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Former Teacher with 10 Years Experience Tutoring K-12
Jaime P.

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I hold a STEM degree and have over 10 years of wonderful experience tutoring K–12 students in elementary, middle, and high school. I am also a former high school English and Social Studies teacher! As a former teacher and current tutor, I have experience supporting students with ADHD and Autism, and those who are learning ESL (English as a Second Language).

Students learn best when they understand the “why” and the “how” behind an idea, not just what they’re expected to memorize. I tailor...

I hold a STEM degree and have over 10 years of wonderful experience tutoring K–12 students in elementary, middle, and high school. I am also a former high school English and Social Studies teacher! As a former teacher and current tutor, I have experience supporting students with ADHD and Autism, and those who are learning ESL (English as a Second Language).

Students learn best when they understand the “why” and the “how” behind an idea, not just what they’re expected to memorize. I tailor each session to the student’s individual needs. We break down complex concepts into bite-sized pieces and use examples and rapport to make each lesson relevant and interesting. Each session leaves space for guided practice and skill-building. The goal is for each student to leave feeling more prepared and confident than when they arrived.

Before we dive in, I start by learning about a student’s goals, challenges, strengths, and learning style. This key information informs my teaching style and approach.

A typical lesson starts by identifying current content areas and what feels most challenging. Together, we review the material, break down difficult concepts or texts, work through examples, and then practice independently with support as needed. I also keep an eye out for gaps in foundational skills that may be making current material more difficult.

I tutor K–12 students in English and social studies, including reading comprehension, writing, grammar, literature, history, civics, essay writing, research skills, and test preparation. My personal goal is to make learning less intimidating and more accessible, while helping students feel confident, empowered, and capable.

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Education

CU Boulder
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: Flexibility on rates - message me to discuss!
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

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  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have over 10 years of experience tutoring K–12 students in math, including extensive experience with Algebra 1! As a former high school teacher with a STEM degree, I’m comfortable helping students build a strong foundation in linear equations, systems, inequalities, functions, polynomials, factoring, graphing, and all other subjects Algebra 1. I always tailor my instruction and guidance to each student’s personalized needs. I am happy to help with homework support, mastering a challenging concept, or preparation for a test, including the SAT and ACT. My goal is to make algebra less daunting while helping students develop the skills and confidence to solve problems independently. Can't wait to connect!
Biology

Biology

I graduated from CU Boulder with my degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, and I have over 10 years of experience tutoring K–12 students in biology. As a former high school teacher with a STEM degree, I’m comfortable helping students build a strong foundation in cell biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, anatomy, physiology, and other areas of biology. I always tailor my instruction and guidance to each student’s individual needs. I’m happy to help with homework, mastering a challenging concept, or preparing for a test, including the SAT and ACT. My goal is to make biology feel fun and exciting, while helping students develop the skills and confidence to understand concepts and apply them independently. Can’t wait to connect!
Career Development

Career Development

I am a professional corporate recruiter holding a Bachelor's degree and possessing extensive hands-on experience managing end-to-end talent acquisition pipelines from application sourcing to formal job offers. My background in corporate recruitment provides me with a deep, objective understanding of employer expectations, resume screening algorithms, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). In my career development coaching practice, I deliver structured instruction on resume optimization, application strategies, and professional networking communication. I utilize a metrics-driven methodology to prepare candidates for competitive corporate interviews, specializing in behavioral framework training, the STAR interview method, and salary negotiation tactics. My instruction focuses on translating my industry recruiting insight into actionable, step-by-step milestones that build candidate independence and measurably improve hiring outcomes.
Dyslexia

Dyslexia

I am a former classroom teacher holding a Bachelor's degree and extensive professional coursework in Elementary Education, with 8 years of dedicated experience providing targeted reading interventions for students with dyslexia. Throughout my 8 years of specialized instruction, I have developed a strong framework in Structured Literacy, explicitly focusing on phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, decoding mechanics, and morphology. My tutoring methodology utilizes explicit, multisensory strategies designed to help dyslexic learners break down and map language structure effectively. I am highly experienced in analyzing student learning gaps, tracking linguistic progress, and adapting core curriculum materials to support reading comprehension, orthographic spelling, and written expression. My objective is to translate evidence-based reading methodologies into structured, manageable milestones that systematically build student independence and core literacy fluency.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a former English and Social Studies classroom teacher holding a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, with extensive undergraduate coursework dedicated to Elementary Education. I possess 5 years of professional tutoring experience specifically focused on kindergarten through 6th-grade students. My academic background allows me to provide structured, content-driven instruction across core elementary math, English Language Arts (ELA), social studies, and basic science. Throughout my 5 years of tutoring and classroom experience, I have developed a strong track record of identifying student learning gaps and adapting curriculum to fit individual needs. My approach focuses on providing targeted homework support, strengthening foundational skills, and building student independence in core elementary concepts.
English

