(137) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 12159
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Diane
Everyone Can Learn!
- $40 / h
- Feura Bush , New York ( 12067 )
- 15 miles
Hello, I have been in education for many years, and have raised four grown children. Over the years as a tutor, teacher, adjunct instructor, and an academic advisor, I can honestly say with conviction that every student has the ability to learn. As Howard Gardiner suggests, we all have multiple intelligences. I believe it is the responsibility of the tutor and teacher to determine each student's specific learning style, and teach to this intelligence. With my background in psychology... Read more
Nubia
Reading, Writing , U.S. History and Spanish Language
I grew up in a family which stresses the importance of education; thus, it has become a passion of mine. I enjoy sharing my passion with others and helping them achieve their educational goals. As a a full time student I am quite busy, but I will try to be as flexible as possible - since I understand the importance of having the right kind of "help" in a student's life. I have a Bachelor's degree in both Global Studies and Spanish Language/Literature from the University of California, Sant... Read more
Rebecca
Special Education teacher, Mastered in Literacy
I have taught primary management intervention and intense management needs classes (k-2) for 15 years. I have a son diagnosed with ADHD. I have experience with sensory integration therapy to assist children with focus and attend to task. Children with ADHD are referred to my special education program from various school districts in the Capital Reg Read more
Casey
English, reading, writing, special education
I have been working in the education field for almost 15 years. I have a love for teaching as well as learning. As a child I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. My older brother struggled in school with reason and writing and I found I really enjoyed helping him. That's where my interest in special education stemmed from. I have an English literature degree as well as a masters in secondary English and special education. I have worked with many different students through the years who h... Read more
Zackary
Effective English and Math Tutor
- $39 / h
- Rensselaer , New York ( 12144 )
- 15 miles
I have a lot of experience in tutoring. I began tutoring a second grade student in reading for six weeks and saw rapid improvement. I attend the College of Saint Rose to become an English teacher and do three educational programs hosted by Saint Rose. I work with ninth graders at Albany High School in Albany, NY where I tutor them in English, algebra, and living environment. I also tutor through the Sponsor-A-Scholar program at Albany High School where I tutor students in English and social s... Read more
Jennifer
Experienced Certified Teacher
- $40 / h
- 25 ratings
- Rensselaer , New York ( 12144 )
- 20 miles
I am an experienced teacher with over fourteen years of classroom experience and a strong desire to help students who have not experienced success in school. I have a Master of Science in Education with a concentration in Reading and Literacy. My approach with students has always been one that includes patience, empathy and a sense of humor. ... Read more
Amy
Wilson Reading, Special Education, & Braille/Low Vision
- $60 / h
- 2 ratings
- Rensselaer , New York ( 12144 )
- 15 miles
I am certified as a special education teacher. Throughout the years I have worked with students as a consultant special education teacher working directly with students with ADD/ADHD or provided individualized instruction to a students with a blind/visual impairment that also has had a diagnosis if ADD/ADHD. The experiences I have had and the certi Read more
Devin
Adept English, Learning, and Confidence Tutor
- $33 / h
- Rensselaer , New York ( 12144 )
- 15 miles
I am no math wiz. However, I feel very comfortable with the basics, and I am confident in my abilities to convey mathematical concepts. Children can have difficulty understanding conceptual information (such as mathematics) because of their developmental stage; conceptual understanding becomes more advanced as the human brain grows and establishes Read more
Lauren
Elementary Certified Teacher Looking for New Students
- $35 / h
- 3 ratings
- Rensselaer , New York ( 12144 )
- 40 miles
I am currently a Kindergarten teacher looking to help students from first grade to middle school achieve their academic goals. I am more than willing to help students in any subject area or with executive functioning skills as well. I love being able to work one on one with a student in any way that they learn best. I have studied and taught common core mathematics for a few years now. Although it can be challenging, I am able to create different ways that students can learn the same conc... Read more
Molly
Experienced Special Education Teacher
- $50 / h
- Rensselaer , New York ( 12144 )
- 20 miles
Hi I'm Molly! I graduated from Emerson College with a Bachelors of Science in Communication Scienecs and Disorders. I received my Masters Degree from Simmons College in Moderate Disabilities. For the past five years, I have taught in Elementary and Middle Schools. I have a passion for teaching and use an approach to make learning fun and pleasant for all types of learners! I am currently a Special Education teacher in an elementary school. I want to benefit the students I work with as ... Read more