Grade Levels
Elementary School, Middle School
Tutoring Specialties
ADD & ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, EL (English Learners), Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Gifted/Advanced population, Students with varying disabilities, Tiered Support
Bio
I prioritize building personal connections with students before instruction, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student feels valued. Small-group instruction allows for differentiation and encourages students to ask questions. I provide feedback on their strengths ("glows") and areas for improvement ("grows"), while promoting self-assessment to build independence, confidence, and academic success. To create a supportive atmosphere, I engage students about their day, share about my family, and practice patience. I’m a married mother of three sons, and my family enjoys watching sports (Go Philadelphia Eagles!). In my spare time, I love exercising, yoga, reading, cooking, and beach trips. I chose tutoring because it aligns with my belief that small-group instruction best supports learners.
Teacher Specialization
I am a licensed teacher with a special education endorsement for grades K-12. I have a dual Master's Degree in Education and Special Education with many years of implementing the Science of Reading instructional framework. I have 12 years of teaching experience, and 6 years of virtual tutoring experience. I have tutored students, in reading, math, science and social studies, from grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. I specialize in personalized online tutoring for students with diverse learning needs, including learning disabilities and autism. Using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and evidence-based interventions, I deliver engaging, data-driven lessons, achieving up to 15% student growth. Proficient in virtual platforms I create inclusive, supportive sessions to foster academic success and confidence.
Courses
1st Grade English Language Arts, 1st Grade Math, 1st Grade Social Studies, 2nd Grade English Language Arts, 2nd Grade Math, 2nd Grade Social Studies, 3rd Grade English Language Arts, 3rd Grade Math, 3rd Grade Social Studies, 4th Grade English Language Arts, 4th Grade Math, 4th Grade Social Studies, 5th Grade English Language Arts, 5th Grade Math, 5th Grade Social Studies, Elementary Reading, English Language Arts 6, English Language Arts 7, English Language Arts 8, ESL 1, ESL 2, ESL 3, Kindergarten English Language Arts, Kindergarten Math, Kindergarten Social Studies, Math 6, Math 7, Math 8, Pre-Algebra, Social Studies 7, Social Studies 8
