Sheila H.
- Fairbanks, AK 99712 ( 28.2 mi )
- Elementary Phonics Tutor
- Female
- Member since: 04/2014
- Will travel up to 20 miles
- Rates from $30 to $35 /hr
- I am a Certified Teacher
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On-line
In-Home
In-Group
- Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary Study Skills, Elementary Vocabulary, Elementary Reading, Elementary Grammar, Elementary, Basic Learning Skills
Tutor:Homeschool Mentor, Elementary Educator, Teacher
I believe kids learn best through natural processes in real life situations. In a larger classroom where it is much more difficult to be able to provide that, I create an atmosphere that simulates real life as much as possible. I am gentle and understanding but also strict and down to business when needed. I try to gauge what a child most needs in the moment just as I do in other relationships in my life. While children are not just mini adults, they do have a lot of the same human issues we all have. So I take into consideration the whole child and plan accordingly. I still teach the basics.I believe the foundations of simple straightforward old fashioned basics are the keys to building to deeper learning. I teach with patience and hope and a love for seeing learning grow.
I have worked with elementary age children since 1997 when I earned my Elementary Education Degree. I substit ... read more
