Testing Strategies Tutors & Teachers for Lessons, Instruction or Help in Picayune, MS

I am a certified teacher, currently practicing in Covington, La. I've taught ACT and SAT prep for 7 years, along with the essential skills intervention required to raise scores. My teaching experience includes: 10 years classroom teacher, grades 9-12 Lee County, FL School District. I taught ACT/SAT prep, reading, 9-12th English, Writing for College Success, grammar, essay writing and composition, journalism, yearbook and virtual school. I was a Teacher Leader and Master Teacher from 2013-2015. From 2011-now, I also worked as a private tutor, specializing in ACT/SAT prep Verbal, Essay, and Science. Additional tutoring experience includes preparing for AP tests (except math and physics), homework help (except math and advanced science), interventions in reading, grammar, vocabulary, study skills and organization. I believe every student can learn. The key is to find your student's strength

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10 Years of experience in Teaching and Administration in Public Schools. ACT Coaching for over 300 students. Assistant Principal of Curriculum for K-6 schools. Secondary Curriculum Coordinator for a small school district. Have taught all Business courses and 11th and 12th grade English. Have also been a Student Services Coordinator for non-traditional students. Use student test data to individualize instruction for each student.

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Education level: PhD, History, University of Texas at Austin 2005-2010 - Teaching Assistant; American, Middle East, and World History 2011-2014 - Upper School Teacher; World History, AP World History, American History, AP US History, Latin American Studies, Law Studies My AP students scored an average of 4 on both the US and World History exams. I also have experience tutoring for both the ACT and SAT, specializing in reading comprehension and grammar.

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hands on - 17 years certified teaching experience. opened up my own school a private home school. A fire destroyed my school in August I decided not to rebuild the school because my youngest son Gavin was saying that he wanted to attend public school so that he could play sports and qualify for possibly a scholarship or work study program to help with his college fees.

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Having been through law school and having practiced law for several years, I know what it takes to get through the rigorous coursework and do well. I have been a prosecutor, a defense attorney, and now a mediator. In my mediation practice, I am constantly helping people to identify issues and giving instruction about different aspects of the law in order to help them settle their cases.

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I am flexible in my style because each child is unique. It is important to address the needs of all groups. I incorporate a variety of strategies so that all are involved and challenged to learn. Like a doctor, I prescribe a learning path and adjust the strategies as needed for individual students' needs. I began working in Tangipahoa Parish February of 1983. I tutored in the Migrant program When our school moved I moved to a 6th Grade class where I taught self-contained, team taught, etc. When we moved, once again, to a new school I with Mrs. Deborah Ellzey as a team-teacher. I taught Math, Science, and Social Studies. I have continued to teach with varying class situations in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade subjects and am currently teaching 5th Grade Math Enrichment. I have attended professional development to include Learning Styles, Technology courses, and Mentor/Assessment Te

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I think the most useful tutor emphasizes critical thinking. I have noticed that many students focus on memorization instead of really understanding the processes behind science, math, and foreign languages. I try to focus on how and why things are, rather than just the fact that they are. I believe that this approach provides students with a deep understanding of the material and an ability to problem-solve on their own. They can then develop better comprehension, and tend to be more interested in learning. I graduated with my undergraduate degree in marine biology in 2002 and then worked as a research biologist for two and a half years before returning to school to pursue my master’s degree. I believe that my hands-on scientific experiences combined with my academic background allow me to convey difficult concepts to students. As a researcher and as a student, I have had to put together

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I wholeheartedly believe that tomorrow’s leaders are shaped by teachers today. I am a determined, enthusiastic, and highly motivated professional with a passionate commitment to student development and the learning experience. I understand the need for students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally in an atmosphere that is both stimulating and adaptive to their diverse needs. You will find that I have a true commitment to providing students with the vital skills required to realize a future of accomplishment and success no matter the given circumstance. I possess outstanding skills in communication, leadership, mentoring, organization, teamwork, and creativity. I take great pride in being a part of this program and the opportunity it brings, and feel my strengths and talents can be well utilized in this stimulating career. I have had the opportunity to tutor college peers

$ 36.50

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