Featured Tutors – Part Two!
We will be featuring some of our exceptional tutors in August. Our tutors are across the United States and have tremendous backgrounds. Read about their unique approach towards tutoring.
Name: Lauren H.
Location: Northglenn, CO
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Math, reading, writing, early literacy skills (phonemic awareness, phonological awareness and phonics): Elementary
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
When tutoring in reading, I use evidence-based practices rooted in The Science of Reading. I am patient, kind, and encouraging when working with students. I plan activities that are within students ZPD’s. Once a student has mastered a skill identified as a struggle area, I look at what skill is next on the continuum and help students master that skill. I am passionate about the work I do! Seeing the students feel proud of the skills they have accomplished is my favorite thing about tutoring.
Name: Savannah S.
Location: Arvada, CO
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Reading and writing: K-12
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
I am a certified Barton tutor, which is an Orton Gilligham-based curriculum. I think it is so important to reach kids where they are at as struggling readers, writers, and spellers and furnish them with a toolbox to help them succeed. Making students feel successful and capable is the key to any excellent tutoring system and allows students to improve their skills. I love playing learning games as a way for students to grasp complex subjects.
Name: Champagne F.
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Math: Elementary and Pre-K
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
My tutoring approach is tailored to the learning style of the student I am tutoring. I like to encourage and motivate them to build their confidence in what they are learning. My favorite thing about tutoring is I get to see my growth and know that I can help them love school more and see it as a challenge they can overcome.
Name: Beverly B.
Location: Deer Park, TX
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Math, science, reading and writing: Pre-K and Elementary
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
I work on building rapport and trust with the children. Before I ever teach them anything, I work on capturing their heart! Once I establish that everything else is a piece of cake! My favorite thing about tutoring is helping children learn and seeing them benefit from what I'm teaching them.
Name: Hellem J.
Location: Maple Valley, WA
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Reading and writing, Brazilian Portuguese: Pre-K and Elementary
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
I’m a Paraeducator at an elementary school district nearby and a Brazilian Portuguese tutor through an online platform. I believe every child is capable of learning and giving them one a one time is a great way to prepare for the school year. So, when I’m teaching I help the student to believe that they can learn anything they want to. My favorite thing about tutoring is eeing the students confidence growing and their progress in learning as a result.
Name: Laura A.
Location: Denver, CO
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Math, reading: Elementary
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
I really try to make reading fun! The first step to learning is buy-in and the wonderful world of reading is just a door that kiddos need to want to step through. We set goals, compete against ourselves, and celebrate once we’ve achieved those goals. Making mistakes is a part of the learning process and I really push this motto. My favorite thing about tutoring is seeing the growth, the fun, and the lightbulb moments. I also love learning from children.
Name: Dean B.
Location: Brooklyn, NY
What subjects and levels do you tutor? Math, reading, writing, English, French, sports: PreK and Elementary
What is your unique approach to tutoring?
I worked as a Teacher’s Assistant several years ago when considering the pursuit of a Teaching Credential. Wanting to assist children in educational growth and achievements comes naturally to me. I focus the child on the task at hand, actively assisting them to arrive at the desired goal through their own manner of thinking, encouraging and applauding the achievements.
