Elizabeth B.

• Rutland, VT 05701 ( 18.5 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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A Little Bit About Me...

I fundamentally believe anyone can learn. If a student isn’t grasping a concept, it just means I have to change my style of teaching. So what is my teaching style…anything that helps a student achieve his or her potential. But the one thing I teach all my students is how to find their learning style. Once you know how you retain information you can do anything.
How do I summarize teaching in my life? I guess the best way to explain my teaching experience is to tell you a story. As a young girl I wanted to be a teacher. Because of my love of learning I taught all my siblings how to read. I know it is pretty funny but it is a true story. That led to my doing teaching seminars, which led to consulting, which led to training, which led to my working with individuals as a life coach. I have been a CEO, Vice President, Consultant, Senior Broker, Artist, Photographer, Glass Blowe ... read more

Mary Ellen G.

• East Middlebury, VT 05740 ( 23.8 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Math, Basic Learning Skills

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I truly enjoy teaching children of all ages, as well as adult learners, and I strive to find innovative and creative ways to approach learning for each individual. I always focus on each person's abilities and interests to make the learning experience both productive and enjoyable, and I always look forward to those moments of accomplishment and achievement for each student. People have told me I'm both professional and friendly/approachable, and one of my co-workers has said that patience is my middle name.
I have been a foster and adoptive parent for many years, and I have provided classroom and one-on-one instruction to students with many learning styles, both as a parent and as a professional instructor. I have worked with many students, ranging in age from young children to adult learners, including those with special learning needs. I have excellent writing, grammar, and ... read more

Katie W.

• Barre, VT 05641 ( 25.2 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $54.00 to $63.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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My creativity allows me to come up with different teaching ideas depending on the child's needs. Differentiated instruction has helped me to reach the needs of all learners and positive reinforcement has helped to motivate students to want to do well. I believe that the social aspect of a child's life is just as important as the academics. Once these needs are met, children are more apt to reach their fullest potential.
Ever since I was in high school, I have always enjoyed working with children in a variety of situations. I helped out in a second grade classroom and enjoyed helping students understand their classwork. Even in college, I enjoyed helping my friends with math and writing. Last year, I taught a self-contained sixth grade classroom and this year, I taught a multi-age first and second grade classroom in the same school.

Stephanie W.

• Montpelier, VT 05602 ( 27.2 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary

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As an undergraduate at MIT, I have a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, and have complete master of those taught at the high school level. I have also completed several advanced courses in chemistry, biology, and physics, but am still young enough to remember the techniques I used to learn those subjects when I myself was a high school student. I have prepared many students (privately) for final exams in biology, geometry, and algebra.
I have a knack for creating analogies and mechanisms to help students remember things for exams, as well as strategies and ways of thinking that may be a little different than what was taught in class (but still gets them to the final result). I really want to help kids succeed in school and be in charge of their learning even after I am no longer their tutor. I like to inspire them to learn.

Susan L.

• Bradford, VT 05033 ( 27.3 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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My career in education includes a wide range of experience. I began as a substitute teacher covering for classroom teachers ranging from preschool to the 12th grade. My innate teaching abilities became evident and I was highly sought after. Returning to college to earn my teaching certification, I gained experience in special education teaching summer school. I student taught 3rd and 4th grade, then was hired to teach 5th grade which I did for 2 years. Returning to my love of special education, my taught for another 3 years. During this time, I successfully tutored many students in language arts, math and social studies.
Due to my background and experience in behavorial science, my warm personality and sense of humor, students quickly learn to trust me; thus the learning begins. My analytical insights and assessments of each student's learning style including their strengths ... read more

Dianna T.

• Montpelier, VT 05602 ( 27.4 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary

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As a graduate of The Kings College the professors taught me the value of working with children on an individual basis. They taught me that there are many different learning styles a student may have. This is what got me interested in the Title 1 Program. As a tutor in this program my focus was Reading and Math at the elementary level. My job was to help students with dificulties in reading and math to get up to the next grade level and beyond with confidence! I am happy to say that this is the most rewarding job there is! As a member of The Professional Association of Innkeepers I have many years in Marketing, Communications and Business. I am prepared to help any high school student in these areas with great success!
My strengths are in identifying a students weaknessess and giving them the tools needed to succeed. I provide the best that I have to give and know that the student ... read more

Sherian V.

• Middlesex, VT 05602 ( 30 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies

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I have a BA in English with a minor in history and have worked as a freelance copywriter and indexer. As the mother of both a teenage son and a daughter, an occasional substitute teacher, and as a long-time Girl Scout leader, I have had the pleasure of working with children of diverse ages and personalities in a variety of situations. My resulting teaching experience has varied from the purely academic to the hands-on. I have assisted younger students in reading and reading comprehension, and older students in essay writing and research techniques. I have also had extensive experience in writing and editing, and have tutored college students in English literature and essay writing.
I am very relaxed around children, and I try to create a patient and encouraging learning environment. I will often answer a question with a question in order to teach students to approach subjects ... read more

Susannah C.

• Springfield, VT 05156 ( 30.4 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary

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I started out working as a Head Start teacher's assistant and the following year I was promoted to Head Start teacher and manager. I have also worked as a 1:1 instructional assistant with a high needs student. Currently I worked in a behavior school as an instructional assistant, and I have stepped in to plan curriculum and teach all the classes because the teacher has been on paid leave this year. I also have been commuting to college in Castleton State College from Springfield after work to complete my degree in education. I have been able to keep my GPA at a 3.8 which I believe demonstrates my ability to multitask effectively.
I find working with children rewarding. I am patent and understanding and cater to individual learning styles. I use my artistic sense to help students visually understand learning. I believe the key to understanding and learning is to make learning fun an ... read more

Mary C.

• Waltham, VT 05491 ( 34 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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I love teaching and working with all children. I believe all children can learn, but each in different ways. I am available to help your child find academic success. I am patient, easy going, and considerate. My goal is to provide the best education possible. I am a firm believer in teaching with each student's learning style. I believe all children can meet their potential if they are given the appropriate surroundings and learning experiences. A few good educators can make a world of difference in a child's education. I strive to make a difference in all of my students' lives.
As a student and teacher of history, I have had the pleasure of working both in the classroom and in large, nationally recognized museum education departments. As an historian of a variety of subjects, I have extensive experience in research, working with primary and secondary sources and materials, p ... read more

Matt C.

• Starksboro, SC 05487 ( 34.2 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary

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As an outdoor education instructor and program administrator I have been working and teaching children of all ages for the past 8 years. My bachelors degree is in History, but in addition to my formal education I have plenty of life experience as a coach and mentor to children of varying ages.
I love to work with children and helping them learn and explore is a passion of mine. Seeing that lightbulb click on for a child and the excitement they get from discovery and understanding is a thrilling experience everyone should share.

Allyson K.

• Ferrisburgh, VT 05456 ( 37 mi )
• Elementary Phonics Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills

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I started tutoring in 9th grade, and continued until my freshman year of college. I tutored middle school and high school students in math, sciences, and social studies. In college I tutored in Level 1 and 2 French, Psychology, and College Level Algebra. I have tutored both male and female students, and have worked with people with reading and learning disabilities.
I love working with people, and have a lot of patience. I work hard to let the student work through problems themselves before assisting them. A lot of students I have spent time with just need a small amount of encouragement and are very capable of completing their work. I enjoy working with different types of people, and adapt my style to fit their needs.