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I am a dedicated educator who has worked in the field for seventeen years now. I hold a Master's degree from Virginia Tech and a Virginia Teaching Credential, ESOL, Prek-12. I've had a variety of experiences that include teaching overseas, doing teacher training for other educators, developing program models in schools, delivering differentiated instruction, and doing intensive coaching for a variety of standardized assessments.

I specialize in reading, language arts, linguistic principles as well as having co taught subjects like US History, Civics, Pre-Algebra, and Earth Science. In addition, I have done SAT test preparation and Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL) preparation as well as review for state school assessments. I have developed many effective study strategies for students from personal teaching reflection and using good practices.

I believe all students can succeed with proper instruction and motivation. I think learning happens when it is purposeful, relevant to daily life, and is engages students. It should teach not only knowledge but also critical thinking skills. Students should also have the opportunity to learn through technology because they are so familiar with it today. I think learning is important to social and personal development, and I am happy to be an educator,knowing I can help students grow in their academic lives.

Virginia's Subjects

Science:	psychology
English:	English, ESL/ESOL, grammar, proofreading, reading, SAT reading, SAT writing, writing
Test Preparation:	ASVAB, GED, Praxis, SAT reading, SAT writing, SOL
Language:	ESL/ESOL, Portuguese
Elementary Education:	elementary (k-6th), grammar, reading, study skills
Corporate Training:	ESL/ESOL, grammar, Portuguese, proofreading
Homeschool:	elementary (k-6th), English, ESL/ESOL, reading, SAT reading, study skills, writing

Portuguese

I lived and worked in Brazil for three years where I used Portuguese on a daily basis as a primary language. I worked with a private tutor to learn the format and use of the language as well as using it to teach in a language setting. In addition, I translated documents from Portuguese to English.

English

I am a certified ESOL Teacher who has worked with second language students to teach English language skills as well as content from traditional English classes. I served as a co teacher for state English assessments as well.

ESL/ESOL

I have a post secondary teaching credential in "English to Speakers of Other Languages" (Prek-12).

Psychology

I hold a BA degree in Psychology with an emphasis on learning styles.

SAT Reading

I have worked as a tutor for SAT in local tutoring centers. I have also done end of course test preparation for state standardized assessments with a proven track record for students receiving passing scores (90% pass rate). I use particular vocabulary and reading strategies which are effective for students. I also have researched several web pages which are useful in preparation for the test.

Elementary (K-6th)

I hold a Virginia Teaching Certificate for grades Prek-12, which expires in 2014.

Study Skills

I am a certified teacher who has coached secondary students for state standard tests. I specialize in reading, vocabulary and writing study skills. I also teach test taking skills and strategies for various assessments such as the SAT.

Praxis

I have taken the ESOL Praxis Subject Test on which I scored a 700. In addition, I took the Secondary English Praxis Test on which I scored a 173. I have done extensive study and test preparation for personal improvement for my career. I used the web site, test manuals, and supplemental materials to prepare for these tests.

SOL

I have coached graduating students for the Virginia EOC tests in Reading, Writing, and US History as well as World Geography, and World History. I work on test strategy and teaching skills that the student was challenged by in the previous test based on that result. This past year, I had a 100% pass rate for Writing with the students I coached.

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Education

Undergrad, Salem College Graduate, MEd, Virginia Tech

Great tutor. — I have been tutored by this person for about 3 months. She is the best tutor that I have ever had. She tutors me in social studies and English, and I have an A in both classes. She is very helpful with homework, and also helps me prepare for tests and quizzes. Overall, I would say she is the best tutor, and I recommend her to anybody looking for a good humanities tutor.

— Tony from Greensboro, NC

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