Learning To Mastery
About
•Master Teacher K-12 teacher 28 years of experience evaluating learning difficulties and using proven interventions using data driven instructional decisions.
•Special Education and remedial teacher with a Masters in Education, and administrative and Physical Education licenses.
•Passionate Teacher who specializes in data driven Instructional techniques, proven brain based learning practices and tailor made lessons based on student learning styles and needs.
•Tutoring Experience of 10 years using methods and materials designed for the student based on their skills, strengths and areas needing intervention.
•Study skills teacher who teaches learners about learning and use metacognitive strategies to help empower the learner to take charge of their success.
•Tutoring areas: Pre-Reading, Elementary Reading and Literacy / Vocabulary to 9th grade. Study and Test taking skills. Math interventions Pre-School to 8th grade. Reading for Science, Health, Social Studies, Art studies.
•Instruction and skill attainment celebrated with positive reinforcement designed to allow the student to see themselves improving and meeting their own goals.
•Developmentally appropriate coaching and guidance for students who have Individualized Education Plans or 504 plans for any disability.
•Ability to provide advocacy for parents and families going through the special education processes.
My passion is educating children who have difficulties with traditional learning techniques and settings. I am thrilled when students reach an a'ha moment or make even the smallest improvements. I enjoy students of all ages and from diverse backgrounds. My experience includes teaching individuals with all types of learning, emotional and behavioral disabilities as well as English Language Learners. I am so happy when students succeed.