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Tutoring by Margaret E. near Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Rate: $40

Margaret E.

K-8 Reading/Dyslexia
  • Colorado Springs, CO 80918
  • Female
  • Member since: 10/2011
  • Will travel up to 5 miles
  • Tutoring Rate: $40 /hr
  • I am a Certified Teacher
  • On-line In-Home
  • Terms: I work with dyslexic students in my home office/classroom or online.

Profile Details

Experience Summary

My qualifications for teaching reading and dyslexia include use of the Orton-Gillingham approach and the Barton Reading System. With specific teaching methods, students who struggle with decoding, fluency, spelling, comprehension, and writing can be successfully helped to overcome these problems. Each student is provided individual lesson planning, according to his or her demonstrated strengths and weaknesses.

Credentials

Type
Level
Year Rcvd
Title
Issued By
Type:
Degree
Level:
Bachelors
Year Rcvd:
2006
Title:
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Issued By:
Regis University

Teaching Style

As a tutor, I am able to present material and concepts to students in an easy-to-understand manner. Often, I look for ways to relate to students as individuals and connect the academic studies to their personal interests. I have a personable and upbeat teaching style while challenging, pacing, motivating, and holding students accountable for their learning progress.

My Hobbies

My hobbies include swimming, drawing, painting, reading, and spending time with my 5 year old granddaughter.

Other Comments

References from current clients are always available.

Top Subjects

Grammar
Proficiency: Expert

Reading Comprehension
Proficiency: Expert, and one of my top Subjects!

Spelling
Proficiency: Expert

Writing
Proficiency: Expert

Dyslexia
Proficiency: Expert, and one of my top Subjects!
As a language therapist, my training and experience includes the Orton-Gillingham approach and Barton Reading. It is a joy to provide remediation with students with reading problems/dyslexia. To hear and see the progress of my students is always exciting!

Elementary Phonics
Proficiency: Expert