Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Atlanta, GA

...character, curiosity about the world around them, and thirst for knowledge. As a teacher leader, I hope to inspire change in any school culture that I'm a part of by moving the vision of the school forward, building strong teachers to improve their self-efficacy and student learning outcomes, making the experience at school student-centered. My success with student progress towards mastery comes in helping students find something they like about all aspects of learning. What...

My philosophy is that by any means necessary I will educate each and every child. A quote I live by is Be the best so well no man living, dead, or unborn can do it better.

...career. I began teaching in a pre-school program called Get Set and before becoming a certified middle school teacher, majoring in Language Art and minoring in Social Studies, I spent several years as a recreation director. Each of my career choices helped me to employ Best Practices when it comes to tutoring. I prefer teaching K-3 subjects because these are a child's fundamental years and I want to make sure, the students I instruct have...

...they need in order to be successful. I understand and appreciate that each learner is unique, and has a style of learning that is just as unique as them. I am a strong believer in differentiating instruction to meet the learner, and doing all that I can to find the best way for each student to learn. In my free time I love playing softball, going hiking, reading, working in my garden, and spending time...

...my communication and problem-solving skills, explaining complex concepts in an accessible manner. This experience has equipped me to adapt to individual learning styles and needs, making learning more engaging and effective for students. My tutoring style is centered around patience and understanding. I believe in creating a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes, as these are essential steps in the learning process. Outside of academia, I enjoy exploring new places...

...opportunity to work with children who were hospital homebound, parents who were looking for reading and math strategies to implement with their children, as well as small and private group tutoring for schools. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Reading and Language Arts. In my experience of helping students, I have found utilizing hands out activities while taking student interest in mind in gaining the most success. I...

As a passionate educator and lifelong learner, I find immense joy in teaching children of all ages. My journey into education began with a profound realization: every child possesses a unique spark, a potential waiting to be ignited. This awareness not only fuels my compassion but also deepens my commitment to fostering an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

...their entire family along with providing a quality education for their children. This tactic served to improve parent involvement in the classroom and the school as a whole. I am a firm believer that quality education leads to a much better quality of life. Involved parents have students who take their education seriously and ensures their academic success. Although I have taught a range of topics, I am more excited about English Language Arts and...

...Along these lines, I wish to help the young children understand the importance of citizenship, confidence and personal independence through educational experiences. My educational background and experiences at different Schools, including schools for the deaf as well, has prepared me for the role of evolving into the best Teacher/tutor I always imagined being. I am eager to potentially contribute my enthusiasm and up-to-date skills to your children. I am certain that my confidence, meticulous work...

...know everything, but we can make a dent into some areas and see the importance of a subject in some way to our lives. I like to have a balance life and some subjects can be used as a stepping stone to another discipline in latter years, or to attain a better score on a test, etc. As we attempt a subject or problem, as long as we have variety and a great attitude, we...

...skills. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, ensuring that students build confidence and mastery in their subjects. As a passionate teacher and lifelong learner, I continually seek to upskill my knowledge across various fields, mastering different areas of interest. I have over five years of experience in Early Childhood Education and its related subfields. I believe in approaching students in a friendly and psychological manner to make them feel comfortable...

I believe all individuals have the ability to learn. Yes, we all learn in different ways and at different rates, but we all have the ability to learn and grow. Learning is a life-long skill. As an educator, I strive to ensure my students are equipped with strategies to assist them in growing and learning for their lifetime.

My name is Shakira Hightower. I have been an educator for over 20 years. I strongly believe in the potency of education. Not only is education a means to provide a tool kit for a career, it is a tool that can be used to create structures for understanding, improving, and adding to the world and it's paradigms. I hope that through my work as an education professional, I have inspired students to become thinkers...

...broad vocabulary and proper grammar. I am also very strong in mathematics, and have worked with students to improve their math skills. As a recent graduate, I am incredibly familiar with the common struggles of students. Also, I have taken many standardized tests and am currently preparing for the MCAT so I would love to help others prepare for the SAT or ACT. I look forward to working with all kinds of students!

...helping advance their reading abilities and writing capabilities. I am married and have 4 beautiful children, who are all grown up and going to college now (except one who is in high school). I was a home school mom to my kiddos for several years, with previous experience being a lead Kindergarten and Preschool teacher throughout the years. I also have experience teaching English to children in Cambodia, as I go there several times a...

*I have taught Special Education for the past 17 years. * I am a Wilson Reading Program Certified Tutor *I have extensive background in teaching decoding, reading, and reading comprehension * I believe that children respond best to a multi-sensory approach to learning *Currently teach for Gwinnett County Public School District

...I tutored 4th and 5th-grade math and worked as an assistant kindergarten teacher while in college working towards my BA in Journalism/Pre-Law with a minor in child development psychology. I have been teaching professionally since 2018. I have continued to work with K-12 in Reading, Writing, Music, and Performing Arts. I have a vision for equality in the world, and I believe this happens through equal access to information. Knowledge is power, and equipping students...

...in Music Performance, vocal concentration, marching band background (flute, piccolo, clarinet) from Alcorn State University, as well as a Masters of Education grades 4-8, from Mississippi College. I have taught all elementary subjects: reading, grammar, spelling, mathematics, science, social studies/history, writing. Tutoring for Praxis I and II in Elementary Education is also available. My favorite subject to tutor is mathematics, because there are "new" ways of thinking that require foundational skills I have noticed a...

...at a community college and received my Associate's degree, then I attended a four-year university and received my bachelors in English with minors in Creative Writing and African American Studies. Currently, I am enrolled in graduate school for Secondary English Education. I like to follow the "D" motto; "Determination and Dedication." Let's be determined and dedicated together. I have experience helping students in areas of English Language Arts, elementary math, and social sciences. I am...

...in China would also be accompanied by an additional online course from Columbia University Teachers College. These online modules were specifically designed to educate Asian children. I learned so many skills that I use to this day when tutoring students in English. As a humanitarian aid worker and English as a Second Language teacher once living in South Africa, Taiwan, and China it only is fitting to compare my real-life experiences with scholarly studies to...