About
Corrine Turner-Jacob has been in the education field since 1999. She believes that all students have a right to a free and public education through best practices. As a highly qualified teacher, she offers her clients a wealth of knowledge of alternative teaching strategies, patience, and an understanding of how to differentiate learning for your unique child! Additionally, Corrine believes that a child’s growth is not possible without the incredible support of parents; you are your child’s first teacher and advocate. Corrine has worked and co-taught with a wide range of K-12 students both with and without special learning needs.
Corrine has a multitude of certifications, including:
Reading Specialist Teaching Certificate
Elementary Education Teaching Certificate
Special Education Teaching Certificate
M.S.Ed Arkansas State University
Orton-Gillingham associate level
Handwriting Without Tears Certification
Zoo-phonics Certificate
Corrine lives in Brighton with her husband and three boys, one of which she homeschools. During her free time, she enjoys reading, knitting, hiking, yoga, and volunteering.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I give a free 60 minute consultation. During our first visit, I will do a records review (tests, writing samples, IEP's, etc...). I will do informal assessments (if needed). Lastly, we'll go over scheduling, pricing and goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Corrine TurnerJacob has a Master's degree in Reading. She also holds a BA in behavioral science. Her endorcements include: Orton-Gillingham, Handwriting Without Tears, and Zoophonics.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$75/hour which is billed using the tuition model
How did you get started teaching?
I started as special education teacher in the public school system. I was so frustrated with the red tape, the lack of professional development, the lack of educational growth from my students with the district provided curriculum, and finally, the lack of connection with my families were frustrating, so I started ProgressiveK12.
Now, I can use researched based best practices, and your child's strengths to teach them in a variety of subjects.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with a variety of students including:
-Twice exceptional
-ADHD
-Autism
-Gifted
-Learning disabled
-Dyslexia/Dysgraphia
-Neurotypical
-Other Abled students
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I have learned a great deal from students but one moment I love was when I was teaching subtraction to a Gifted Kindergardner. She and I were using a computer based program that allows students to draw circles and squares. I was writing the problem in a vertical direction. After two problems, she copies her third problem on the interactive board hortizonally and asks, "Does this mean the same thing?"
The reason I love this moment was that it reminded me of the importance of visual space. This was a gifted student and she was able to make the connection between horizontal and vertical operations without any support.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Ask your tutor the following questions:
1. How long have you been teaching?
2. Do I get reports to know how my child is doing?
3. Will you work with my child's teacher to ensure her success in the classroom?
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
When thinking about tutoring, the best question to answer is, what goal(s) do I want to accomplish?