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About
Experience:
2020 Graduate, Masters in Teaching, Northwest University. Certifications: Elementary Education, English Language Arts, Social Studies, Middle Levels Math (5-9)
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, K-5 Highly Capable Program, Lake Washington School District, May 2021-end of school year.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Online 2nd Grade, Lake Washington School District, Oct-December 2021.
Summer Recovery Services Math Paraeducator Grades 3-5, Frost Elementary, Lake Washington School District, 2021.
Student Teaching, 4th Grade, Meridian Elementary, January-June 2020
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten Online Learning, Lakemont Academy Kindercare, Sept 2020-Jan 2021
Substitute Teacher, Feb 2021-May 2022. Kent School District, Sumner Bonney-Lake School District, St. Louise Parish School.
Program Officer, Education and Public Policy, Discovery Institute, 2015-2020
Volunteer, Hand in Hand Children's Shelter, 2018-2022
ESL Teacher, VIP Kid, 2018-2019
Speech and Debate Coach, multiple leagues and clubs, 2009-2019
Classically-trained Pedal Harpist
Mandarin Chinese HSK Test Level 3, Level 4 passed.
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Melike F.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
The first lesson is a meet and greet, discussion of learning goals, and assessment. I follow up with the student/parents about the outcomes of the assessment and a proposed learning plan.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Master's in Teaching, Northwest University 2020.
Teaching endorsements: English, social studies, elementary education, middle level mathematics.
Student taught in 4th grade, Meridian Elementary, Kent School District, Jan-June 2020.
Facilitated online learning for 10 Kindergarten students enrolled in the Bellevue and Issaquah School Districts, Sept 2020-Jan 2021.
Currently employed as a substitute teacher: Kent School District, Sumner-Bonney Lake School District, St. Louise School
Coached competitive public speaking and debate for nearly a decade between 2009-2019, in 3 different leagues and for 5 different clubs. Many students went on to regional or higher competition.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Online lessons are $45 for a 50 minute session.
SAT/ACT tutoring is $100 for a 55 minute session.
In person sessions at a public location near my home are $60.
In person sessions near the student's location vary in price based on distance.
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages.