597 Westbury Special Needs Tutors

...I have a hearing disability that become noticeable when I was 16 and I've had a hearing aid since I was about 17. The disability is hereditary so I grew up in a household with a mom who has two very powerful hearing aids so I generally speak clearly and audibly. My disability only affects one ear. I'm not a part of deaf culture and I don't know... read more

...am a certified elementary teacher and reading interventionist with struggling students. I also have experience working with dyslexic students and have been trained by Neuhaus and Region 4. I use a hands on approach and work with a variety of materials and learning styles to help your child be successful in learning to read and develop a love of... read more

...Another point which is always well-taken care of in all my teachings, is the attention given to individual needs and wants of every single learner. Given the fact that each and every learner may have their own unique way of learning which happens to be the most efficient for them, I always make sure I respect their individuality and the tasks I... read more

...I aim to help students improve their understanding of both the basics and the more complex aspects of the concepts they are having difficulty grasping through their own schoolwork and textbooks and, once I am aware of the subjects they are having trouble with, worksheets of my own creation. I prefer to help students along by prompting them to find... read more

...Eventually, she believed enough in herself to properly follow elaborate instructions on her own. The same approach works well for study skills. First, pinpoint the challenge. Second, ask the student to establish a unique method or approach (usually through questioning). Third, provide time for practice until the skill is internalized. Finally, remind... read more