Denise V.
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Guiding self learning to personal success is what I do best!
CSU Dominguez Hills CA
CSU Dominguez Hills, Ca
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For the last 10 years I've worked as a classroom teacher. I've taught my students to become intelligent, tolerant, empathic, well-rounded citizens in a safe, fun and meaningful environment. I use humor, stories, and examples the students can relate to so they understand what they "don't get." The part of my classroom teaching I really enjoy is the
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Travels within 15 miles of Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670Denise offers online lessons
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Elementary (K-6th)
I currently hold a Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This credential includes a Supplementary Authorization in English. Additional certificates are held for CLAD, Crosscultural, Language & Academic Development Emphasis and ELD/SDAIE for instruction for English Language Development. I have ten years of classroom experience teaching multiple subjects.
English
English is one of the hardest subjects to learn but writing and speaking well are ways most people perceive as being an educated person. I have a supplemental certification to teach English as a separate subject in addition to my multiple subject credential. I passed the online test at 100%.
ESL/ESOL
My current CA Multiple Subject Professional Clear Teaching Credential includes a Supplementary Authorization in English, CLAD-Crosscultural, Language & Academic Development Emphasis and ELD/SDAIE specific instruction for English Language Development. I have ten years of classroom experience teaching multiple subjects using "Avenue's" and "Into English" English Language curriculum.
General Computer
I have over 25 years of experience in using various types of software and hardware from MAC to regular desktop or laptop operating systems. Most of my knowledge is in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. I have also worked with a few graphic design of cards, posters, business cards, trifold brochures & single sheet flyers.
Grammar
Grammar is speaking and writing using the correct part of speech, correct verb tense, past, present or future, and additional words to complete a thought to express meaning. Phonics, reading, comprehension, and listening are ways I teach correct use of grammar. Many of my elementary school students are English Language Learners. However, even my English as their first language students still struggle with grammar. Teaching for 10 years has given me many resources and experience to help anyone improve their grammar skills.
Microsoft Excel
Setting up spreadsheets takes a bit of time initially but saves you time in the long run. You can create forms, calculate numbers using formulas & manipulate data using pivot tables. The more you practice the better you become. I hope I can help guide you to work with Excel comfortably.
Reading
Reading, writing and speaking are all essential to learning the English language properly. I teach using both phonics to read the words and whole language for comprehension. This includes reading stories for meaning that I believe are crucial to teaching Reading. My multiple subject teaching credential also allows me to teach English as a separate subject with a supplemental authorization.
SAT Reading
SAT Reading includes many obscure words many people do not normally use. Taking this test required solid reading comprehension as well as excellent vocabulary. However, test taking strategies will be your best course of action to pass this test with high scores. In my many years of college and in my 10 years of teaching, I have become a well rounded person, having knowledge in many areas to pass to an eager student.
Study Skills
In my 10 years as a classroom teacher, I've had to be organized and systematic to incorporate not only the curriculum but skills and qualities that will help my students be successful in life and in school. I attended college at night while working full time, then after having my daughter, I worked part-time and went to school full time. Having mastered study habits in high school helped me handle all the academic rigors but also maintain balance in my home and family life.
Writing
Writing the English language properly is one of the hardest subjects to learn. However, writing and speaking well are ways most people use to perceive someone else as being an educated person. I have a supplemental certification to teach English as a separate subject in addition to my multiple subject credential. I have been a classroom teacher for 10 years.
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Denise V.
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Guiding self learning to personal success is what I do best!