Dawn C.

• Benton, LA 71006 ( 28.5 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female Age 53
• Member since: 03/2014
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $39 to $75 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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Retired Teacher

I retired from BPSB after 20 years in August 2013. I taught 3rd-5th grade all subjects at Apollo Elementary & Legacy Elementary. I currently tutor students in various subject areas. I have Wilson Language training & enjoy teaching writing & reading. I served on any committees at the school & parish level. Last year, I served on the parish writing committee to help prepare teachers & students for new writing assessments.

Shantae W.

• Bossier City, LA 71111 ( 32.4 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2011
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $59.00 to $69.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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Read More About Shantae W...

I have a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of children. I believe that every child can learn when given the opportunity. I strongly believe that teachers have the most important job in the world because they are the profession that educates all others. I love children and teaching. I am patient and I understand that all students won’t learn the same way, but ultimately all students can learn.
I have taught for 5 years. I have taught grades 6-8. I have taught Social Studies, English, and Literature. I have a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. I also have a Master’s degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport. I have taught a wide range of students, from very diverse backgrounds. I have taught struggling readers, as well as honor’s classes. I have taught African Americans, Hispanics, Caucasians, and several other ethnic groups. I am a ... read more

Lindsey M.

• Shreveport, LA 71104 ( 34.7 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

The major benefit of a one-on-one tutoring environment is that a student can be taught in the manner which best suits their personal learning style. I believe it is imperative to identify a student's preferred learning style and to adapt my teaching accordingly. When working with a student, I prefer to allow the student to work through a problem and discover the answers themselves, while I guide and instruct them, instead of merely showing them. While grades and test scores are obviously important, it is my main goal to increase a student's confidence in a subject. With confidence comes ease and familiarity, and an ability to apply knowledge critically. I hope that the skills I teach my students will aid them in all their endeavors.
As my degree shows, I have a very well-rounded academic background. My collective eighteen years of studying language has instilled in me a deep ... read more