Lisa J.
- Larchmont, NY 10538 ( 6.4 mi )
- Expert ADD/ADHD Tutor
- Female
- Member Since: 04/2015
- Will travel up to 20 miles
- Rates from $25.00 to $50.00 /hr
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ADD/ADHD is one of my top subjects! Have worked with a few students who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD as well as have my own experience in dealing with it myself and succeeding. Understanding this learning disorder, gives me great insight into the inner workings of the minds of these children. This knowledge allows me to teach them skills which will enable them to overcome some of the obstacles they will face during their academic career. I will teach them study skills, organization, and ways to remain focused. Everyone has a way to occupy his/her need to wonder by finding something physical to do alongside listening to the lesson at hand. I find keeping my hands busy by doodling fulfill my need to do something physical while still allowing me to focus on what the teacher is saying and take notes etc...
I have worked in both counseling positions as well as teaching in many different settings and with students ranging in ages. I have my Masters in Education in school counseling from Hunter College and my B.A. in Psychology from Stony Brook University. My last position as a tutor for students throughout Queens as part of the No Child Left Behind Act. Through this job, I have gained even more knowledge and insight into the daily life of students throughout the New York City area. I have taught in many pre-schools, camps, and alternative programs which have given me first hand knowledge of the classroom and I have acquired leadership skills from leading students in daily lessons plans and schedules. My internship at New Rochelle High School and practicum at Scarsdale Middle School has provided me with many supervised hours of counseling as well as hands on experience with my own case load o ... read more