Reading Comprehension Tutors & Teachers for Lessons, Instruction or Help in Osawatomie, KS

I have been working with children of assorted ages for eleven years. This includes: 3 year old pre-school, Kindergarten and 1st grade tutoring, 2nd grade- 4th grade summer day camp and summer school, 5th and 6th grade classroom teacher, 6th grade personal tutor, middle school and high school youth group volunteer, volunteer assistant with St. Josephs institute for the Deaf in Lenexa, middle school paraprofessional for students with high functioning autism spectrum disorders, and most recently a middle school resource paraprofessional. I have exceptional communication skills. Especially in regards to building strong lasting relationships with parents. In addition, I am passionate about helping students to find their niche. This includes; building personal study habits, learning how to intrinsically motive themselves, discovering value in themselves and others, and using their strengths to

$ 22.50

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With lots of energy and enthusiasm, each session provides the student with multi-sensory instruction that is specialized to your child's needs. Laura works with children K-5th Grade. Laura Emerick Dyslexia and Reading Specialist Laura Emerick received her Bachelor's Degree in Child Development from Auburn University in 2008. As a previous 1st Grade Teacher at a school for dyslexia, Laura has extensive experience teaching and tutoring children with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. She is part of a select few in the Kansas City area who is trained in the Orton-Gillingham method – a systematic approach to teaching validated by over 70 years of time-tested practice and methodology.

$ 80.00

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I am particularly adept at teaching children and young people how to read; by using a variety of non-conventional and creative methods, including traditional learning techniques. I excel in helping challenged readers to relax and appreciate the power of the written word. I use visuals and audio, along with film and reading aloud (Slam Poetry for example) in my efforts to find various ways to tailor a class to specific student needs. Extensive experience as a freelance educator in variety of school and arts-based settings Taught English-as-a-Second-Language in Madrid, Spain for two years as third-level student Former Youth & Family Outreach Coordinator for University of Kansas' Spencer Museum of Art Former Assistant Director with Douglas County District Court "Child-in-Need-of-Care" Review Board Published freelance journalist and editor Currently employed as an editor and administrat

$ 40.00

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I am a licensed reading specialist. Hold a MaEd in Reading Intervention. I believe in hands-on cooperative learning activities to fully engage students. I have taught pre-k for 2 years prior to my experience in elementary education. I have a variety of experiences working with children in various settings including tutoring. For the past two years, I was a first grade teacher in a public school. This year I will be a first and second grade teacher in a private school.

$ 30.00

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I have thirty years of teaching experience from kindergarten through twelfth grade. I have taught numerous subjects and have led teachers as well as an Instructional Coach. I have been tutoring since the early 90s. I strive for excellence in everything I do. You can expect someone who will listen to you and help you to achieve your goals. You can expect compassion, knowledge, and the ability to push you to work hard and thrive.

$ 27.50

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I have tutored many people in several subjects over the years and find the work fulfilling. I recently have graduated out of the education system and am well aware of what it takes to succeed. I now have a BA in Political Science and a Juris Doctorate and on the way to earning these degrees I successfully passed some of the worlds most difficult tests on the first attempt. On top of the education, I am able to teach my superior test taking and study strategies to my pupils, no matter what age.

$ 36.50

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Current medical student with an undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis. 35 ACT (99th percentile), 515 MCAT (90th Percentile), 172 LSAT (97th percentile). I am experienced in tutoring high school math and reading in addition to psychology courses of all levels and test preparation.

$ 37.50

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Communication and patience is key. Im not an easily irritated person. I understand the struggles other teens may be going through as so have I before. I don't have a deggree in any of my listings. But i can say I have EXPERIENCE. I am a high school student. How I stand out from others is I know what teachers are looking for NOW. Things have obviously changed since others got their degrees. Teaching styles and expectations. I have a 3.0 avg. And my best subject by far is English. I also have spanish listed. I am a native spanish speaker. I grew up with and around the language. Sure you could find someone who was taught the language in the classroom. But why not someone who speaks it on a daily basis. Who can read, write, speak and deeply understand it.

$ 13.00

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Abigail Clark 9306 W 95th St (913) 832-9334 Overland Park, KS, 66212 abigail.clark@washburn.edu Education Washburn University, Topeka, KS B.A. Anthropology, December 2014 GPA: 3.25 Washburn Transformational Experience: Scholarly and Creative – Racism Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS General Studies GPA: 3.90 Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO Architectural Engineering Experience Mabee Library – Writing and History Tutor – 2013-2014 • Worked with multiple populations of students • Learned to explain things in various ways • Motivated and encouraged further learning and help-seeking • Taught multiple skills and lessons Leach Theater – Theater technician – 2011-2012 • Developed teamwork skills • Learned skills such as lighting and sound boards, delicate tasks • Set up, adjusted and adapted shows as needed Lene

$ 27.50

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$ 35.00

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Proficiency in reading helps with comprehension. If one is struggling with sounding out words by the time they get to the end of the sentence they may have forgotten what they read. Proficiency in reading is a great tool for comprehension. I prefer a hybrid teaching style. If a standard teaching style was working for the student then they most likely would not need tutoring. I have taught Early Childhood Education since 2000 to 2002 at Angel Academy Preschool. Later, I worked with children through the Y.M.C.A of Port Huron, Michigan and Lenawee County, Michigan. I helped school age children with homework in the afternoons and during the day taught preschool. While attending junior College I tutored students struggling with math. After graduating college I began substitute teaching in Michigan for elementary school children. I became a mother in 2011 and stayed home with my children for a

$ 40.00

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I have extensive experience tutoring elementary school students. I student taught in a first grade classroom as well and assisted children in phonemic awareness activities throughout the day. I also have 10 years of experience as a nanny and understand a variety of mentalities when it comes to doing school work. I believe in allowing kids to think for themselves and do not believe in feeding them the answers. I will be there to offer the encouragement and support they need along the way. I am a highly qualified individual who is responsible, empathetic and compassionate to a student's educational needs.

$ 20.00

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I am a second year teacher. I taught 4th grade last year, and will be teaching 5th grade this school year. I am certified in both Missouri and Kansas. I obtained my degree from UMKC. I am very passionate about what I do and take it very seriously. However, learning should be flexible with lots of hands on experiences. Student needs to first be extrinsically motivated with a goal of intrinsic motivation. Motivation is key in learning.

$ 45.00

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I like to help students find out how they learn best by asking questions and through learning style tests. Everyone doesn't learn in the same way and by finding out the students learning style I like to then taylor how I help them learn based off how they will be able to retain the information best. I have been working as a student worker at Blue River Community College for the past few years. I really enjoy being able to help students study and learn. I graduated with my Associates this year and am pursuing a teaching degree. I have also had experience with helping tutor the children of freinds and family. I am able to and have exerience working with ages from elementary school students all the way up to college students.

$ 20.00

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