Hilary W.

• Ludlow, VT 05149 ( 34.4 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female Age 67
• Member since: 08/2021
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35 to $75 /hr
• On-line In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Journalism, Creative Writing, Composition

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Competence Starts with Confidence

Ever since I was in Honors English in high school back in the seventies (yes, I am a "well seasoned" teacher versus "an old teacher"), I knew that I wanted to dedicate my college years to taking every writing and literature class I could get my hands on. Once my composition was chosen as the "model essay" in my English Comp 101 class at Adelphi University, and was read by students for many years after I graduated, I knew that I meant to be a teacher and share my love for literature, writing, and "coloring outside the lines," inspiring students to be reflective, thoughtful and creative readers, writers, thinkers, and speakers. I have over 15 years experience teaching students in grades 5-12 and my greatest asset is teaching students with very diverse skill sets and cognitive abilities.
My teaching style is based on student-centered, social-emotional learning, where my core values ar ... read more

Michele D.

• Round Lake, NY 12151 ( 28 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female Age 35
• Member Since: 02/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $30.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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English Language Arts Teacher

I have currently spent over 350 hours in a variety of school settings. From private school to public, first grade to twelfth, I have seen it all. The majority of my experience has taken place in a suburban middle school, however I have also spent a reasonable ammount of time working with inner city high school students. I double majored in college to recieve a bachelors degree in literature and writing, and spent a full year interning at a student run newspaper as a journalist and copy editor. I have tutored middle school students with a variety of learning disabilities, as well as SAT prep for high school students. I am currently registered for a series of NYS tests to earn my certification to teach.
I believe that real learning takes place when students are actively engaged in the material. Finding the right materials to teach with will often inspire intrinsic motivation.

Stacey M.

• Watervliet, NY 12189 ( 28.8 mi )
• Experienced Reading Tutor

• Female Age 37
• Member Since: 08/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Group
• Also Tutors: Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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My degree is in English/Theatre arts. I excelled in Shakespeare, British and American Literature from Chaucer to Sylvia Plath. I enjoy reading anything I can get my hands on. Had a 3.75 GPA in English. I am currently working on my elementary education Master's degree from Grand Canyon University's online program.

Tiffany M.

• Bennington, VT 05201 ( 5.7 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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As A recent graduate from a Liberal Arts School, I found it easy to connect with teaching as my calling. I have always driven for high levels of excellence in and outside the classroom and work force. Having an English and Philosphy background, I find it easy to critically think and annotate extensively works of literature. And from that I find that my skills are up to par due to writing research papers and annotating other people's work. My experiance as a student teacher at a private school in rural VT, allowed me to expand the pupils' minds to outside their comfort zone in order to learn about the world we live and the connection it has to literature.
Teaching is not for everyone, but I knew it was for me when I started student teaching and felt the adrenaline rush of 25 eyes staring up at me for guidance. I feel the need to spread as much knowledge as possible to the up and com ... read more

Jillien G.

• Manchester Center, VT 05255 ( 13.7 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2011
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $53.00 to $67.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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I believe in letting children be themselves, in developing a comfortable rapport with each student so that true learning can take place. I firmly believe in discovery learning and in piquing a child's natural curiosity. My aim is to find the proper teaching approach for each student by analyzing his or her strengths and weaknesses, and by promoting his or her self-esteem and unique talents. Teaching has been a gratifying part of my past career, and I would like to return to this field as soon as possible.
As a graduate of Bard College, where I earned a degree in English literature, I have acquired an excellent background in the discipline of writing and composition. I have built upon this experience by earning two Master's degrees, one in Special Education and the other in Library Science. I enjoy and excel in the field of research as evidenced by my career choices, for exampl ... read more

Ellen L.

• Bondville, VT 05340 ( 17.3 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Composition

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A Little Bit About Me...

I base my teaching on the pholosophy of Eli Siegal: "Aesthetic Realism". It states that "All beauty is a making one of opposites, and a making one of opposites is what we are going after in ourselves" Thus, I relate the subject matter in hand to students' personal lives. For example, if we are learning Le Chartelier's Princlple, which concerns the response of a chemical reaction to stress, I have my students discuss the types of stress they experience, and their responses. We compare this to the beautifully precise and appropriate reaction in Chemistry, where the response is never inapproriate, insufficent or in excess. This method has also taught me that I have much to learn from my students and their life experiences. .
I have taught for over 25 years in settings as varied as inner city schools in NYC to a small public school in Arlington Vermont, and an elite private school ... read more

Gretchen R.

• Petersburgh, NY 12138 ( 18.9 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $50.00 to $55.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Grammar

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I believe that children learn best when they are engaged in meaningful, interesting work. My goal is to provide an educational experience in which your child will build skills and confidence. I rarely use worksheets and textbooks to teach these skills. I prefer to make and use games and activities that will help your child master necessary skills. Learning is fun!
I have 11 years of teaching experience in various settings. I have taught in public and private schools. For six years, I was a lead teacher in a Montessori Elementary classroom. During this time, I studied the curriculum and philosophy of Montessori Education. I have gained many skills through this experience that I can share with your child that will lead to success. I have also worked closely with aligning curriculum to New York State Learning Standards, to assure that my students are meeting state standards.

Jacqueline F.

