Grade Levels
Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Tutoring Specialties
EL (English Learners), ADD & ADHD, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Tiered Support, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Gifted/Advanced population, Students with varying disabilities
Bio
I’m an Educator (highly-qualified teaching status) and Life Coach with a passion for learning and supporting growth. I enjoy supporting both adult and K-12 learners. With over 25 years of combined experience in education, training, accounting, and hospitality/tourism, I bring a well-rounded perspective to my teaching. I aim to be timely and responsive in all communication. I have a deep appreciation for all cultures and learning styles. My goal is to create a positive, supportive learning environment where learners of all ages can succeed — guided by practical help and real-world knowledge. I value lifelong learning, family, and nature.
Teacher Specialization
My accomplishments: "Best Practices for English Language Learner Strategies" (Qualitative Research- Case Study), Dissertation of the Year Nominee, and Staff of the Year. My education: PhD in Ed. Leadership, Master’s in Adult Ed. and Training, Master’s in Curriculum. and Instruction, and Bachelor’s in Elem. Ed. Experience in Higher Education: Successfully supporting over 500 graduate-level learners per academic quarter, providing targeted academic assistance and contributing to improved learning outcomes. Experience in K–12 Education: Delivering individualized online tutoring to more than 2,000 learners, fostering academic growth and enhancing subject mastery. Multi-tiered systems of support are used to bolster inclusive practices through relationship-building. My in-person experience includes public, private, charter, and Montessori schools. Additional expertise: TESOL, FERPA, IDEA, Crisis prevention
Courses
1st Grade English Language Arts, 1st Grade Science, 1st Grade Social Studies, 2nd Grade English Language Arts, 2nd Grade Science, 2nd Grade Social Studies, 3rd Grade English Language Arts, 3rd Grade Science, 3rd Grade Social Studies, 4th Grade English Language Arts, 4th Grade Science, 4th Grade Social Studies, 5th Grade English Language Arts, 5th Grade Science, 5th Grade Social Studies, ACT Prep, AP Biology, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Psychology, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Contemporary World Issues, Earth Science, Eastern Hemisphere Studies, English 10, English 11, English 12, English 9, English Creative Writing, English Language Arts 6, English Language Arts 7, English Language Arts 8, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, ESL 1, ESL 2, ESL 3, Geography, Global Studies, High School Admissions, High School US History, High School World History, Journalism, Kindergarten English Language Arts, Kindergarten Science, Kindergarten Social Studies, Life Science, Modern World Studies, Personal Finance, PSAT Prep, Psychology, Public Speaking, SAT Prep, Social Studies 6, Social Studies 7, Social Studies 8, Sociology, World Geography
