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Klarissa S.

• Red House, VA 23963 ( 20.6 mi )
• Spelling Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I've always believed that children learn by doing. I would rather have my students get real hands-on experience because concepts can be better attained and understood if children get real experience with it. I also believe that children learn differently from one another and a teacher should be able to accommodate the different learning styles of her or his students. One method may not work for a student, so I feel that it is the teacher's responsibility to make sure each student reaches their full potential by finding ways that will work for her/his students and then incorporate these differences in the classroom.
After watching a documentary on teachers teaching in the inner city, I decided to switch my major from Pre-Law to Elementary Education. I've always loved learning and I wanted to be able to convey that same message to my students. In college, I majored in Elementary Educ ... read more

Maria M.

• Farmville, VA 23901 ( 22.5 mi )
• Spelling Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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As children learn in different ways and at different paces, many have difficulty adapting to the standardized teaching of institutional education. I believe that children learn best from a personal approach that meets their needs and draws on their strengths. I begin the teaching process by building rapport, encouraging ideas, and instilling confidence. I then determine a starting point by measuring the child’s aptitude. Following initial sessions, I develop an individualized plan that ensures appropriate and effective teaching methods. My style is flexible, patient, and engaging. The child is not a passive listener but an active part of the process, and he or she will feel more confident and independent with each session.
As a counselor, mentor, and student, I have gained valuable insights into teaching and motivating others. I have earned a BA in Human Development, and I am curre ... read more

Angela E.

• Farmville, VA 23901 ( 23 mi )
• Spelling Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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I love teaching and working with all populations. I am patient and flexible in my teaching styles. I believe that everyone learns differently and you have to take time and patience to assess what style will be effective for each individual. I am very optimistic and determine. I dont give up easy and try to problem solve to get positive outcomes.
I have worked with children and families for the past twenty years in various settings. I have a BS in social science from Longwood University and a Master's of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. My career and experience entails training others, instructing in a collegiate setting, writing assessments, reports and maintaining vital documentation on client progress.

Douglas B.

• Appomattox, VA 24522 ( 28.9 mi )
• Spelling Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Reading, Grammar

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My experiences have spanned all ages and types of children's learning abilities. From a church setting, to a public school to a driver training car. As a substitute teacher, I worked on developing a good rapport with the students. And was always willing to assist them in working towards understanding the concepts before them. I am very patient and understanding with the children, because a stressful environment is not conducive to learning. I believe that a child should be able to learn while they are having fun and that positive reinforcement can go a long way towards helping develop good study skills.
I have a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering and was a software engineer for over 25 years. In 2003, I was certified for Middle School Mathematics in Massachusetts. I have enjoyed being a substitute teacher over 200 days in various Middle and High Schools. I have worked f ... read more

jason d.

• lynchburg, VA 24504 ( 40.9 mi )
• Spelling Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Reading

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I try to find the best way to relate the given information to the student. Not everyone learns the same way. I will find what makes the most sense to the student and help them understand the given information. Throughout my education, I sometimes just wanted a different approach to the information. I would ask others their opionions and things all of a sudden were clear. That is what I want for my students.
I have been involved in tutoring many of my peers throughout high school and college. I find it very rewarding to help others succeed in their education. Many of my peers just needed a different way to have the information presented to them. They needed to be outside of the classroom. They needed to feel comfortable. I gave them all those things as well as encouragement.