Find Kinsman, IL Elementary Phonics Tutors For Lessons, Instruction or Help

Kendra C.

• Oglesby, IL 61348 ( 23.9 mi )
• Expert Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 36
• Member since: 07/2012
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $25 to $50 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary Study Skills, Elementary Vocabulary, Elementary Reading, Elementary Grammar, Basic Learning Skills

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"A person's a person, no matter how small." -Dr. Seuss

My classroom experience with Special Education started while in college at Illinois State University, where I gained very valuable experience teaching in a variety of classrooms. For one semester, I taught in a junior high life-skills classroom where we practiced daily living skills and went out into the community so the students could practice skills such as locating items in a store, paying with money, and crossing the street. Then I spent my Fieldbase semester at two different schools. The first one was 4th and 5th grade students with learning disabilities. There, I taught them the core subjects of Math, Reading, and Writing, and went into their regular education classes to help them with study skills, Science, and Social Studies. The second classroom was a high school classroom for students with emotional disturbance. There, I taught Health, English, and Vocational Education to ... read more

Ann F.

• Joliet, IL 60435 ( 31.7 mi )
• Experienced Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 60
• Member Since: 02/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $45.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Group
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary Study Skills, Elementary Vocabulary, Elementary Reading, Elementary Grammar, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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My comments on tutoring Elementary Phonics : I am familiar with Visual Phonics for Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I am aware of the skills in Wilson Phonics. These are skills needed for success in public speaking.

Over 16 years, I have taught various subjects for students with hearing impairments. I also have experience in teaching students with multiple disabilities as well. I have had experience in teaching an after school program with students who needed assistance in learning. In addition, I have taught American Sign Language classes to parents. I have experience in teaching students, ages 7-21.
I teach with a hands-on style. I incorporate various strategies based on the student's needs such as kinesthetic, visual, auditory, and a combination if needed. I observe and I assess student's strengths and weaknesses. Based on the information and results, I determine the correct strategy to use to help a student.

Christine G.

• Plainfield, IL 60544 ( 31.8 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2015
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $39.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary Reading, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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A Little Bit About Me...

Over the last few years I have assumed several leadership roles. I have served as the curriculum connector for my team at Ridge Elementary. In this role I obtain and share information with my teammates about curriculum changes and guidelines in the district. During the past eight years I have served as a FLEX facilitator at my school. In this position I have collaborated with teachers of all elementary grades to support the at risk children at Ridge. I was a mentor teacher for two school years when the district employed official mentors. I am currently the grade level representative for the electronic grade book group. I volunteer as a coach at my school for a group called Girls On The Run. We work with third, forth, and fifth grade girls to help develop high self esteem and healthy living habits. I obtained my master’s degree in Reading and Literacy in 2010. This experience ... read more

Amanda S.

• Dwight, IL 60420 ( 7.4 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Basic Learning Skills

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A Little Bit About Me...

While I like students to know that I am an expert in my subject field, I also want them to take the opportunity to learn critical thinking skills. I want them to gather information, ask questions and break things down to a level that makes sense for them. With that being said, I believe I have a teaching style that resembles that of a facilitator. The overall challenge is to help students reach their capacity for independent action, initiative, and responsibility. The students I've mentored and tutored have worked with me in a more consultative approach where they can see me as someone to provide support and encouragement -- not always answers.
I achieved my M.Ed. from American Intercontinental University where I held a 4.0 GPA. The classroom and hands-on experience gave me the knowledge and experience needed to face the demands of educators today. During the last four y ... read more

Robert H.

• Herscher, IL 60941 ( 23.5 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Math, Basic Learning Skills

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have multiple methods of teaching children and young adults. I make the learning process fun while helping the student in building the necessary skills for future achievements. I have the unique ability to bring out a child's potential.
I have spent four years teaching English in Japan for Miyashiro Machi. I taught elementary and Jr. high school children. I speak fluent Japanese. I also have extensive compositional writing skills.

Laura V.

• Plainfield, IL 60586 ( 27.7 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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A Little Bit About Me...

My teaching style could not be better described than to quote Ignacio Estrada, “If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.” I believe we are all granted certain talents and gifts and sometimes we just need that little bit of guidance to reach deep down and find how we can be our very best. Let me help your child reach his or her full potential. In addition to being a patient and caring tutor, I teach with empathy. I appreciate how children can feel a loss of confidence in themselves, especially when their peers are excelling at a time they are not. In a positive and nurturing environment, I will help your child build confidence in his or her abilities, aligning the path for academic achievement.
My B.A. is in History and Social Behavioral Science. This encompasses Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Economics and Political Science. After g ... read more

Kimberly W.

• Plainfield, IL 60544 ( 31.8 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $54.00 to $60.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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Read More About Kimberly W...

Every student is different, therefore every student has different needs. Every student also can learn differently, whether it be by incorporating more or less visual learning strategies, auditory learning strategies, or using more of the "hands on" approach. Learning can be and should be fun! I love teaching a student to success and when they enjoy what they are doing they are much more likely to succeed!
As an active member of my community, in the form of pageantry, volunteering, and leadership, I have always enjoyed instructing others. Currently, I love my job at Midwest Generation as an Instructional Designer of Training. I get to train Engineers and Office Managers on subjects I knew little about, and have grown in responsibility and development. I love kids, since my summer camp instruction job I held all throughout High School as well as an active instructor at my church. I j ... read more

Anne Marie D.

• New Lenox, IL 60451 ( 34.6 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $54.00 to $64.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Math

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A Little Bit About Me...

I am a passionate educator who thrives on student success. My belief in the power of education is second to none. I believe all children can be successful learners, and I will do whatever possible to help them learn. My philosophy to successful learning is being an engaging, enthusiastic, knowledgeable teacher; establishing a respectful relationship with students; developing a student’s cognitive skills; motivating students; and providing relevant, challenging work.
I am a certified elementary teacher having graduated with highest honors (4.0) from Governors State University. Recently, I also completed a master’s level course in gifted education. I have completed 62 semester hours of college mathematics and have middle school endorsements in mathematics and language arts. I have substitute taught and tutored consistently in various capacities for the last three years, teachi ... read more

Katherine H.

• New Lenox, IL 60451 ( 35.4 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $57.00 to $69.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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Based on my past teaching experiences, I have learned that in order to motivate students to learn, it’s imperative to make connections between the curriculum and their prior experiences and interests. I believe that it is unrealistic to expect students to learn at the same rate and have identical learning styles, so teachers must differentiate their instruction to account for all types of learning abilities, levels, interests, and talents. For instance, teachers should be able and willing to plan lessons and/or assessments that allow students to utilize their own individual and unique intelligences, such as perhaps music or art.
I graduated from Illinois State University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology, and a friend recommended me for an assistant job within a special education cooperative. I accepted the position and continued doing this for five years. The ti ... read more