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Teaches online
Teaches Elementary, Middle School
Age: 2-99
Speaks English, Spanish
Teaching since 2006
Educational Leadership
- 1 Repeated Students
Learn Common Core English with a teacher who has specialized in teaching and assessing it
As an experienced classroom teacher and tutor, I have prepared, taught, and assessed Common Core English. Lessons will be individualized, concepts will be broken down, and material will be mastered. Let's learn!
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Wednesday
1:30 PM-3:30 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$45
45 minutes
$50
60 minutes
$55
90 minutes
$70
About Melissa L.
5.0
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Even more true in today's world, the core goal of education is to empower students to grow in success, confidence, and skills. Having been a caregiver, tutor, and certified teacher in three states has afforded me experience with students of all ages and abilities (from special education to gifted and talented to ESL/English language learners). This is founded on a bachelor's degree in elementary education, minors in music and Spanish, and a master's degree in educational leadership.
Quality teachers who invested in me are part of my success, and I strive to pay that forward. Some of these teachers have supported me in earning awards, such as graduating summa cum laude, membership to the National Forensics League, membership to Phi Kappa Phi, awards on teacher certification tests, public speaking on a national level, and more. A teacher's demonstrated belief in her students is crucial.
Using current and time-tested best practices in education helps students achieve more. Since everyone is unique, the methods for each session are, too. Lessons are interactive and typically begin with a clear goal, addressing questions, and reviewing previous skills, if necessary. Then, new material is taught and practiced. Continual assessment strategies ensure understanding. If it is fitting, homework is given to help students bolster their skills.
I have high expectations for myself and welcome feedback that will increase the effectiveness of our lessons. I believe that, as a tutor, it is my responsibility to creatively meet each student’s needs. I would love to partner with you in achieving success!
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9 Reviews
Justin
Online
Melissa has helped me so much with math. She understood my problems and difficulties and helped me raise my grades. I would definitely recommend Mrs. Melissa!
Posted May 25, 2022
Steven
Online
Great first session with Melissa...We review the basics which will make it an easy introduction to learning the language
Posted Aug 26, 2021
Elizabeth
Online
Ms. Melissa introductory class was cool because she is friendly. She took her time to make me feel comfortable before the lesson begins.
Posted Jul 15, 2021
Experience
Tutor
Jun, 2019 - PresentSelf-Employed
Full Time Teacher
Aug, 2009 - Aug, 20173 Schools
Includes charter, private, and public schools
Classroom Teacher
Feb, 2009 - PresentPublic, Private & Charter Schools
Education
Minors in Music and Spanish
Aug, 2004 - Dec, 2008UW-River Falls
Educational Leadership
Aug, 2011 - Aug, 2012Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Kindergarten Certification
Sep, 2010 - Dec, 2010Augsburg
Elementary Education
Aug, 2004 - Dec, 2008UW-River Falls
Certifications
Teaching License
Jan, 2009Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Teaching License
Oct, 2022Arizona Department of Education
Teaching License
Jul, 2021Minnesota Department of Education
Teaching License
Jul, 2020Hawaii Teacher Standards Board
Awards
Licensure Test - 2 Recognitions of Excellence
Jan, 2009Minnesota Department of Education
Affiliations
Phi Kappa Phi
Sep, 2007Phi Kappa Phi's mission is "To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and to engage the community of scholars in service to others."
Languages
Spanish
Professional Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Wednesday
1:30 PM-3:30 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$45
45 minutes
$50
60 minutes
$55
90 minutes
$70
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