Jazz Dancing Tutors & Teachers for Lessons, Instruction or Help in Centerport, NY

My name is Micah Houston and I am a 24 year old Boston native working as a freelance choreographer. I specialize in management and production of careers within Music,Theater, Visual Art and Design, and Modeling just to name a few. We have over 7 artist signed within our label. I have worked in dance and entertainment for over 10 years now, joining partnerships with Russell Ferguson and Kevin Hunte (CEO of Magick Blyss Ent), winner and top 12 finalist of SYTYCD season 6. I attended Boston Arts Academy in which I majored in Theatre performance and minored in dance movement. I also minored in Broadcast and Media production, Stage and tech design and Costume and make-up design just to name a few. I have had intense Martial Arts training for over 7 years now focusing within the forms of Capoeira, Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Mua Thai and Drunken Boxing. I am very energetic and I proudly say that becau

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Teacher certified to teach K-8 all subjects. I was nominated three times to be published in Who’s Who Among American Teachers. My goals included working with children to instill in my students a thirst for knowledge, motivation for academic growth and development of self esteem. I communicate accurately and effectively in the content area, to include maintaining a professional rapport with students, parents, community leaders, educational associates and specialists, Obtain feedback and communication in a manner which enhances understanding learning. Utilize a variety of methods and resources for each area I would teach. Encourage and develop student involvement, responsibility, and critical thinking skills and manage the classroom to ensure the best use of instructional time. Create an atmosphere conductive to learning, self-discipline of realistic and positive self-concepts. Demonstrat

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I have a knack for working with children of all ages. Currently I am in a 5th grade classroom, helping special education students prepare for the 5th grade assessments. My warm and enthusiastic personality will be considered an asset to your child's academic success. I am patient, understanding, and creative, which makes learning fun and enjoyable for everyone that I have worked with. My credentials and expertise will undoubtedly help your child to succeed both now and in the future. I strive to make a lasting impression with all the students I have the opportunity to work with. As a graduate of Hofstra University with a degree in Early and Elementary Education, I have decided to pursue a Master's Degree in TESOL in order to teach English language learners. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in 2009 and am currently working on a Master's Degree at Queens College. I love working with ch

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I love interacting, teaching, and talking to students. My pleasure comes from seeing the bright smile on a child's face when the confidently turn to me to let me know that they understand what I have taught them. I enjoy developing different strategies for a person to understand the material being learned based around their learning approach, whether they are visual or auditory learners. I like to find fun, simple methods to memorize material. I believe that various ways at understanding material make it quicker to master more information in the same amount of time. Extra help from me as a tutor can make a world of a difference as your child proceeds in his/her educational experience. Graduated from Seton Hall University, located in South Orange, NJ with a bachelor's degree in biology. Studied science for 5 years in college with an emphasis on medical courses to eventually pursue a

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I attended Towson University where I earned a bachelor degree in Special Education and Elementary Education. To further my education, I am enrolled in graduate courses at St. Joseph's College where I will earn my Master's in the field of Literacy and Cognition. I student taught in a fifth grade classroom as well as a fourth grade inclusion class. For the past year I have been tutoring an eight year old girl with special needs. I also have been substitute teaching in the Mt. Sinai school district. I believe that all students can learn. Caring for young children can be a large undertaking for a teacher, but all the effort put forth in caring has great value. Children depend on their teachers for multiple reasons, and through that we can make a huge impact in their lives. As a teacher, I will support all that my students do, and I will be there to help them better their lives acade

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I have always had a strong interest in Education. From my High School teenage years, I tutored Elementary and High School students in the summer that attended my church in my home country Barbados. I went on to pursue my Bachelors degree in Psychology, in which I earned Second Class Honors, so that I could have a deeper understanding of how individuals develop mentally. This advanced understanding of the distinct developmental stages allows me to better adapt my lesson plans to each unique individual that I tutor. While pursuing my masters degree in Industrial Psychology at Iona College, I home tutored 2 very different 5th Grade Elementary School girls from diverse backgrounds. I also worked as the Graduate Assistant of the Education Department at the College and gained invaluable knowledge from co-workers who are experienced teachers, lecturers and Superintendents from all over the

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I say with confidence that my life experiences,enthusiasm, energy,passion for teaching and honed instincts as a teacher make me more confident, driven, enthusiastic and employable than the average new graduate. I am able to challenge students and set realistic goals. I inspire enthusiasm in students which leads to active and engaged learning. I am patient and make a point of treating every child with respect. Additionally, I find it very important to find strenghts in every child. I am committed to help children bridge what they learn today into what they want to become. I believe that providing a child with long term academic study skills is far more effective than short term, quick fix skills. I knew I wanted to teach five minutes into my first teaching job. In 2010, I graduated SUNY Old Westbury College earning certification in Special Education (1-6) and Childhood Education (1-6).

