"Hi there!

Since I was seven years old, I knew that I wanted to dedicate my life to teaching. I possess an enthusiasm and passion for learning, and I'd love to share that enthusiasm with you!

I've been working as a private tutor for over ten years, so I have lots of experience in all subject areas. I've worked with all kinds of people, from very young children just learning their letters to adults in their 50s looking for a new career. I specialize in individually based instruction that is formulated around my students' needs. This means that no matter what your learning style is or what difficulties you have, I will find a way to help you learn!

Over the years, I've been fortunate enough to work with families who have many different needs. I understand how frustrating school and learning can be. I want to help alleviate that frustration by building on your strengths, while working on your areas of need. I consider myself to be fairly tenacious. I truly believe that everyone can learn! I will do everything I can, even if it means trying a plethora of different techniques, to help you find what works best for you.

I use a combination of tools to help my students, from games to technology to manipulatives. I will supply you with an array of learning aids that will help you in whichever area you're struggling. I am very flexible because I understand how crazy life can be. I will do my very best to make our schedules work together.

As far as what I teach, as I've said I have taught pretty much everything. In the elementary grades, I teach reading from the ground up, working on phonics, word recognition, reading strategies, and comprehension. As children grow, their approach to reading should change, so I provide suggestions for older children who are struggling as well. Because reading is so very important, my main priority is to help children develop a love of reading. After all, books can take us anywhere we want to go!

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