"After what has been a challenging time for students, I would love the opportunity to help your child reach the next milestone! I graduated with honors from Texas A & M University with a degree in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach pre-k through 6th grade in all content areas: math, reading, science, and social studies. I taught students in pre-k, kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade for a total of 29 years in the public school system and have tutored for about a year and a half. I have seen the profound role that reading plays in all subject areas. When I help your child in Reading, first I will administer an assessment. This gives me information about your child's ability to decode words and comprehend text. It guides me in selecting future books that will build upon your child's strengths while at the same time promote growth. During each lesson, I will zero in on and address your child's weaknesses. I firmly believe every student needs a variety of strategies in their tool bag to grow as a reader: checking the picture, looking for smaller chunks, using context clues, and reading for meaning. I can provide your child with those tools!

When it comes to math, I have discovered that modeling is key - whether it be with manipulatives or pictures. I will show your child how to solve problems in a variety of ways; I believe in "thinking out loud" and using "math talk" and encourage my students to do the same. When your child is able to explain how a problem was solved, I know they understand the concept and are ready to move on. Whether learning addition strategies, using place value to recognize patterns, or subtracting 2 or 3 digit numbers, I can help your child to have confidence in solving problems and enjoy math again!

A former Teacher of the Year, I delight in helping students succeed. Half the battle is getting children to believe in themselves. I would love the opportunity to help your child make gains over the next few months and beyond!" less...