Stephen B.

• Chattanooga, TN 37415 ( 7.1 mi )
• Experienced Dyslexia Tutor

• Male Age 68
• Member since: 12/2013
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $60 to $90 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Home
• Also Tutors: Special Education, Hearing Impaired, ADD/ADHD

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My comments on tutoring Dyslexia : Learning Disability

I have over 30 years experience with Special Education. From 2002 - 2011 I was lead teacher in a Comprehensive Developmental Classroom K-2. It was during that time in my search to be an effective teacher that I found Dr. Svetlana Masgutova PH.D. "MasgutovaMethod.com". As educators we are taught to only look at the brain as the source of intellect, that is, the cortex or higher order thinking part of the brain. My understanding now is that if there is a problem with protection and survival (brain stem) we have to correct that in first order because it is the ultimate foundation for higher order thinking. As we begin to address the infant reflexes, sensory system, hearing, sight, touch, smell, taste we begin to see better cognitive functioning, emotional regulation, physical coordination, social interaction, etc. improve. My mission is to facilitate and draw out the innate qualities in e ... read more

Kelsey M.

• Ooltewah, TN 37363 ( 16 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female Age 31
• Member Since: 07/2013
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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Failure is not an option.

I am currently a student at the university of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where I am majoring in early childhood education with a minor in speech pathology. I am working full time as the head aftercare teacher at hickory valley Christian school where I work with elementary school children. I have much experience in teaching, I am also a current tutor with the Honors program, working with four students ranging from 5th grade to freshman in college. I am more for for the elementary age child, but I can help in anyway when it comes to school. I feel school is the first and main priority because it is what gets you where you need to be in life.
I am very energetic, extremely patient, but I also will not accept back talking, lying, texting on your phone, or any inappropriate behavior while I am working as your teacher. I am always available to help you, I only want to see my students le ... read more

Deborah C.

• Hixson, TN 37343 ( 11.6 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female Age 69
• Member Since: 08/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $39.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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Read More About Deborah C...

I have worked in the field of School Psychology for public schools in the state of Virginia. Most of my experience has been in rural areas where many different types of needs had to be handled by the Psychologist. Thus, I have had broad experience and training in the area of Special Education. I also worked in private practice and with other professionals which further broadened my skills. I retired in 2009 and moved to Tennessee to care for a family member. I miss contact with students, and feel I can help children who are struggling with school. I also feel that I can be of assistance to students identified as having special needs. I very much look forward to becoming involved with students of all types again!

Leslie K.

• Chickamauga, GA 30707 ( 17.4 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female Age 56
• Member Since: 12/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Special Education, Hearing Impaired, ADD/ADHD

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have worked in an elementary public school since 1997. The majority of my experience has been in special education. I currently teach second grade. I hold a bachelor's degree and am able to teach any subject necessary in a general curriculum, although my specialty is working with children with disabilities.
I am patient and positive. I like to set goals for my students based on what they feel is important for them to learn and achieve.

Heather C.

• Chattanooga, TN 37409 ( 4.7 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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I am a born teacher, and come from a family full of them. For better or worse for those around me, I am always ready to help with research skills and writing, reading comprehension, assimilating mass amounts of information into a comprehensible format (with/for my coworkers and friends). I believe that anyone is capable of mastering standardized tests as well as any task thrown at them by the most grueling of professors. I believe in starting with the basic building blocks, making sure that those are mastered first, while allowing a student to create their own ideas and reach farther than the assignment dictates as they become ready. Everyone, children and young adults, can amaze themselves when given the right tools to accomplish an educational goal. It's not the students who succeed easily that make a lasting impression, but the ones who struggle mightily to get through a basic fi ... read more

Ashley C.

• chattanooga, TN 37415 ( 6.8 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $42.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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My professional writing experience has has sharpened my ability to communicate and explain information in a variety of ways - a skill that comes in especially handy with students who need a fresh approach to tackling their struggles. I often hear students say, "Now I see - that makes perfect sense!" My professional writing experience includes three syndicated columns. With each new student, I start with getting to know the student as a person - not just for learning style purposes, but also for the student to understand that I am here for him/her. This helps avoid intimidation too, as a straight jump to students' academic challenges can sometimes get your sessions started on the wrong foot.
I have tutored K – college-aged students in various subjects. Most recently, I served as a math teacher under the federal Supplemental Education services program. / At Mind Matters Learning Ct ... read more

Valencia J.

