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I am a retired social studies teacher and I am proud to say that my students, including special education, had a 90% passing rate on both the 10 and 11 grade regents. I am certified in secondary social studies, grades 7-12 and life span special education. I taught in the public education system for 23 years. I have a BA in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Stony Brook Univ. I graduated with a 3.75 gpa. I have a Masters in Life Span Special Education from Dowling College, gpa 3.90. Prior to teaching I worked as a substance abuse prevention, intervention and referral counceler.
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What is your typical process for working with a new student?
meet with the student and parent to determine their needs and expectations and design an appropriate program.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BA Psychology, minor Sociology
MS Life Span Special Education
NYS Certifications - Life Span Spec. Ed.
Secondary Soc. Studies 7-10
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$50 per hour, but can be adjusted.
How did you get started teaching?
I was working in a hs in a community youth program as a drug/alcohol counselor. I realized i was fighting a losing battle because if these children didn't have the ways and means to take care of themselves in society, they would stay stuck. Education seemed to be a way up and out but so many students were turned off by school. i decided to get my masters in spec.ed., get certified in sp. ed. and soc. studies. and use my counseling skills and education to become a teacher to the students i was counseling.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with life skills, learning disabled, emotionally disturbed, behavior disordered, resource room and mainstream students from grades 9-11.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I had a really nice ride on my horse last week.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make sure that the teacher understands the subject fully and is able to explain it to you in a way that you understand and can express.
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