Erica S.

• Birmingham, AL 35209 ( 4.7 mi )
• Experienced Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 12/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $40 to $60 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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Academic Associates Reading Center

I am am a certified Reading Instruction Specialist and former fourth grade teacher. Most students rise 2-4 grade levels in under 50 hours of instruction using the Academic Associates Reading Program. The Academic Associates curriculum is a 13 lesson brain-based phonics curriculum. One of my favorite success stories is a student I'll call Mark. After completing only 7 lessons, Mark went from a 1.9 reading level to a 3.5 reading level. Because of his previous struggles in reading, the school he attended planned to retain him in the second grade. After only 2 months of instruction, the school called his mother to let her know that he would not be retained because of the remarkable improvement in his reading. Learning to read properly not only helped improve his grade, but prevented his being held back. I fully believe everyone can learn to read well if given the proper tools to do so. C ... read more

Shannon S.

• Hoover, AL 35226 ( 2.8 mi )
• Expert Special Education Tutor

• Female Age 45
• Member Since: 09/2012
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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A Little Bit About Me...

I believe that every student has the ability to learn. Teachers must take the time to discover the individual needs of students in order to help all students be successful. I strive to provide individualized instruction in all areas and for all children. I firmly believe in involving a child's parents in all aspects of their education. Parents are a child's first teachers!
I have been teaching students with special needs for the past 14 years. I have experience with preschool through 6th grade. I also worked at Sylvan Learning Center, where I worked with students through 12th grade. I especially enjoy working with students with Learning Disabilities, lower cognitive abilities, and children on the Autism Spectrum. I am trained in a reading program for children with Dyslexia. Contact me for more information.

Karen G.

• Pelham, AL 35124 ( 7.7 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $35.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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My Job is to find "Light Switch" for their light blub

A Calm, supportive, and structured formula for growth, with take away techniques. The light bulb moments are what motives the student to learn the subject at hand. Positive, upbeat environment, to encourage rather than discourage the students continued improvement.
My experience comes from many years of Teaching, Training, and Coaching. My first teaching experience come form Douglas County as a substitute teacher mostly for the special education program. Next I have worked for Fairfax County Schools and for Fairfax County Program called SACC. My years in Richmond were with Chesterfield County Schools and Club Z Tutoring. My Last school was Meadowbrook High School in the Special Education Classrooms.

Patrick K.

• Calera, AL 35040 ( 19.2 mi )
• Expert Special Education Tutor

• Male Age 46
• Member Since: 08/2012
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $35.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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Special Education is one of my top subjects! 6 years experience as teacher in a severely handicapped classrooms. Fluent in technology and up to date with latest trends. Knowledge in IEP writing process and ability to communicate with peers. Currently completing masters in educational technology.

Relaxed and laid back with a sense of urgency when appropriate. As a special educator I an versed in lesson modification to meet student modality or learning style.
I have recently relocated to the Birmingham area with my wife and 2 daughters from So. CA. My 1st 2 years in education I worked as an itinerant (traveling) speech and language pathologist. I saw a lot of classes and took a lot of great ideas from these experiences. I completed my Sp.Ed. credential and have been working in a severely handicapped class for the past 4 years. Currently finishing masters degree in educational technology.

Nancy B.

• Bessemer, AL 35020 ( 3 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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A Little Bit About Me...

Since January 2008, I have had the opportunity of tutoring at risk 9th, 10th, and 11th graders at Leeds High School's AVID (Achievement Via Individual Determination). I attempt to teach them critical thinking skills, reading skills, as well as studying skills. I have worked with the AVID program while I completed my Masters Program.
I love working with adolescents. I believe with all of my heart that each teen has the ability to accomplish great things with the proper motivation. I truly believe that children, teens as well as adults learn best by doing. I do not believe in teaching to a particular topic. I believe in teaching to the student and how the individual student learns. I want each one of my student's to succeed in their school environment as well as in their lives.

Brian Z.

• Hoover, AL 35244 ( 3.6 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $47.00 /hr

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I thoroughly enjoy working with, teaching, and learning from children. I approach teaching with the belief that all students are capable of excelling if both they and the teacher have the appropriate attitude. With an easygoing (and hopefully fun) style of teaching, I strive to instill in students the excitement of learning.
While attending Birmingham Southern College, I had several teaching experiences: I volunteered as a tutor at a nearby elementary school, tutored in my college's writing center, and worked for three summers as a camp counselor. After receiving a BA in English, I taught high school English conversation in Hungary for a year. My ultimate goal is to teach English at a university, but I love working with primary and secondary schoolers. Given my reading, writing, and editing experience (as well as my extensive experience working with children), I feel comfortabl ... read more

Berlene M.

• Fairfield, AL 35064 ( 4.3 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $47.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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A Little Bit About Me...

I do not have formal experience in tutoring. I have taught for two months and have completed student teaching in kindergarten and 3rd grade. I completed numerous research papers during my time in college and all earned grades of B+ and higher.
I connect well with children and encourage open communiction so that I may determine their learning styles and learning needs. I believe in teaching through inquiry and life experiences. I believe that making connections to content will enhance learning and increase comprehension.

LaToya M.

