Top Phonics Tutors serving Portage

Jonathan: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...Kindergarten classroom for two years and acted as the morning supervisor for all K-2 students. I tutored a wide range of K-6 students during this time in both math and writing. My favorite subject to tutor is writing, followed by reading. I have years of experience tutoring writing, and alongside the wealth of knowledge I...
Education & Certification
St Lawrence University - Bachelors, Global Studies; Communication Arts
Northeastern Illinois University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education MAT
SAT Verbal: 720
GRE: 313
GRE Quantitative: 152

Brandee: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
It is my belief that students are sponges; given the proper tools and resources, their abilities are endless!... To teach is to touch lives!... Ice-breakers and learning through play.... Through repetition and teach backs.... Positive reinforcement and encouragement.... Take the lesson to where the student understands it, and begin to rebuild towards the new skill.... Repetition and encourage reading each night, aside from the tutoring sessions. Get the family involved with asking questions about stories that...
Education & Certification
Kaplan University-Davenport Campus - Bachelors, Human Services

Jared: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...Therefore, engaging with the right tools and resources is essential for improving our ability to communicate confidently. Prior engagement in the classroom has also inspired me to find creative ways for students to clear their minds by sorting out information so that learning comes more naturally. I look forward to helping you achieve your English...
Education & Certification
Ivy Tech Community College - Associate in Arts, Machine Tool Technology
Olivet Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Theology
Olivet Nazarene University - Master of Arts, Theology
State Certified Teacher

Mary (Madeleine): Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...continent, Benin, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania; also Ireland, U.K. and continental Europe.) I have taught high school (Chicago) and served as Director of a Chicago Learning Center overseeing GED, ESL and Adult Basic Education programs. I volunteer weekly at the Nursery at my church, with pre-school children. While I tutor a broad range of...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, History

Jason: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in SAT/ACT test preparation in all associated sections. I am and always have been a lifetime learner and do all I can to impart this facet of myself on my students. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and son, weight training,...
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's College-New York - Bachelors, Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters, Business Administration and Management

Anna: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...or to aid in their studies. My ultimate goal is to help you achieve your own goals. There is nothing more important that an education (except one's health). No one can take an education away from you. When you truly learn something, you never lose it. I'm here to help you learn, not just to...
Education & Certification
Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelors, Creative Writing

David: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...Investors and high net worth individuals. I have travelled extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. I was raised in Chicago but have lived in NYC. I have raised two (2) boys who both had ADD/ADHD. They have both Graduated from College and are very successful. I was able to teach them that they needed...
Education & Certification
Simpson College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

David: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...In my free time I enjoy playing basketball, writing, listening/telling stories, and playing board games. I enjoy seeing students suddenly "get it," particularly in the areas of math, writing, and reading (for school and/or standardized tests). I believe learning and teaching should be done in a way that makes the subject APPLICABLE to our real...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Organizational Behavior Studies

Brigette: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday Math, Go Math, Connected Math, TouchMath, Envision Math, Lucy Caulkins Writing Program, Wilson Reading Program, Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy, and several others. I am passionate about working with children and love supporting learners with their diverse needs.... I love playing get to know you games to learn about the student as a whole. I also find learning inventories particularly helpful to...
Education & Certification
Cornell College - Bachelors, Elementary Education and French
University of St Francis - Current Grad Student, Learning and Behavior Specialist
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31

Marissa: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
I've always enjoyed tutoring as a way to express my love of writing and math. I'm excited to help and meet some families in my neighborhood!
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 36

Faith: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...how to do things. I was also mentoring them. I am very passionate about working with kids because they really are the future. I like being able to have an impact on their growth and development. It gives me joy to see a student accomplish something that they thought was impossible. In reality, nothing is...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Special Education

Aurora: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
Bachelors, International Politics and Economics, 2014 Graduate: Calumet College of Saint Joseph: Current Grad Student, Masters of Arts in Teaching, 2017
Education & Certification
Allegheny College - Bachelors, International Politics and Economics
Calumet College of Saint Joseph - Current Grad Student, Masters of Arts in Teaching
LSAT: 153

Lauren: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to know my students in order to understand their goals, strengths, needs, and learning styles. When I'm not teaching, I love listening to records (I was a radio DJ...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, History
National Louis University - Masters, MAT

Hayat: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...act as a guide for the student to learn, explore and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning, and will hinder their progress, so I make it a point to provide discussion-based instruction, where the student has an active role in his/her own learning. I have an eclectic taste in music, enjoy reading...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership

Kyle : Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
Hello! I feel that involvement and engagement in education is the key to our society's future. I find great joy and passion helping others to reach their full potential in a way that is challenging yet rewarding for everyone involved. I hope to get a chance to work with you!
Education & Certification
Central Michigan University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater Arts

Christina: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...method, which is a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly effective because it is tailored to the individual needs of each student. I take the time to assess each student's strengths and challenges, and then create a personalized learning plan that is tailored to...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Northern Illinois University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Elaine: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...evidence-based practice and test-taking strategy. My goal is to support future SLPs with clear, focused guidance to build their confidence and help them pass the exam with success. I also provide middle school reading comprehension tutoring. I am a speech-language pathologist in a middle school with experience working with students to increase their vocabulary and reading...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology
State Certified Teacher

Marie: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...currently work with primary students, I have a passion for working with high school students and helping them prepare for their next steps in life! I have experience teaching English as a foreign language, French, and most primary level subjects (math, science, social studies). I love to make personal connections and grow bonds with my...
Education & Certification
Saint Mary's College - Bachelor in Arts, Global Studies

Kaye: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...and at an individual pace. Academic standards do not always allow for those disparities, My passion is getting your students to succeed and enjoy the journey! Essay writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary for middle, high school and adult literacy students is fundamental. Allow me the opportunity to assist your student in this endeavor.
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
Loyola University-Chicago - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Amanda: Portage Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Portage, IN
...student to independently find a solution to their problem(s). Upon engaging with your student a few times, I will have troubleshot their academic weaknesses. As we continue, with every issue they have, I will be able to help them because I know where they struggle. I am fun and I will make sure that every...
Education & Certification
Saint Xavier University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Governors State University - Master of Arts, Media Communication
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