Colleen K.

• Whitewater, WI 53190 ( 30.7 mi )
• Experienced Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 55
• Member since: 02/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $10 to $40 /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, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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My comments on tutoring Elementary Phonics : I was a elementary special education teacher for 10 years. I helped my students in all subject areas to be successful and find their individual learning style.

I have been a Special Education Teacher for 15 years and an administrator for 5 years. I have taught at both the elementary, intermediate and high school levels. I have worked with students who have been severely cognitively disabled and those that have had multiple attention and behavioral concerns. I am very patient and have been able to create systems to provide structure to keep kids on track. I always want children to know what to expect and have a structure in which to be successful.
I believe my patience and creativity allows children to feel comfortable with their own learning needs. I work with them and help them find their unique learning style. We then build on that style to build their confidence and ability. All children can learn once we find their unique learning "channel".

Stephany M.

• Rockford, IL 61101 ( 6.6 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 31
• Member Since: 03/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $30.00 /hr
• In-Home 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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A Little Bit About Me...

Pre-service teacher at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. I'll be graduating in December of 2015 with an elementary education degree. My minor is general science. For the past two years My classes have been preparing me to teach children from grades 1-8. I've had multiple math methods classes, a science and social studies methods course, and currently am completing 2 reading classes. I'm prepared to teach almost any general subject.

Julie S.

• Winnebago, IL 61088 ( 9.6 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 48
• Member Since: 08/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $30.00 /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, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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All students have the ability to learn and be successful.

I teach using centers and small groups based on the students learning style and level.
I worked with 5th graders during a Reading and Social Studies student teaching. I also taught first grade for 7 years. The first two years were in an At-Risk class and an Inclusion class. The last four years of teaching, I taught an accelerated first grade class and curriculum. I have tutored all ages of Elementary Students for 4 years in all the general subjects.

Jazzminne K.

• Rockford, IL 61108 ( 13 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 38
• Member Since: 10/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• 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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OBJECTIVE To utilize my advanced communication skills, operational leadership experience and civic involvement to benefit the growth and development of a community based organization SUMMARY • A compassionate manager with excellent interpersonal communication skills, dedicated to fostering a working environment that encourages collaboration and optimizes team performance • I serve on several community boards and committees specializing in education, families, community and empowerment programs • Many years of leadership roles in nonprofits. Launched a women’s support group focused on teen mentoring. Appointed Vice-President of Beautiful Spirited Women. • An aptitude for addressing cultural diversity. Rockford Association for Minority Management. Active member or supporter of several community organizations including: Vice-President of Beautiful Spirited Women, United Way, Founde ... read more

Julie W.

• Davis, IL 61019 ( 13.3 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female Age 55
• Member Since: 11/2014
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $40.00 /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, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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Specializing in discovering how student best learns. Open Ended Questions, Focus on Strength while pinpointing areas of weakness to correct and strengthen areas of concern. Teach child as a whole person understanding we need trust and confidence to truly reach our potential. STUDENTS HAVE TROUBLE LEARNING WHEN TRUST BREAKS DOWN AND THEY ARE AFRAID TO EXPOSE WEAKNESSES OR ASK QUESTIONS. To me, this is the key to success--trust in a safe and challenging and FUN learning environment wheee mistakes are treated as paramount to learning, not as hindrances.
Taught: Elementary Education-First, Second, Third Grades, Subbed all grades plus Special Education. Taught/Coached Swimming, Tumbling, Cheer, Sports. Also taught Preschool, After School Care Programs, Summer Camps, Day Camps. Other Teaching Experience: Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, 5 Day Clubs.

Meghan B.

• Janesville, WI 53548 ( 15.5 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $30.00 /hr
• 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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I have been tutoring for 2 years. I have great experience with students of all ages. I'm patient, and try to make learning and studying as fun as possible. I have a wide experience in all subjects. I was originally going to school for nursing so I have taken almost all of the science classes. I took Spanish for four years. I'm a very advanced reader and writer.

Terri M.

• South Beloit, IL 61080 ( 6.9 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $58.00 to $68.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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A Little Bit About Me...

I tutored online for AOL for ten years. This included all grades, with emphasis in the science and music fields. I also edited articles for their knowledge database. Editing involved examining articles, making sure that each one was clear, concise, and free of mistakes. I wrote many articles for the database, as well, in several different areas of study.
I enjoy working with students of all ages and needs. I have worked with children in our public schools, as well as with autistic children in their homes. I have learned that patience and praise are major tools in teaching, enabling students to experience success and confidence in their education.

Amber S.

• Machesney Park, IL 61115 ( 7.5 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $47.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary

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Teaching is my passion and my life. There is no other career that I would desire to teach. I am a very firm, but fair teacher. My teaching styles vary depending on the lesson being taught. Hands on activities are very important to me, and I will incorportate them into the lesson as often as possible. Technology is also very important to me. I have a lot of experience with the Elmo, overheads, projectors, and other programs associated with Microsoft. Parental involvement is very important to me as well, and I try very hard to build great rapport with parents, and will keep them involved in their child's education.
I have earned my BS degree in Elementary Education. I student taught in first grade, and have taught for the last two years. My first year of teaching was at Eisenhower Middle School in Rockford, IL. I taught 7th and 8th graders Journalism; a class in which I bu ... read more

Richard Z.

