
Fun Facts
I love to travel and have visited many foreign countries, including Spain, The Dominican Republic, Canada, Puerto Rico & Nicaragua. While overseas I love to learn the native language, taste new foods, and meet new people. I hope to continue these adventures throughout my lifetime!
About Me
After many many years of schooling I am now staying home full time to care for my 2 young toddler/preschooler daughters. We love to play at the park, go on hikes, and read stories together. My family is everything to me. I also love to run & do yoga, go camping, attend live music concerts, and travel.
Experience
I hold a Bachelor's of Science in Education & a Master's of Arts (graduating Summa Cum Laude) in Teaching English as a Second Language. I have 8 years of teaching experience, Preschool through College level, and taught writing at University for 2 years as a graduate assistant.
Approach
1. Get to know my student a bit by learning about her/his background, family, hobbies, strengths, & favorite ways to learn.
2. Proceed with a short diagnostic assessment to determine strengths & areas to improve upon with target subject and needs.
3. Develop a short term or long term syllabus based on desired outcomes.
4. Teach while having fun!
University of Central Missouri
Elementary Education
University of Central Missouri
Teaching English as a Second Language, 4.0
MastersChild Development Tutoring
I received all As in my coursework. My courses included Child Pyschology, Children's Literature, Language Development, Early Childhood Curriculum & Methods, and many others. I taught Preschool & Kindergarten for 7 years.
Education Tutoring
I received all As in my coursework. My courses included Curriculum & Instruction, Family & Community Services, Art in Education, Music in Education, Science in Education, Special Education, and many others. I taught PreK-4th grade for 7 years.
English Tutoring
I received all As in my coursework. My courses included English Literature, English Grammar, English Syntax, Semantics, Morphology, Essay Writing, and many others. I also taught Composition 101 at University for 2 years.
Reading Comprehension Tutoring
I received all As in my coursework. My courses included Literature, Analytical Reading, Foundations of Reading, Reading Comprehension, Fluency, and many others. I also taught reading from Kindergarten-College level for 8 years.
Spanish I Tutoring
I received all As in my Spanish coursework. My courses included Beginning Spanish, Spanish Literature, Spanish Grammar, Spanish Conversation, Spanish Composition, and many others. I also taught Spanish Native Language Literacy for 5 years and have traveled to many Spanish speaking countries.
Study Skills Tutoring
I received a 4.0 in all of my Master's Degree coursework which only results from having amazing study skills. I pride myself on my ability to study effectively and efficiently. I am very organized and thorough.
Writing Tutoring
I received all As in my Writing coursework. My courses included English Literature, English Grammar, English Syntax, Semantics, Morphology, Essay Writing, and many others. I also taught Composition 101 at University for 2 years.
Homework Coach Tutoring
I received a 4.0 in all of my Master's Degree coursework which only results from having amazing study skills. I pride myself on my ability to study effectively and efficiently. I am very organized and thorough. I am very skilled at providing Homework Coach assistance.
Spanish Tutoring
I received all As in my Spanish coursework. My courses included Beginning Spanish, Spanish Literature, Spanish Grammar, Spanish Conversation, Spanish Composition, and many others. I also taught Spanish Native Language Literacy for 5 years and have traveled to many Spanish speaking countries.
Arts Tutoring
I received As in all of my Arts coursework in University. My courses included Fine Art, Drawing, Music Appreciation, Poetry & Theatre. I am a creative type and can think both creatively & analytically in this subject.
Religion Tutoring
I received all As in my Religion coursework. My courses included Global Religions, American Religious History, Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, Islam, Christianity & Hinduism. I am always reading a new Religion based book to keep update with new ideas
Science Tutoring
I received all As in my Science coursework. My courses including Biology, Ecology, Geology, Chemistry & Physics. I also taught from a Science Curriculum daily for 5 years.
Social Studies Tutoring
I received all As in my Social Studies coursework. My courses included History, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, & many others. I also taught from a Social Studies curriculum for 5 years.
ESL/ESOL Tutoring
I received a Master's of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (MA TESL). I graduated Summa Cum Laude after completing all of my coursework. My courses included ESL Academic Reading & Writing Skills, ESL Academic Listening & Speaking Skills, ESL Grammar, Morphology, Error Analysis, and many others.
Praxis Tutoring
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education & much of the content learned in my coursework is found on the Praxis. I also completed 12 sections of the Praxis and achieved excellent scores. I am a fantastic test taker and can offer invaluable advice on test taking strategies as well.
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