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About

Hello, I am Shamsah S. and I am an instructional coach in a public school district. I have a Masters in Educational Leadership. I am a certified General and Special Education teacher. I have taught for more than fifteen years and currently I work with teachers to improve Reading and Writing instruction. Over the years, I have helped numerous students to improve their Reading and Writing skills. I particularly work with 3rd-5th grade students and teachers to focus on STAAR strategies. I am also a "Handwriting without Tears" certified teacher. I understand the curriculum and state standards and align my teaching accordingly. I am very confident that I can help your child in improving their Reading and Writing skills.

Highlights

Hired 6 times

1 employee

2 years in business

Serves Carrollton , TX

Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Venmo, Zelle

Specialties

Grade level

Pre-kindergarten, Elementary school

Subject

Reading, Essay writing, Creative writing, Handwriting, Spelling, Grammar, Learning English as a 2nd language

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shahnoor D.

Shamsah was amazing with my daughter! So much experience shows through every lesson!

January 17, 2023

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

Before I start working with a student, I would like to know their strengths and areas of growth. I always take time to build connections with my students so that I am able to help them better. I would also like to understand their expectations and goals for themselves.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have a Masters in Education Leadership. I am a certified Special Education teacher and a certified General Education teacher. I have been in a public school district for fifteen years. Currently, I am working as a instructional literacy coach which means I work with teachers to improve instruction in classrooms by providing training, writing curriculum and modeling teaching.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

I usually charge $50/hour for a one-on-one session. I can also help students in small groups and the charges will vary for that service.

How did you get started teaching?

I started as a substitute and then worked my way up by working as a teacher's assistant in a special education classroom. I then became a special education teacher for kindergarten and taught high-functioning special education students for six years. I was a reading interventionist and also taught 3rd and 4th grade. Now, I work with Kinder-5th grade teachers.

What types of students have you worked with?

I have worked with high-functioning special needs students, struggling readers and writers and also Gifted and talented students throughout my career.

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Read the profile carefully and understand what that teacher has to offer. If it matches with your needs then reach out. Reading is a complex skill which requires decoding, fluency and comprehension. Check to see if the teacher is able to help you with these skills.

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

If you are concerned about your scores/data, then ask about how the teacher will help you improve your scores. Ask about the kind of work should you expect in a session.

Services offered

Esl

Reading And Writing Tutoring