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Passionate & Patient English Tutor Specializing in Reading Skills
Ellen F.

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I love language and history. Therefore, I pursued my BA in English/History & Theology at a small, intimate college on Long Island. While a student at this college and for a year after graduating Magna Cum Laude, I had a wonderful opportunity to work with a diverse population of students writing papers as well as helping them prepare oral presentations.

Then too, working at Molloy College I worked with a wide range of the Hispanic population in the evening helping them become proficient in...

I love language and history. Therefore, I pursued my BA in English/History & Theology at a small, intimate college on Long Island. While a student at this college and for a year after graduating Magna Cum Laude, I had a wonderful opportunity to work with a diverse population of students writing papers as well as helping them prepare oral presentations.

Then too, working at Molloy College I worked with a wide range of the Hispanic population in the evening helping them become proficient in English. I never just "spouted" rules of grammar since for every "rule" I could give, I could cite the inconsistencies to that rule. I worked with them using recorders to enable them to hear proper pronunciation, rather than just looking at the written word.

After re-locating to South Florida I worked as an associate director as well as a tutor for all age groups at Score At The Top. In the capacity of an Associate Director, I worked with school administrators as well as parents helping to determine tutors best suited to work with students either one-on-one or in small groups if preparing for specialized or standardized Florida tests.

I have my BA in English and History with a minor in Theology and would love to work with students of all backgrounds, crossing a broad swathe of disciplines, if you are in college. With writing, whether you or in elementary, middle, high or college, I can offer you a winning formula of "cats rats and bats" and assure you, you will be able to write on any subject.

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Education

Molloy College
English, History

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  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: The first visit, if under half an hour, is free to determine if this is a good match.
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 8/8/2018

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Approved Subjects

ADHD

ADHD

I work with students being home schooled and many are diagnosed as having ADD and AD/HD. I appreciate the need to introduce training skills and incorporate visual and audio techniques. I use LIPS and Orton-Gillingham. I also work with course materials parents may choose to provide Parents are pleased with the steady progress of their youngsters but more importantly, students gain confidence in using their new - found skills.
American History

American History

As a student in college, I minored in history, was inducted into national history honor society and competed in a history writing competition where I placed second. I also tutored students on campus.
Anatomy

Anatomy

I was a Front Office Instructor for 3 different post-secondary schools where I taught medical terminology, and Anatomy.
Bible Studies

Bible Studies

As a student at Molloy College, I minored in theology. In my junior year I applied as a member of the theology honor society. I presented a paper on Julian of Norwich and was inducted into the honor society. Additionally, as a member of Calvary Chapel in Lake Worth, Florida, I taught Sunday school classes in Bible studies for two+ years. This year as a member of Calvary Chapel in Surprise, Arizona, I am a volunteer with the Good News Club through CEF and will be spreading the gospel to school age children.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

As an Associate Director of a tutoring facility, I tutored students (elementary grades and home schooling) in Language Arts, Social Studies and General science. I also served as liaison between elementary schools, parents and students. Currently I am tutoring 8-year-old twin in Language Arts, handwriting, and Phonics; and a sixth-grader in English.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I work with many students who attend elementary school and we work on subjects such as reading, reading comprehension, science, math, spelling, penmanship, etc. and both my students and their parents are pleased with their progress and improvement in school subjects. We work hard but we ALWAYS have fun!
English

English

As an English major in College, I tutored students honing their written and oral skills. I feel comfortable working with your child and can assist him/her with grammar, spelling, reading (comprehension included) and writing.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I worked with students from the Foreign Language Dept at Molloy College and helped students with their reading, writing, and oral skills.
European History

European History

In college I minored in history, mentored other students challenged by their history courses, placed second in the Harry S. Truman History Essay Contest and am a member of the international History Honor Society.
Geography

Geography

While an Associate Director at a Florida tutoring center, I worked with students enrolled in the public school system, private schools and students being home schooled. I engaged them in their study of geography with good results.
Grammar

Grammar

I worked with a diverse student population while attending college and taught classes in English grammar and writing for a community college as well as vocational trade schools.
Handwriting

Handwriting

I tutored elementary school children in penmanship/handwriting. Some parents chose home-schooling and used materials provided through K12. I used one of their publications (beginner through advanced) entitled "Handwriting Without Tears." I was responsible for proper sitting posture, practicing in the air, then putting pencil or pen to specially lined paper. I feel very comfortable in preparing youngsters to progress from printing to script.
Homeschool

Homeschool

As a tutor for WyzAnt for almost three years, I have parents of children being home schooled reach out to me because of my expertise in English and History. Home schooled youngsters are excellent students but may need TLC if they have difficulty grasping certain concepts and I provide extra time and encouragement to help them work through some rough patches. I work with students who use online programs as well as using curriculum chosen by parents. I use many different, unique models with which to teach such as LIPS, Orton-Gillingham methods. I truly enjoy working with home schoolers.
Literature

Literature

While an Associate Director at Score At the Top, I helped students prepare for the AP Literature course. I also worked with students and provided guidance with writing any essays or papers for this course.
Medical Coding

Medical Coding

While living in Florida, I was a medical billing and coding instructor at Florida Career College, Keiser Career College and Everest Institute. I am also a certified biller and coder with NCICS. I have also been a coder and biller for a variety of medical practices.
Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

Travelled throughout the country for 3+ years as an independent trainer for AT&T training ad, sales, and account execs on MicroSoft Office--Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Also certified by Microsoft.
Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint

For 3 plus years I travelled around the country for AT&T training employees in Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Windows

