in using depending on an individuals unique needs.

My Hobbies

Very actively involved in animal rescue and animal rights advocacy.

Other Comments

Is your child struggling in school due to a disability, lack of motivation, lack of study or organization skills? I can help! I can also help kids with test prep and writing projects. Or are you a college student who is overwhelmed? I can help you assisting you in organizing papers or projects, proofreading and making corrections to papers before you hand them in, assist with test prep and studying or help you in anything psychology related! My goal is to help my clients find the utmost success and meet their potential! High grades were always important to me and it is also important to me to help others with that now. I would love to hear from you!

Credentials

Type Level Year Title Issued By
Degree Masters 2009 School Psychology University of Southern Maine
Certification Permanent 2009 School Psychologist NY Department of Education
Degree Bachelors 2007 Psychology University of Southern Maine
Certification Permanent 2011 School Psychologist GA Board of Education

Subject Commentary

ADD/ADHD Proficiency: Expert
As a School Psychologist, this is one of my areas of expertise. At my day job I work with kids with ADHD daily.
Composition Proficiency: Expert
I have very strong writing skills that I use daily to compose extensive, scientific reports.
Grammar Proficiency: Expert
Grammar and writing were very important during my college education and I wrote many reports where grammar was important. This is also critical for me as a professional as I write reports daily.
GRE Proficiency: Experienced
I scored extremely high on my GRE and can help you with studying and test strategies.
Homework Help Proficiency: Expert
I have expertise in assisting in helping individuals become more organized, develop strategies on how to approach and complete homework in a most efficient way, and can help with studying and test prep.
Praxis Exam Proficiency: Experienced
I scored extremely high on my Praxis exam and can help you with studying, test prep, and testing strategies.
Psychology This is one of my top subjects! Proficiency: Expert
I am a practicing Psychologist who works with children with special needs.
Resume Writing Proficiency: Experienced
I have held several important positions including my current job as a psychologist and several board of directors positions. These types of jobs required very strong resumes. I can help you organize yours to make it as strong as possible to win you that dream job!!
Sociology Proficiency: Experienced
As a psychologist I also have studied sociology extensively.
Special Education This is one of my top subjects! Proficiency: Expert
As a School Psychologist I am well versed in special education and special education needs. I have expertise in all areas of special education, including special education law.
Spelling Proficiency: Expert
Spelling and writing were very important during my college education and I wrote many reports where spelling was important. This is also critical for me as a professional as I write reports daily.
Study Skills Proficiency: Expert
This is one of my biggest strengths. I earned nearly a 4.0 in both undergraduate and graduate school as a result of my strong study skills. I enjoy teaching people of all ages how to find the most success through their study skills.
Test Preparation Proficiency: Expert
Test preparation is something I mastered during college and is something I help kids with regularly. I am able to help people earn higher grades on tests.
Testing Skills Proficiency: Expert
Testing is a critical part of my daily job. I can offer help in improving testing skills to increase grades and success on tests.
Testing Strategies Proficiency: Expert
Teaching testing strategies is a critical part of my day job. I assist in learning how to approach, prepare for, and take tests in a way that will earn high grades.
Writing This is one of my top subjects! Proficiency: Expert
Writing was very important during my college education and I wrote many reports where my writing earned my constant A's. This is also critical for me as a professional as I write reports daily. My writing skills are extremely strong.
Writing Skills Proficiency: Expert
As a psychologist I write extensive psychological reports daily. My writing skills are extremely strong. These skills earned me very high grades throughout college. I can help with writing organization, proofreading, and corrections. I can also help individuals organize a paper before writing it as often times people don't know how to start organizing information to write a solid paper.

All Subjects I Tutor

  • ADD/ADHD
  • Composition
  • Elementary Grammar
  • Elementary Study Skills
  • Elementary Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • GRE
  • Homework Help
  • Praxis Exam
  • Psychology
  • Resume Writing
  • Sociology
  • Special Education
  • Spelling
  • Study Skills
  • Test Preparation
  • Testing Skills
  • Testing Strategies
  • Writing
  • Writing Skills