• Roscoe, IL 61073 ( 7.6 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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My early teaching and learning style was to do as many problems that were thrown at me in class or the text. I learned quickly that you need to understand the problem in order to solve problems that aren't set up for you. I enjoy teaching and have a lot of patience with my students becuase I believe they all have the potential to meet and exceed their expectations with the proper tutuledge.
I have multiple degrees in computer and electrical engineering from Purdue University. I also have a partial degree in Accelerated Associates in Culinary Arts from Kendall College and a few classes in Computer Science in the Masters program in Computer Science and the University of Illinois Chicago. I have experience in manufacturing engineering, Research and Development, Sales, Management in Computers and several years as a Chef.

Megan C.

• Rockford, IL 61101 ( 8.2 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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I started tutoring people because it seemed like a great way to meet different people, but I continued because I like helping people learn and discover new things. Everyone is different and therefore my teaching style various by student but typically the way I relate the information to everyday events or make abstract ideas concrete are the most effective. I work with students in a variety of manners to make sure that auditory, visual, and kinestic learners.
As a high school student I participated in peer tutoring. While in high school I volunteered to serve as a tutor in Algebra, Geometry, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biology. I graduated with 27 AP credits which helped me complete a B.S. at Clarke College in 3 years. At Clarke I found that tutoring my peers helped both the student and me. As a biology major at Clarke College I took many courses in science including biology, chemistry, ... read more

Chad S.

• Loves Park, IL 61111 ( 9.3 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary

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I have always been driven to attain academic excellence. I have two degrees: an AS with high honors and a BS in Biochemistry Magna Cum Laude. As such I have taken many courses in math and science, and I am also interested in foreign languages and the social sciences. During the past 5 years, I have received level 3 tutoring certification (the highest available) from a local college where I was previously employed as a tutor. My main expertise is in math and science (especially chemistry), but I have also tutored students in psychology, English, Spanish, German, and study skills.
I love teaching and getting to know my students along the way. I have worked with many people; some young, some older, and some who spoke very little English. I have learned that everyone is capable of achieving extraordinary things, sometimes they just need to have the information presented in a simp ... read more

Emily F.

• Caledonia, IL 61011 ( 10.2 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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I have a passion and love of teaching Elementary aged students. I believe that all children should have their learning style addressed in my teaching. Differentiation of instruction is essential to reaching these students, and I strive for this ideal each time I am teaching students. I am very down to earth, and will gladly help a student on a more one-to-one basis in the classroom. I try and create a classroom of support, an idea that all students can contribute and feel comfortable with participating. Teachers are the keys to opening the doors of knowledge for students, and I strive to make sure that I am turning the key for every student.
As a recent 2008 Elementary Education graduate from Winona State University, I possess up to date tools to effectively teach students of varying learning levels. I have earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Teaching, and hold a teaching licen ... read more

Michelle J.

• Rockford, IL 61107 ( 10.4 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $58.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Basic Learning Skills

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I love watching and learning from children. I believe that learning is closely related to confidence. I like to take the time to get to know children and understand what they like so that I can better understand how their brain works and how they process information. In understanding what they like, this gives me the ability to let them show me something new. The best way that I retained information in college was to teach someone else what I was studying. As the children learn the new information, I like to have them show me the new information the same way they did their hobby or interest.
I graduated from UW-Stevens Point with a degree in a Communication and a passion for enriching the youth in our community. Throughout my educational career I was always involved with a youth organization as either a Big Sister, basketball coach or a junior achievement volunteer. A full s ... read more

Allison M.

• Rockford, IL 61107 ( 10.6 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Math

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I believe that all children can learn, and when a child has difficulty grasping a concept, the teacher must change their technique. I have used a variety of methods when working with children. Manipulatives, flash cards ,games and stimulus equivalence training are just a few. I also believe that a child that needs extra help with a subject should not feel like they are being punished. A teaching session should not just help a person learn a concept, but help develop a passing for knowledge and learning.
In 2005 I obtained a degree in Sociology with a minor in Spanish and in 2009 obtained a masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have worked with children of normal intelligence and what cognitive disabilities. Although my degrees are not directly related to math, I use mathmatical concepts daily. I bring to the table the ability to use math terms in a day to day experi ... read more

Amy D.

• Rockford, IL 61114 ( 10.9 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $47.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies

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The description of my teaching style changes with each new class I receive. I am a strong believer in the Multiple Intelligence approach to teaching, as individual students learn in many different ways. In my classroom, expectations are explained at the beginning of each lesson. Because attention spans only last between 12 and 15 minutes, I make sure to rotate activities to insure that my students are engaged. I am also a strong believer in "real world" lessons and activities that my students can relate to. This encourages my students' critical thinking abilities as well as a desire to learn. I am confident in my style and very happy to report that my students' scores have risen every year I have been at my current school.
As a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a BS in Elementary Education, I received my first teaching position as a special education teacher in th ... read more