"Hi! Would you like to help your child improve their grades or get ahead in math? Do you need someone who speaks English and Spanish? Would you like to prepare your child for 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade? My name is Elvira. I have been an bilingual elementary school teacher for over 25 years. I have experience from first grade to fifth. I have been a self-contained teacher which means that I teach all subjects. I really enjoy math and science, but I'm very willing to work with a student who needs help in reading as well. I am also a certified ESL and bilingual teacher.

I believe that practice makes perfect. I like to introduce math skills in a way that makes them fun. I like to use mnemonic devices to help my students remember key concepts. I try to present concepts in a way that makes them easy to remember and easy to apply when working independently.

I have four kids of my own. One is a high school senior. Two of my kids are in college. My oldest child has graduated from college. When I'm not in school, I enjoy movies and books." less...