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I love the challenge and creativity that comes with teaching. To see kids have "lightbulb" moments is very rewarding and exciting to me. I am energetic, efficient and compassionate. I am firm yet loving and feel strongly that students will rise to the challenge when given the proper support and encouragement. I enjoy an atmosphere where everyone is involved in the discussion and learning process. I have high expectations and can recognize students strengths and weakness. I like to exploit students' strengths and help them work on their weaknesses. I am willing to help each and every students who needs it. I believe I was called to be an excellent teacher and to impact the lives of children in a positive way. I was an Aide in the resource center at Pollard Middle School in Massachusetts and interned as a floating substitute at Elias Howe School in Bridgeport. I student taught fou

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I hold a Master's degree in Education and am certified to teach Literacy Education in New York State. When I was living in Buffalo,NY I substitute taught several different subjects for over two years. I also took a job as a personal assistant/nanny to a family in Great Neck allowed me the opportunity to familiarize myself with Long lsland while continuing to work with children tutoring them for a year. Since then I have been subbing in South Country and Sachem school districts for all subjects. Dynamic and stimulating teaching environments motivate students. I am confident in my ability to create such an environment, utilizing a variety of current teaching philosophies and techniques to encourage my students to involve themselves in the learning process. . Having a positive impact on a child's life is the greatest reward a teacher can experience. I consider myself a cre

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I am the perfect candidate to teach and tutor children. I understand the importance of a good education and what a difference it can make in a person’s life. I believe that all children need a chance to excel in education. It is my philosophy that respect between student and teacher must be established over a course of time in order to improve on his or her educational growth. Furthermore, classroom management must be created; because a healthy learning environment is of the utmost importance. I believe that all children can learn. Some may struggle, but through the use of different teaching styles he or she will succeed. I am patient, hard working, and will never give up on a child who needs help. It gives me great joy to help students achieve. I was very fortunate to attend Meredith College in Raleigh, NC where they teach students to be leaders and exceptional educators. I re

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During college, I tutored a group of my peers in several courses. Some of them being, but not limited to: small group communication, interpersonal communication, accounting, intermediate algebra, and multimedia and graphic design. My teaching style is very simplistic. I find that things make sense and become easier to do when you convey the instructions or operations in a clear and simple manner. I love breaking things down and explaining them, so that when the whole picture is viewed, it all makes sense. I am very patient and understanding. I am also very systematic and logical and try to teach in that way.

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As a Masters of Library Science graduate, I am interested in sharing reference knowledge and tutoring students in English or Writing. Years as a corporate professional in marketing, manufacturing and retail along with a diverse education in Librarianship, Humanities & Creative Arts, Fashion Marketing has enabled me to learn Web 2.0 social media information technology skills, and edit, author training manuals, correspondence, essays, or freelance pieces. I believe in encouraging all individuals to read, write and learn in a positive way that best fits his or her specific learning needs. The best teacher helps guide a student through the process hands-on and finds the way to make it clear to that person on their level through gentle discovery and practice.

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My education in the BMCC Direct Care Counseling has improved my skill as an administrator, communicator and counselor. The ministry experience has expanded my prospective of life and people. I have extensive training in connecting the LA curriculum to the Multiple Intelligence’s and knowledge of the Balance Literacy Program. Presently, I am in the process of completing a graduate certificate in Adult Learning and Students with Disabilities. I also work for YAI as a counselor, in order to complete my counseling experience and background to complete my CASAC-T certification. I am confident of my ability to stimulate and motivate individuals toward personal growth and achievement and would welcome the opportunity to work with your staff Most children need to be used to support adaptation in a learning environment. Therefore, the study in Multiple Intelligences shows that it’s not alway

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Since middle school, I have been tutoring my classmates on a casual level. I have helped them with difficult concepts, taught them how to outline, and, continuing even now to law students, I have read numerous Research, English, and Composition papers. In my last semester of college, I worked at our campus Writing Center as a tutor and was hired to be a private tutor for an eight-year-old home-schooled student. As an MFA student, I had been in an active workshop for two years, critiquing an average of 50 pages of creative writing per week. As a volunteer, I work one-on-one with a hospital patient on poetry once a week. I have a casual teaching style, one that I have kept with me since I was young. My parents have been phenomenal teachers to me merely through their nature, and in school, I have been extremely fortunate enough to have several outstanding teachers along the way who have ins

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