Jessica H.
- Portland, OR 97229 ( 22.9 mi )
- Special Education Tutor
- Female Age 43
- Member Since: 03/2015
- Will travel up to 15 miles
- Rates from $35.00 to $75.00 /hr
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On-line
In-Home
- Also Tutors: Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD
My comments on tutoring Special Education : I have experience volunteering in an after-school program with children with learning disabilities and with MR/DD individuals.
I think teaching styles should differ based on the preferred learning style of the student. The teaching style should play on the strengths and preferences of that particular student. That being said, I foster a student-centered approach to learning. This approach encourages the student play an equal, active role in the learning process, rather than a passive role. A cooperative approach is important so the student can feel like he or she is an active and capable participant in learning the material. I also believe in leading by example and allowing the student to use me as a resource for reviewing their work.
I have tutored children off and on since I was in high school. More recently, my time has been spent volunteering with The Giving Tree, where I tutored inner-city children after school and helped organize activities (museums, zoo, etc.) on the weekends. I am currently in the ... read more