A & J Tutoring
About
A & J Tutoring provides students with a practical and personalized tutoring service carried out at their conveninece. Before starting tutoring an assessment will done to get a understanding of the students strengths and weaknesses. Time is based on the family and students need. My passion is to express the love of learning through reading, writing, science and extra acitivites. I want to build the relationship with the students and help them through learning process.
I have been teaching kindergarten through 12th grade for the last 14 years. I have done tutoring, literature clubs and science club.
P-8th grade Elementary Education (BA degree)
4-12 Biology (Endorsement)
K-12 Masters of Reading (Masters)
Preschool-12th grade Special Education (Masters)
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When working with a prospect, the most important aspect of the entire process is building a relationship with the family and the student. It is important to understand the students struggle and need and build confidence and success in their learning. It is important to meet with the student and parent to build an action plan that specializes in their needs and wants. As a team we come up with goals, implementation of those goals. The parent and student will recieve weekly progress reports on their progress to meeting their goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Preschool-12th afterschool tutoring 10 years
Teachung Preschool through 6th grade (All subjects of reading, writing, math, art, music, Social studies, science) 10 years
4-H afterschool program 2 years
Reading and Math Interventionist 3 years
7th-12th grade (reading, writing, typing, science, math) 3 years
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Preschool 5.00 per half hour
K-3rd grade 10.00 per half hour/15.00 per hour
3rd grade -12 th grade 25.00 hour
Chemistry 30.00/hour
How did you get started teaching?
I was a student that struggled throughout my education. I wanted to make a difference in students lives and show them that you can be successful no matter what your challenges are.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with preschool to 12th grade students in all subject areas. I have worked with students on IEP that are struggling in school on reading, writing and math. I also have had the opportunity to work with college students in reading, writing and science.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I have worked in Special Education for the last several years. I have the opportunity to work with students with all sorts disabilities and built their level education to the point they were able to exit special education services.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Make sure your teacher is passionate about teaching and listens to your needs and wants.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What is your strength about the subject?
What is your concern about the subject?
Do I understand the material?
What is exactly is preventing me from understanding the material?
Am I struggling with the concept or its application?