• Schuylerville, NY 12871 ( 19.8 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $57.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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As a classroom teacher, I focused on individualizing student instruction through the application of multiple intelligences in lessons and activities, implementing a differentiated curriculum, and individualizing student assessment by adhering to authentic assessment techniques; evaluating students through a combination of summative and formative measures as well as performance based learning tasks.
I have been an educator for 13 years. The majority of my career in education has been for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA). I was given the opportunity to teach at various overseas duty locations located in Puerto Rico, Japan, and South Korea. I possess New York State Professional Teaching Credentials in Childhood Education, have an earned MSED in Education and I am presently pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Teacher Leadership. I also have extensive grammar an ... read more

Kimberly C.

• Argyle, NY 12809 ( 23 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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My teaching experience includes a wide variety of situations. I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with children in grades kindergarten, one, two, three and four in a number of educational models, including multi-age groupings, departmentalized models and the traditional classroom. In addition to my work with younger students, I have tutored high school and college students, as well as adult learners in the areas of language and writing.
My approach to teaching relies heavily on the use of modeling. Modeling is a powerful tool in the development of not only writing and language skills, but also in exposing my students to a framework which will allow them to hone their own thought processes and work habits. Incorporating a wide variety of vocabulary-building activities into daily lessons strengthens my students' understanding of the subject area and provides ... read more

Theresa B.

• Mechanicville, NY 12118 ( 23.1 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $50.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Grammar

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As a parent, I decided to return to school and pursue my teaching degree. I hold NYS certification in Childhood Education and Literacy. I have been a substitute teacher for over five years, and I am currently covering a maternity leave in a second grade classroom. I've tutored a second grade and fourth grade student, in reading. I am proficient in assessment of reading abilities and use these assessments to design the best reading program for my students.
I love teaching children, it's been an important part of my adult life. As a teacher I realize that each child is unique and that children learn in different ways. I am patient, flexible, and caring. I believe in challenging all students to reach their full academic potential. I love to read and teaching children the reading skills that they need, to successful in their academic years, is something I am very passiona ... read more

Carol T.

• Stillwater, NY 12170 ( 23.1 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $59.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Grammar

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My teaching style is inquiry based. I enjoying finding what the students are interested in and building the curriculum around their interests along with meeting the state standards. I am patient and easy going. I enjoy working with students of all ages. I believe that students need to have hands on experiences so they can connect what they are learning to real life experiences.
I have completed my Masters Degree in Education after working as a paraprofessional in many different special education classes. I am certified as an elementary teacher. Pending is my Special Education and my literacy endorsement. I have worked for five years in a special education classroom. I have also worked extensively with grades K-6. My student teaching was completed in grade 2 and I really enjoy this age group. I have worked with elementary students and high school students. Ea ... read more

Katelyn C.

• Troy, NY 12182 ( 23.1 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Grammar

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I have been given a solid education at the undergraduate level at The College of Saint Rose where I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood Education. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certification in both Early Childhood Education and Childhood Education. I have just recently been accepted into the college’s Curriculum and Instruction program at the Graduate Level. I am also working on an advanced certificate in teaching student with disabilities. I have recently finished a yearlong mentoring program through a local elementary school called the ‘Help Yourself Academy’, which allows underprivileged children to have positive role models in their everyday life. Educating children is something I take pride in and get reward out of.
There is nothing I love more than working with children. I am continually fascinated by how children learn and how they help me to grow as an educa ... read more

Karen B.

• Stillwater, NY 12170 ( 23.4 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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While earning my degree in earth and atmospheric science I was a tutor to underclassmen at my university in the subjects of earth science and geography. I have a firm understanding of earth science, meteorology, geography, physics and geology. As a senior, I completed extensive research in 3 upper level classes, completing a 6 credit independent study class with an A as well as two other independent study classes with A's. I enjoy teaching and instructing young children how to ride horses in my free time.
I enjoy teaching individuals as well as small groups, understanding each person has specific needs and study habits. My goal is to help you and your child find a study method that works and leads to an understanding of a subject. I strive to get to know you and your child and make a subject easy to understand by breaking down complex ideas and concepts to 'everyday terms'. I attem ... read more

Christi F.

• Mechanicville, NY 12118 ( 23.8 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $50.00 to $58.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Grammar

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They way i teach a student how to learn to read is i give them something i know they can read and then i will give them something else that they might need help with and find out what there goals are and what they want to get out of it and work with them to reach it. I want to be able to see the child do well and have them feel good. I believe they can learn they just need a little extra help and that is what i am there for
I had an intern for Literacy for adults and they sent me to classes and then they set me with a young girl in 3rd grade and i helped her learn to read and i met up with her every other day till she met her goal which took about a year to do but in the time i learned i loved to help her and make her smile when she did something right even when it wasnt 100% correct she still was learning

Patrick G.

• Stillwater, NY 12170 ( 24.5 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Practiced for years as an attorney for NYS. Semi-retired now. I have also been a tutor with the Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) in Albany, NY. I met with a Korean graduate student at U. Albany and helped him learn English. I am also able to help in foreign language tutoring with German and French.
I was trained well by the Literacy volunteers of America. I believe that my style is to help the student with repetition, while still making learning fun, via conversation and connecting the importance of what is being learned to every day life.