• Hixson, TN 37343 ( 7.7 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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I have taught exceptional education in the state of Tennessee for the past three and years. My previous experiences also include 3 years teaching in a preschool through pre K setting. I meet all three standards for highly qualified in Special Education and Elementary K-6. My bachelor degree dual major is early childhood education and family studies. My job experience include: foster care, therapeutic treatment, special education and early childhood. I am honored to have the opportunity to teach children with a wide range of diagnosis (autism, developmental delayed and mental retardation). I love being able to help others gain the knowledge and skills needed to become productive citizens and live independently. My passion to teach and encourage others inspired me to attend the Gear Up Conference this spring. Through my participation I gained the knowledge to request grant assistance and ... read more

Noah R.

• Chattanooga, TN 97411 ( 8.2 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2011
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $59.00 to $71.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Special Education, Hearing Impaired, ADD/ADHD

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Due to my experience with a broad range of young learners, each working at a different academic and or cognitive pace, I follow a modified Socratic approach to both my classroom and one on one instruction by placing the emphasis on the student as we identify areas for growth. I then sculpt an academic program that we both/all have helped to design, thus accessing an invaluable font of enthusiasm and insight addressing how best to approach the needs of each individual student. This is especially true for those students who don't feel heard, suffer from academic performance anxiety or are struggling with the manner in which the material has previously been presented to them.
Over the course of the past 10 years I have spent time working with students struggling to develop their academic skills, particularly in the areas of language arts and the social studies. From my initial work as ... read more

Amanda H.

• Chattanooga, TN 37412 ( 8.4 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $54.00 to $61.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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As a special education teacher, I believe learning should be fun and exciting. I teach students based upon their individual needs and learning styles. I love learning and I try my best to pass that love of learning to my children and my students. Using centers in the class room, is a great way to make learning fun. Centers allow students to be actively engaged by presenting the subject material using a hands-on approach while allowing them to move about the room. Giving praise and encouragement to students is also very important in the learning process. Everyone works better when they are encouraged and loved.
After receiving my bachelor's degree in Psychology, I started teaching special education while pursuing my Master's degree. I completed my Master's program in 2005 and received my certification in special education in the state of Tennessee. In 2009, I also received my certif ... read more

Mandy H.

• Chattanooga, TN 37412 ( 8.4 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $42.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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A Little Bit About Me...

My Master’s degree is in special education with a concentration in emotional and behavioral disturbance. I have worked with students who have many different types of disabilities including behavior disorders. Working with students who have behavior disorders taught me that every student needs respect, care and patience. Every teacher needs to believe that every student can learn, including the ones that may exhibit extreme behaviors. Teaching means not only individualizing instruction so that each child can learn; but, also providing the love, respect and care that each child needs to be able to learn as well.
The past five years has provided me with an amazing amount of knowledge and experience. Completing a Master's degree in special education, teaching elementary students with disabilities, working as an adjunct professor and being the Director of Early College at Northwestern T ... read more

Mary B.

• Chattanooga, TN 37421-4444 ( 13.8 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2007
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $54.00 /hr

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A Little Bit About Me...

During the past two years, I have taught Medical Terminology at the college level. Previously, I wrote and presented workshops for early childhood education teachers. Not only did this allow me to teach, it required me to continue my education in all academic areas. With a bachelor degree in Human Services Management and an associate degree in Medical Technology, I have gained much experience in Math, Science, Management and Public Speaking.
My goal is to help each child reach his or her potential. The best way to do this, is to first identify the child's learning style. When this is defined, projects should be tailored to fit that style. I prefer to use a hands-on approach to any subject and present each idea being studied in numerous ways.

Anu C.

• Ooltewah, TN 37363 ( 15.2 mi )
• Dyslexia Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Special Education, ADD/ADHD

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I have earned a bachelors degree in Chemistry from East Tennessee State University. I have more than 100 hours of volunteer experience in all fields of area due to being in organizations like Alpha Phi Omega, Phi Sigma Pi and President's Pride throughout my college career. I believe I'm qualified to teach computers because I use it everyday and know basically most of all the Microsoft Office. English/LA and Social Studies probably not as qualified but I know the basics, if I did not I would not have a Bachelor's degree right now.
I love educating all children in order to achieve their long term life goals. I am patient, friendly and easy to get along with. I can make learning enjoyable and more easy. I will make sure my student understands the material very well in way that he/she is able to teach another student or even me.