English

I have over 10 years of experience tutoring K–12 students in English, and I’m a former high school English and Social Studies teacher! I love helping students with reading comprehension, writing, grammar, literature, essay and creative writing, and test preparation. I always tailor my lessons to each student’s individual needs and goals. I'm happy to support with homework, understanding a challenging text, or building and refining writing skills in a variety of contexts. My goal is to make reading and writing feel fun and to help students find their personal connection these subjects. At the end of each lesson, each student should leave feeling more empowered and confident in their English skills. Can’t wait to connect!
Environmental Science

Environmental Science

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from CU Boulder, where I served as an official University Learning Assistant for the foundational Introduction to Ecology course. I possess over 10 years of professional teaching and tutoring experience specializing in the biological and environmental sciences, including dedicated Advanced Placement (AP) Exam preparation. My academic background provides me with comprehensive mastery of core concepts required for the AP Environmental Science (APES) curriculum, including ecosystem dynamics, biodiversity indices, evolutionary mechanisms, climatology, conservation biology, and anthropogenic impacts. Throughout my decade of experience, I have utilized a structured methodology for breaking down complex environmental systems, data interpretation, and scientific workflows into manageable milestones. I am highly skilled at identifying student learning gaps, delivering targeted test preparation for free-response and multiple-choice sections, and providing rigorous coursework support aligned with secondary and collegiate science curricula to systematically build analytical independence.
Homeschool

Homeschool

I am a former secondary classroom teacher holding a STEM Bachelor's degree alongside extensive professional coursework in Elementary Education, possessing over 10 years of experience delivering structured academic instruction for homeschool students across the K-12 spectrum. My dual background in the sciences and humanities allows me to design and implement rigorous, interdisciplinary homeschool curricula that align with state educational standards and benchmark milestones. My instructional framework focuses on managing both synchronous and asynchronous learning structures, adapting core lesson plans to individual student pacing, and compiling objective academic portfolios. I am highly skilled at identifying specific learning gaps in core mathematics, English Language Arts (ELA), sciences, and social studies, translating complex concepts into structured, manageable lessons. My objective is to provide content-driven, measurable homeschool support that satisfies institutional academic requirements while systematically building student independence and long-term academic proficiency.
Literature

Literature

I have over 10 years of experience tutoring K–12 students in English and literature, and I’m a former high school English and Social Studies teacher. I can help students with reading comprehension, literary analysis, essay writing, vocabulary, and understanding challenging texts. I always tailor my instruction to each student’s needs. We break down complex texts and ideas into manageable pieces, allowing students to develop their own interpretations and analytical skills. I'm happy to help with a specific book, an upcoming assignment, preparing for a test, or building broader literary analysis skills. My goal is to make reading feel empowering, exciting, and accessible.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I am a former high school English and Social Studies teacher (grades 9–12) holding a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, with extensive coursework in Elementary Education. I have over 10 years of professional teaching and tutoring experience spanning K-12, college applicants, and adult learners. My expertise includes advanced grammar mechanics, literary analysis, essay writing, and college application preparation. I specialize in guiding students through the competitive process of drafting personal statements for high-stakes university admissions and scholarship applications, successfully helping applicants earn acceptance at competitive four-year institutions. My structured methodology focuses on concrete writing mechanics, structural outlining, and detailed line-by-line editing to turn complex essay prompts into manageable milestones that build student independence.
SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

I am a former secondary classroom teacher holding a Bachelor's degree and possessing over 10 years of professional standardized test prep experience, specifically specializing in the New York City Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT). My instructional framework delivers targeted, content-driven prep for both the English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics sections of the modern digital exam. I provide comprehensive curriculum training covering SHSAT grammar conventions, revising/editing mechanics, dense reading comprehension analysis, and core 8th-grade mathematical problem-solving including algebraic equations, geometry, and grid-in computational layouts. My methodology is explicitly tailored to the test's computer-adaptive testing (CAT) format, focusing heavy instruction on real-time accuracy, digital test interface tools, and strategic pacing parameters. I focus on systematically breaking down complex prompt logic to maximize student raw scores, align with variable institutional composite cutoffs, and successfully guide 8th-grade applicants toward admissions at elite NYC specialized high schools.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I have over 10 years of experience tutoring K–12 students in social studies, and I’m a former high school English and Social Studies teacher! I enjoy helping students with history, civics, government, geography, and other social studies coursework. I always tailor each lesson to each student’s individual needs. I'm happy to help with homework, understanding a challenging concept, developing study skills, or preparing for a test, including the ACT and SAT. My goal is to make social studies more interesting and and approachable, while helping students build strong academic skills, confidence, and problem-solving capabilities.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I have been tutoring K–12 students for over 10 years, and have significant experience helping students develop effective study skills and executive functioning strategies. As a former classroom teacher, I’ve worked with students to identify their learning style and develop organization, time management, and task initiation strategies. I supporting skill-building in active reading, note-taking, test preparation, academic anxiety-management, and study strategies. I always tailor my approach to each student’s individual needs, helping them identify their own personal challenges and motivations so we can collaboratively develop practical and realistic interventions. My goal is to help students feel confident, independent, regulated, and successful in their long-term academic career. Students leave with an understanding of their own goals and tools that make learning and studying more manageable, effective, and fun.
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