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Learn More About Heather's Experience:

elementary (k-6th) As a tutor, I have worked with over 100 students ranging in age from 4-14 in subjects such as math, reading, spelling, and writing. I feel that these are subjects that I am comfortable teaching, and that would be able to have a significant impact on any students learning. I have a solid knowledge of basic math skills, including basic geometry and pre-algebra. I have always excelled in the areas of reading, writing and spelling. Beyond my subject knowledge, I belive that it is my ability to work with children that will make me a wonderful tutor in this area. I absolutely adore working with children, and am very patient. I understand what it is like to struggle with a subject, and I love that moment in a childs eyes when they finally "get it". That look is what drives me. special needs I have worked in a variety of areas pertaining to Special Education. I have worked in a respite setting as a caregiver, as well as in an in-home setting. As an in-home care provider I was not only responsible for the care of children with Autism, but was trained in Applied Behavior Analysis, and ran an ABA program within a home. I am currently a Certified Recreation Therapy Specialist, working as the Aquatics director at a school for students with disabilities. During a typical day I treat students with Autism, Down Syndrome, Mental Retardation, and a variety of other physical and mental disabilities. I am also currently in the process of recieving my Master's degree in Special Education. study skills Test taking is never fun. Ever. But, given the right skills, it doesn't need to be so frightening. Throughout my education I have developed a variety of ways to study successfully. I have always tested well on standardized tests, and I believe that it is because of good test taking skills, not just information recall. I definately believe that all students have a way to study for learning, it's just a matter of finding the way that works!