• Fairfield, AL 35064 ( 4.5 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $45.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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My teaching style is mostly student-centered. I am the facilitator who is there to support all my students to do their best thinking and practice. I guide and direct students by asking questions, brainstorming, suggesting alternative methods of understanding as it applies to Howard (Gardner's) theory of multiple intelligences. Lastly, I encourage them to develop goals to master challenges.
I am skilled in planning and coordinating appropriate learning experiences for children that are both fun and valuable, demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of children from all backgrounds and ability levels, a team player with recognized leadership ability and a proven role model for children. I also possess solid classroom management skills, have outstanding ability to build rapport and work cooperatively with others and my professional development is ongoing in the field of childhood educat ... read more

Michelle Y.

• Homewood, AL 35209 ( 5.9 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $41.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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I am driven by knowledge, the more knowledge I have the more I can relate to people from all walks of life. I have always been fascinated most by science and psychology. I studied biology, chemistry and psychology in college and earned a bachelors degree in Psychology. Through this I have acquired grammatical skills on how to write research papers and lab reports. I taught a study tactics course for a year and a half that focused on chemistry. This gave me the advantage to not only teach study habits but also help students learn chemistry. Through this experience I also privately tutored students.
Children are one of the greatest joys in life because I get to watch them learn and understand the world around them. Children are sponges that soak up all the knowledge present to them. My teaching style is hands on. I want children to learn not just by a book but by practical applicat ... read more

Carlia M.

• Pleasant Grove, AL 35127 ( 6.8 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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I believe all students can learn any material, but it’s up to teachers, parents and schools to work together to come up with the best educational plan to make sure that they do. Therefore, I prefer the collaborative and community language learning model. Since all students possess many different levels of strengths and weaknesses, I demonstrate several strategies, and allow them to choose the one that works best for them. It gives me a better idea of how to teach the whole child.
Since I have completed degrees in English, and Education with a Literacy specialization, I am more than qualified to teach/tutor students in English/LA and Reading. Additionally, I've passed the Praxis II Exam that the State of Alabama requires to "highly qualify" teachers. Moreover, I have spent four 1/2 years working directly with students in Special Education and ESL. I have extensive experience wi ... read more

Allison D.

• Birmingham, AL 35222 ( 9.1 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $51.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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Most of all I enjoy helping students and families achieve academic success. I am a kind, considerate, respectful professional with a love for teaching. Effective teaching means evaluating the student many ways such as observing,using research-based assessments,running records, and written work. Also, it is necessary to have input from a parents point of view. I always consider parents knowledge of their child and background information to help me plan for the individual students needs.I am available to help you and your child discover the most effective way to learn and apply the knowledge gained.
For the past fourteen years, I have been a dedicated and enthusiastic elementary teacher in the Alabama public/private schools. I earned a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education with a GPA of 3.9. I have many hours of professional development training in a variety of subjects such as ... read more

April M.

• Pelham, AL 35124 ( 9.3 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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My greatest joy in life is teaching children and opening their eyes to all of the things they are capable of doing and learning. I have a strong passion to educate young minds and help them develop into well-rounded, responsible, and successful individuals. My greatest strengths include inspiring and motivating students. I actively engage in their eager minds by incorporating a variety of manipulatives, enjoyable activities, and cooperative learning projects. In addition, I tailor lesson plans to meet their diverse interests, as well as demonstrate direct connections between the classroom and everyday life. I believe all students should be given the chance to succeed, and with a little help, I truly believe they will.
I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Environmental Sciences from, and will soon have my Master of Arts Degree in Elementary Education. I have recently comp ... read more

Laura S.

• Maylene, AL 35114 ( 9.6 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: ADD/ADHD

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Most of my experience is working with students who have issues beyond a normal student whether it be learning disabilities, behavior problems,or emotional/phsychological issues. I have taught in many alternative school settings, but I have also taught in main stream schools, both public and private. I have successfully taught students to read and write when the system had given up on them, and on the flip side of the coin, I have taught advanced placement/honors students. I have taught grades seven through twelve.
I believe that learning needs to be fun, but that students need, and most of the time want, structure in their classrooms. I believe that learning needs to be relevant to students. They need to know why and where in their lives they will need or be using what they are being taught. I use a variety of instuctional methods while teaching (lecture, discussions,group activiti ... read more

Willie B.

• Birmingham, AL 35214 ( 10.1 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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For twenty-five years I successfully taught a comprehensive curriculum to elementary students (grades three through eighth). My areas of academic interest are: Language Arts, Mathematics and Social Studies. I had an opportunity to visit several countries I taught in social studies (i.e., West Africa (Ghana and Guinee)& South Africa (Botswana, Cape Town,Johannesburg and Soweto) ; China(Beijing,Xian, Shanghai, Shenzin and Hong Kong)and Europe(Czech Republic, Krakow Poland, Berlin, Germany and Liverpool). As an educator I come endowed with a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experiences in various aacademic genres. I absolutely enjoy sharing that knowledge with all interested learners seeking to advance academically.
My teaching style is interactive. I believe in fully engaging the student in the teaching-learning process. Students are more receptive to learning when they take own ... read more

Gail P.

• Maylene, AL 35114 ( 12.5 mi )
• Special Education Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Hearing Impaired, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD

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I am a hands on/visual, motivating, guided/sheltered, higher order critical thinking teacher with exceptional classroom management skills. I love teaching students how to think however, not what to think. I do this by guiding their learning by using project based learning activities that help them process what they have learning in logical steps using technology. Therefore, the end results of this process is a technologically based product which allows my students to communicate to me in writing what they have learned (PPP)!
I am a well educated, award winning educator who has successfully taught a multitude of academic subjects in to students in grades ranging from kindergarten through the eight grade! In addition to this, I have also received extra training in teaching math, science and technolgy. The training that I have received has allowed me completely engage my student ... read more