Hilary W.

• Ludlow, VT 05149 ( 34.9 mi )
• Reading Comprehension 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, Literature, Journalism, Creative Writing, Composition

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Reading Comprehension is one of my top subjects! Prescribed reading strategies are used for a reason, but when those strategies do not take into account the learning profiles of the student using these strategies, then it will leave both the teacher and student feel disconnected and frustrated. For students with executive function or cognitive deficits, challenges with reading comprehension and expressive and receptive language skills, it is key for any educator to assess student comprehension and understand where the disconnect is. Many students benefit from chunking (reading short passages and asking questions) rather than tackling 20 pages in a book without engaging in "during reading" strategies (taking notes; asking questions; highlighting vocabulary words they do not understand; putting questions marks next to sentences that are confusing; etc.). I have over 15 years experience working with students whose greatest challenge was reading comprehension, and once we break down larger pieces of text into smaller, more manageable pieces, students start to build confidence and resilience and think more about "their thinking," which are the building blocks to becoming proficient readers and learners.

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

Susan L.

• Bradford, VT 05033 ( 10 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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My career in education includes a wide range of experience. I began as a substitute teacher covering for classroom teachers ranging from preschool to the 12th grade. My innate teaching abilities became evident and I was highly sought after. Returning to college to earn my teaching certification, I gained experience in special education teaching summer school. I student taught 3rd and 4th grade, then was hired to teach 5th grade which I did for 2 years. Returning to my love of special education, my taught for another 3 years. During this time, I successfully tutored many students in language arts, math and social studies.
Due to my background and experience in behavorial science, my warm personality and sense of humor, students quickly learn to trust me; thus the learning begins. My analytical insights and assessments of each student's learning style including their strengths ... read more

Charles H.

• Canaan, NH 03741 ( 13.8 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Literature, Grammar, Composition

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For the last four years I have been at Cardigan Mountain School, where I taught English, Latin, Homeric Greek, ESL, and Ancient History. I collaborated with the English Dept., providing, via Power Point Lecture Presentations, the historical background to Tennyson’s epic account of the Light Brigade at Balaklava and Shakespeare’s Henry V, and, as part of the eight grade history seminar, I delivered a forty-minute lecture on Hitler and the Holocaust. In my time here I have also played in the faculty band, directed a student rock band or two, taught beginning guitar and marksmanship as clubs, and fulfilled the duties of Medical Driver, dorm parent, and sometimes videographer.
In my classroom one might observe the same material presented in various ways by means of lectures, DVD documentaries, readings, discussions, and Power Point presentations in order to accommodate the students’ d ... read more

Kelly M.

• East Barre, VT 05649 ( 21.4 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Physical Education, which means I took several teaching classes. I have worked with youth for almost 10 years, working in schools, summer camps, and most recently as an director of (3) afterschool programs. I worked as a para-educator for 3 years in a school in central VT, helping tutor a 2nd grader and a 7th grader with their academics
I enjoy working with youth, ever since I was in college I have had jobs where I worked with children. I think their fun, and great to be around. I really enjoy helping them excel in whatever they like to do sports or academics. I very flexible in working around schedules, and I easy going and easy to get a long with.

Jessica H.

• East Ryegate, VT 05042 ( 23.3 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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No two children are the same, and we know that this is correct, so therefore it applies to their learning ability as well. Some children need visual simulation to really ingrain the principle that is trying to be understood. While other's learn by complete repetition. My teaching style is all relative to the child and the subject area being covered.
As an average person, I enjoy teaching children the values and importance of their education while befriending them and understanding where they are in relation to their social-emotional, physical, and educational development.

Gregory P.

• Montpelier, VT 05602 ( 30.8 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $63.00 to $75.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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My passion is making mathematics accessible. After high school I was underwhelmed by mathematics. However as I took more math in college, I realized how much I had missed in high school. As I learned more mathematics, I became determined to make it my business to find and implement better methods of educating people on mathematics in a way that does not overwhelm them, but simultaneously makes their learning experience more useful. I studied teacher education as an undergraduate, and attended graduate school at Dartmouth where the program in mathematics has a specific focus on preparing one to teach mathematics. I look forward to continuing making progress on my goal of making mathematics more useful, and more accessible to more students.
I am particularly enthusiastic about teaching mathematics to all students, and my record documents this fact. As an undergraduate I studied educ ... read more

Sherian V.

• Middlesex, VT 05602 ( 35.1 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I have a BA in English with a minor in history and have worked as a freelance copywriter and indexer. As the mother of both a teenage son and a daughter, an occasional substitute teacher, and as a long-time Girl Scout leader, I have had the pleasure of working with children of diverse ages and personalities in a variety of situations. My resulting teaching experience has varied from the purely academic to the hands-on. I have assisted younger students in reading and reading comprehension, and older students in essay writing and research techniques. I have also had extensive experience in writing and editing, and have tutored college students in English literature and essay writing.
I am very relaxed around children, and I try to create a patient and encouraging learning environment. I will often answer a question with a question in order to teach students to approach subjects ... read more

Jennifer O.

• Littleton, NH 03561 ( 35.5 mi )
• Reading Comprehension Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $60.00 to $69.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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My Bachelor’s Degree is in Education, as I worked as a Special Educator for five years before going back to school for my Master's in Social Work. I have gained a successful amount of knowledge in child development, psychology, behavioral intervention, special needs, and substance abuse. I also worked for over a year at my four-year-old daughter’s daycare, while finishing my schooling. I believe that most that have worked with me, would say that I work exceptionally well with others. I am confident that I would be an asset to writing, English, the arts, psychology, social work,essays in a variety of subjects, and sciences.
I love teaching and working with all ages of children. I believe all children can learn, but each in different ways. I am available to help your child find academic success. My goal is to provide the best education possible. I believe all children can meet th ... read more