Joan R.

• Minneapolis, MN 55431 ( 30 mi )
• Experienced Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 04/2014
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $60 to $70 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Group
• Also Tutors: Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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My comments on tutoring Special Education : Experienced working with students with and without unique educational needs such as: ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Autism, Aspergers, PDD ...

Tutoring Advantage was founded by Joan Robertson in 2006. Joan is a licensed teacher, trained in the Orton-Gillingham method and specializes in Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and learning disabilities. Joan attended Bemidji State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education with a math emphasis in November 1992. In May of 1992 she completed her kindergarten student teaching and kindergarten intercultural course work at Vaxjo University in Sweden. She later went on to complete course work in all four levels of the Orton-Gillingham Method through the Upper Midwest Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, Orton-Gillingham of Minnesota and Hamline University. Joan started her teaching career as an enrichment and remedial kindergarten reading teacher in Bloomington, Minnesota. She worked for 5 years as a special education kindergarten teacher ... read more

sandy e.

• Kasson, MN 55944 ( 27.1 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female Age 59
• Member Since: 07/2012
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $20.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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sExprienced with learning disabilities

I have worked with developmentally disabled adults and children for over 15 years off and on. Having children and taking time off throughout the years. I love my work and everything to do with this type of work. I'm just interested in more of a personal level and more rewarding work. Being a tutor would without a doubt be amazing work.

Kathryn L.

• Faribault, MN 55021 ( 11.5 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Hearing Impaired, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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Read More About Kathryn L...

I prefer to assertive in discipline but try to understand where children are coming from. I want children to learn above all else. I think that you need to be understanding but stern. I think that you need to be compassionate yet thorough.
I have been a preschool teacher for approximately 2 years in Head Start programs. I have substitute taught in the last year. I also was a early childhood special education paraprofessional for 1 year. I have also been a lead teacher in a learning center.

Kelsey R.

• Faribault, MN 55021 ( 14.4 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $55.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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Read More About Kelsey R...

I develop most of my lesson plans using GLAD principles. I like to use multiple senses, student interaction and various resources to keep the student active. When teaching a language, it is important to know the basic grammar structure first, and then speaking and listening follow. I work with people with disabilities, teaching them how to canoe with a company called Wilderness Inquiry. The company's motto is: Anyone, anywhere, anytime, any place. We strive to make this possible, because it is possible! It is possible to have a quadriplegic go on a canoe trip or a blind person to kayak through caves. I have learned that anything is possible with adaptation. While teaching, a successful teacher can allow everyone to learn, with adaptation.
During my undergraduate career, there were multiple influences that contributed to my passion for teaching. First, I tutored college students fr ... read more

Joy J.

• Elko, MN 55020 ( 17.4 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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I have had extensive education in Math and Physics through college and graduate school. I worked as research scientist for 14 years after graduating from school. In the past seven years, I have been working with children with learning disabilities (autism, etc). I have taught communication, language, self-help, social skills and elementary level academics, using a technique called Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I completed my graduate-level ABA course training in 2009, earning a certificate towards the national board certification as a Behavior Analyst. I am also a fluent speaker in Chinese.
I love teaching and working with all children, especially those facing challenges in learning. I believe all children can learn, but each in different ways. When a child fails to achieve certain learning objective, it's the teacher who should be looking for a more effective way of teac ... read more

Lucy P.

• Zumbrota, MN 55992 ( 19.5 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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Read More About Lucy P...

I have always enjoyed teaching. I love it when students have that moment when they finally get what you have been teaching them. I have taught a wide range of students, from Kindergarten thru 60 year-olds returning to college. I believe that the hands-on approach works best for most students, learning by applying their knowledge. I feel I have made a difference in the lives of students. I am patient and will continue going over information until the student has grasped it.
I am currently teaching part time at Globe University, I teach Business Math and Accounting. I enjoy helping my students learn new skills and strive to do their best as they achieve their educational goals. In addition, I have worked in the elementary school as a special education paraprofessional. I worked with four special needs children in the 4th grade. For eight years, I homeschooled my own children ... read more

Megan J.

• Burnsville, MN 55306 ( 25 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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I'm currently a mentor/employee for a Museum, and am involved with science learning activities, exhibit planning and other activities/programs. My experience volunteering for the Special Education program at Duluth East High School helped broaden my abilities to mentor children. I speak fluent Spanish. I've taken college courses in history, political science, and composition classes. I've 18 years experience playing the piano and have knowledge of digital and analog music programs. Subjects which I've studied in and outside of school which I'm confident to teach others about includes: composition/grammar, history (American and World), music, foreign languages and science.
My passion for giving children the encouragement they need to succeed is paramount for me. I believe that because children are our future, it is a necessity that they have every resource to achieve their dreams ... read more

Jamie L.

• Eagan, MN 55121 ( 30 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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A Little Bit About Me...

I believe in meeting each child at his/her current skill level and building confidence and concepts from there. Each student has his/her own strengths and weaknesses, and learns at his/her own pace. Rather than expecting all students to understand a concept using one teaching style, I teach a lesson using multiple modalities followed by step-by-step tasks which reward successive approximations to a concept. The students who catch on quickly can use the time to build on their skills and expand upon the concepts, while I work more closely with students struggling with the concepts presented. I do this because I care, and believe academic success and personal confidence are key to life success.
Ten years ago, at just 14, I knew I had a calling to help others reach full potential in all aspects of their lives, and did something about it. At that time, I implemented a scheduled and drop ... read more

Rebeca C.

• Rochester, MN 55902 ( 34.5 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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Read More About Rebeca C...

As a current tutor of the Rochester Public School system in Minnesota, I understand and work with students in K-12 grades. Specifically, I enhance the understanding of students in the subjects of Reading/English. I also tutor adult learners or college students in English proficiency, Mathematics (College Algebra & Statistics), and the Sciences (Nursing, Biology, Anatomy/Physiology; & all Health Sciences. My tutoring experiences include 5 years of tutoring at the K-12 and college level with an expertise in Reading/English proficiency and the Sciences. My work experiences include Rochester Public Schools and the Rochester Public Library. I strongly believe in the value of an education and strive to teach others the skills necessary to become successful.
It is a team effort! I believe one on one tutoring sessions is an effort between tutor and student to honor and respect each other b ... read more