Connie’s Classes
About
Students come first!!! I have a plethora of training and experience in teaching, ranging from Pre-K learners through tutoring college students. My strengths are English (grammar and writing), music (piano and voice lessons), reading (comprehension, skills, and phonics), and general elementary education (math, science, social studies, etc.). I offer private tutoring sessions to improve and enhance academic studies, as well as teach private piano and/or voice lessons. I have a Bachelors Degree in Music and a Masters Degree in Education. I am a retired Texas public school teacher, having taught grades K-8. I also taught at private schools (Pre-k, 3rd, and 4th grades), and I have taught private piano lessons off and on since the age of 12! I hold a Lifetime Texas Teaching Certificate (All-level music, Secondary English). My experience and training speak for themselves, and my priority is my students!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First, get to know all about the student and establish a strong and positive rapport!!! Then assess their strengths, talk about goals, and get started!!!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Years and years of teaching and training in numerous methods and skills used by Master Teachers. I have always remained current on the latest educational issues, techniques, and methodology. Here are a few examples: Slingerland Method for teaching reading and phonics, Project Reading and Writing, New Jersey Writing Project, Six Trait Writing, Marilyn Burns Math, Kumon Math, Math and Manipulatives, Kodak's training, Orff training... I have attended numerous conventions, seminars, and conferences in Education -- reading, writing, science, math, social studies, music, choir...)
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$25 for 30 minute session
$35 for 45 minute session
$40 for 1 hour session
10% discount for siblings
All sessions are private individual lessons
For piano lessons, you must own a piano
Additional fees if there is a service charge imposed by a referral
Music and extra supplies are not included
Prices are subject to change
How did you get started teaching?
I actually began teaching private piano lessons and playing the organ for my church when I was only 12 years old. I became the choir director when I was 13. That same year, I organized and directed a church children/ youth choir that grew from 6 members to over 30 members in less than a year.
God gave me a gift, and I was called to teach at a very young age.
What types of students have you worked with?
Students have ranged from toddlers through college students with learning disabilities. I have taught gifted children, children with learning disabilities, and students with physical challenges, including a blind student, and a student with Down's Syndrome -- all ages, all levels.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I recently made contact with a piano student I taught when I was in high school. He still plays the piano, and he sent me a picture of his grand piano that he now owns and plays. How rewarding!!! That's what it's all about!!!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for a teacher with these qualities;
Puts her students first
Experienced
Has ample training
Tries to make learning fun
Positive attitude (smiles)
Cares about students and loves teaching
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What do you want to learn?
Are you willing to do your best?
will you persevere, even when it gets a little tough?
What kind of teacher do you want?