While an independent contractor/instructor for AT&T, traveled across the United States training ad execs, account execs, and sales execs MicroSoft Suite. The suite was over a three-day period and the first day focused on Windows. I was tested by AT&T before I could actually train AT&T employees. Additionally, I trained clients in Windows--from Beginner Level through Advanced at Gateway Country Stores.
Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

I traveled throughout the United States as an independent trainer for AT&T teaching Word, Excel and PowerPoint for close to two years. My "students" gave me rave reviews and my "classes" were always filled to capacity.
Phonics

Phonics

As an Associate Director of a tutoring facility, I tutored students (elementary grades and home-schooling) in phonics using public school texts and Spectrum and Harcourt Brace for students being home-schooled. I also served as a liaison between schools, teachers and students. Currently I am tutoring 8-year-old twins in phonics. They are home-schooled and we use Spectrum texts.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I worked for 3 years at Random House. I started in the Contracts department and began doing proofreading of manuscripts after taking a Proofreading course in the evenings at NYU.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

As as teacher for many Florida Vocational Schools, I was required to stand before my classes and speak (not read notes) on my front office subject matter. Too, I taught an English class with public speaking at Florida Career. Additionally, I traveled around the country for AT&T training ad execs, account execs and sales execs in Microsoft--Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Likewise, I did the same training on the same subject matter for Gateway Country Stores.
Reading

Reading

While in Florida, I was an Associate Director for a tutoring center, Score At the Top. Worked with elementary school students, especially those in need of reading and writing skills.
Religion

Religion

I minored in Theology at Molloy College. I tutored students in Theology at this college. I was a member of the Theology Society, and submitted a paper and presented it on Julian of Norwich.
Social Studies

Social Studies

While a student in college, as a History minor, I tutored other students preparing to work with elementary and intermediate school students in social studies. Additionally, I assisted them in preparing for teacher certification exams that enabled them to receive their licenses as school teachers. As a tutor, I have tutored home schooled students in Social Studies and they have done very well.
Speech

Speech

While a student at Molloy College I worked with students from the Foreign Language Dept. We would first use a tape recorder to hear what speech patterns needed to be addressed. Then we would work from textbooks. I read a section; they read a section. They would work on various exercises with me during the week until everyone was satisfied with the results!
Spelling

Spelling

I work with elementary school children on spelling sheets they receive in class in each week. We review the words so they are well prepared for their spelling test on Friday. I also help them by showing them word patterns to make learning the words easier.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I work with children in elementary school through college into adulthood who struggle with vocabulary skills which in turn impedes their writing. I approach learning vocabulary words by including various word games as well as helping them research prefixes, suffixes and root words which which enables them to dissect unfamiliar words and easily identify their meanings.
World History

World History

I minored in history in college and am a member of the international history society. Additionally, I have tutored students in elementary school as well as on a high school and college level.
PSAT
SAT Reading

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Ratings and Reviews

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Reviews

Best tutor!

Ms. Ellen is tutoring me in medical coding. I am so introvert and I couldn’t ask any questions to my instructor because of my anxiety. But when I met her she is so incredible, very kind, had patience to everything and help you until you got it. I definitely recommend her.❤️

Jade, 4 lessons with Ellen
Tutor responded:

Jade, thank you for your kind words and confidence in me. I look forward to working with you sometime in the future.

Excellent tutor!

She always comes prepared and provide great feedback. She delivers the results each time she’s requested. Definitely a great tutor which is hard to come by. No AI, no ChatGPT just real!!!

MAHATANE, 31 lessons with Ellen

Great tutor

Her attention to detail is exactly what I needed. She will help you understand explain and her knowledge is second to none. One of the best investments I’ve ever made tourist my education.

Johnny, 19 lessons with Ellen

Ellen is very astute in the knowledge of medical billing and coding.

Ellen helped me develop a working grasp of the coding manual. Eleen is extremely patient and organized. She has the aptitude to handle the frustrations I presented in order to walk me through the course challenges. Ellen is the consummate tutor. Any struggling student would be blessed to have her lead them along the odyssey of academics.

Rich Allen, 4 lessons with Ellen

Luis very much admired ms. Ellen

She got him to read and sound confident in his words. She was very encouraging. He is looking forward to next week with her. I’m over the moon excited for his growth and confidence in his speech. I feel confident I made the right choice. Thank you.

Shelly, 1 lesson with Ellen

Greatest experience

........................Ellen was so patient and kind while tutoring me. I was walking i. the dark before our section, and she turned the light on....................................................

Charissa, 1 lesson with Ellen

Fantastic job, great teacher!

She was amazing, and I am looking forward to more lessons! It was our first class, and she helped me a lot in finding what I needed to improve.

Gabriel, 13 lessons with Ellen

Patient and knowledgeable tutor

Coding is challenging for me, and Ellen conveys the lesson in ways that I would understand. I genuinely believe that Ellen cares about my understanding of the coding material. Because her showing me how to interpret the information allowed me to complete my assignments.

Wendy, 35 lessons with Ellen

Very helpful, knowledgeable, and provides great explanations

She was able to point out things I didn't realize before, very good at explaining things in a clear way, very nice and kind personality & professional, helping me understand several things easily in short amounts of time. Wonderful tutor!

Angeline, 4 lessons with Ellen

Fantastic job, great teacher!

She was amazing, and I am looking forward to more lessons! It was our first class, and she helped me a lot in finding what I needed to improve.

Gabriel, 13 lessons with Ellen
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