* 6+ years of teaching experience!
* Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
* CLAD Certified (ELL/ESL)
*Native English Speaker (American)
* Speaks Intermediate Spanish
*Specializes in Phonics/English foundations
Courses offered:
Pick your Own Adventure!
Your Learning; Your Lesson!- In these courses I will help you identify and clarify your learning goals and needs. This will be done through discussion, as well as through formal assessment of your current level of English understanding. I will help you set practical learning goals and support you on your journey to achieve those goals. I can’t wait to set up a learning program that’s exactly right for you!
English Speaking-Through Conversation
-Increase your English Speaking Fluency and Vocabulary with these lessons. You can expect conversation starters based on your interest, and lots of practice speaking (with a patient native English speaker). At the beginning and end of each lesson, vocabulary will be explicitly taught/reviewed. I’ll also be sure to give you lots of feedback and tips on your conversational strengths and weaknesses.
English Foundations-Phonemic Awareness/Phonics
-Learn all the sounds in English, and how to spell them. Learn how to sound out and spell words easily by learning the structure and history of English! While almost everyone finds English confusing, learn how 98% of English can be explained by learning these core rules of English
Teaching style-
*Explicit/direct instruction on core concepts
*Kind, patient and professional feedback
*Engaging lessons include -multiple activities to reinforce skills, stories and text, conversation, hands-on practice
*Positive learning environment
- operates with respect
-listens to your needs/goals
-teaches the growth mindset