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SAT & Executive Functioning Specialist|Academic Skills Coach, 20+Years
Tami A.

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Hi, I’m Tami.

I help students build executive functioning skills-organizational, planning, task initiation, and follow-through- so that daily school stress becomes confidence and independence.

I am a certified Executive Functioning and Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Specialist through the Florida Department of Education, with additional licensure in Secondary Education. I specialize in supporting students who struggle with executive functioning skills, including organization,...

Hi, I’m Tami.

I help students build executive functioning skills-organizational, planning, task initiation, and follow-through- so that daily school stress becomes confidence and independence.

I am a certified Executive Functioning and Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Specialist through the Florida Department of Education, with additional licensure in Secondary Education. I specialize in supporting students who struggle with executive functioning skills, including organization, motivation, focus, task initiation, academic confidence, and anxiety management.

I work extensively with students who have ADHD, learning differences, IEPs or 504 plans, and alternative learning or processing styles. My approach is structured, supportive, and individualized, meeting students exactly where they are while helping them build the skills they need to move forward with confidence.

My background includes reading and writing instruction, executive functioning development, test preparation, and personalized academic coaching. I focus on teaching practical, repeatable strategies—planning and prioritization, breaking down assignments, time management, and effective study and preparation routines—so students feel more in control of their academic demands.

I believe meaningful progress happens when students feel safe, understood, and supported. I partner closely with families and, when appropriate, classroom teachers to align goals, expectations, and strategies, creating steady and sustainable growth.

When students feel encouraged and capable, they thrive. I would be honored to partner with your family to strengthen essential skills, build confidence, and support lasting academic success.

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Education

Northern Illinois University
BA History
Florida Department of Education
Graduate Coursework
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $80
  • Rate details: *Rates vary by need. Executive Functioning & ESE Coaching: $90 /hr. SAT/ACT Test Prep: $80/hr. Subject Tutoring: $65/hr. Multi-hour sessions: (Please message me for rates)
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 12/9/2025

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

ADHD

ADHD

I received my Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Specialist Certification through the state of Florida and have over 20 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, emotional-regulation challenges, and other processing-related learning needs. My mastery methodology specializes in strengthening these learning needs. Through the development and application of a student-centered approach, each learner discovers their unique metacognitive awareness (a student's understanding of how they approach learning and comprehension). This increased awareness results in decreased academic anxiety, improved organization, stronger planning and task-initiation skills, increased ability to emotionally regulate, and measurable improvement in academic grades. Over time, learners experience academic success and learner independence that begins the journey of advocating confidently for themselves in and beyond the classroom.
American History

American History

I am a certified educator with over 20 years of experience teaching World History, American History, and European History, including AP and IB coursework. I specialize in helping students develop strong historical thinking skills, including source analysis, DBQs, essays, and exam preparation. I am also certified in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and incorporate executive functioning strategies to support organization, focus, time management, and confidence—especially for students with ADHD or learning differences
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

I received my Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Specialist Certification through the state of Florida and have over 20 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, autistic & emotional-regulation challenges, and other processing-related learning needs. My mastery methodology specializes in strengthening these learning needs. Through the development and application of a student-centered approach, each learner discovers their unique metacognitive awareness (a student's understanding of how they approach learning and comprehension). This increased awareness results in decreased academic anxiety, improved organization, stronger planning and task-initiation skills, increased ability to emotionally regulate, and measurable improvement in academic grades. Over time, learners experience academic success and learner independence that begins the journey of advocating confidently for themselves in and beyond the classroom.
Common Core

Common Core

I am a certified ESE Specialist with over 20 years of experience supporting students in grades K-12 across all Common Core subject areas. I have extensive expertise helping learners strengthen foundational reading, writing, and math skills while building confidence and independence. My background includes working with students who have ADHD, Processing Challenges and Executive Functioning needs, ensuring instruction is clear, structured, and individualized. I use step-by-step strategies, visual supports, and targeted skill-bulding to help students master Common Core Standards.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I have over 20 years of experience in education and am a Certified Executive Function and Exceptional Student Education specialist (ESE). I have successfully supported elementary (K-6) students in reading, writing, math, history/social studies, and foundational academic skills. I specialize in helping students develop strong learning habits, confidence, and independence through explicit instruction, organization, and step-by-step problem-solving strategies. With my extensive educational experience and qualifications in working with students across the full K-6 continuum, I am experienced in supporting alternative learning styles, including ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, and other processing needs. I adapt lessons to meet each learner's needs while reinforcing core academic standards.
English

English

Please review my profile for a full scope of my Degrees, Certifications and Qualifications.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I bring 20+ years of experience as a Secondary Educator, certified as an ESE, Exceptional Student Education Specialist and Executive Functioning. I bring advanced qualifications in writing, research, and analysis. I specialize in Executive Functioning support-helping students plan, organize, and revise complex writing tasks effectively. I hold a degree in History with a strong writing and research concentration and was recognized for producing the top undergraduate thesis in my department. I have extensive experience supporting AP and IB Level, honors, college, and graduate writers.
European History

European History

I have a BA in History with a concentration in European History and over 20 years of experience teaching advanced European History. I’ve taught AP- and IB-level coursework and specialize in helping students understand complex historical events, timelines, and themes in a clear, structured way. I was recognized for top undergraduate thesis research in my history department and bring strong expertise in historical writing, document analysis, and exam preparation. I also integrate executive-function strategies to help students stay organized, confident, and efficient in their studying
Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning

I have over 20 years of experience as a certified ESE Specialist supporting students with ADHD, Processing Challenges, and a wide range of Executive Functioning needs. I help learners strengthen skills such as organization, planning, working memory, initiation, and self-monitoring using clear, structured and individualized strategies. My approach combines step-by-step modeling, routine-building, and targeted skill practice that leads to measurable improvement in both academics and daily functioning. I specialize in helping students gain confidence, consistency, and independence in their work habits.
Grammar

Grammar

Professional Summary I am a certified educator with a strong background in Exceptional Student Education (ESE), executive functioning coaching, and curriculum design. With over 20 years of experience in teaching and professional learning, I’ve supported students of all ages in building confidence, organization, and independence through targeted instruction and personalized strategies. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and have specialized training in ESE and Executive Functioning, allowing me to design individualized learning plans that address academic goals as well as skill development in focus, time management, and self-regulation. My approach blends structure with empathy—meeting learners where they are and helping them grow at a pace that feels supportive and achievable.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

Please review my entire profile for all of my Qualifications, Degrees, and Certifications.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I received my Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Specialist Certification through the state of Florida and have over 20 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, emotional-regulation challenges, and other processing-related learning needs. My mastery methodology specializes in strengthening these learning needs. Through the development and application of a student-centered approach, each learner discovers their unique metacognitive awareness (a student's understanding of how they approach learning and comprehension). This increased awareness results in decreased academic anxiety, improved organization, stronger planning and task-initiation skills, increased ability to emotionally regulate, and measurable improvement in academic grades. Over time, learners experience academic success and learner independence that begins the journey of advocating confidently for themselves in and beyond the classroom
Spelling

Spelling

I bring over 20 years of experience as a certified educator with deep expertise in spelling instruction, literacy development, and language mechanics. I have taught spelling through phonics, morphology (roots, prefixes, and suffixes), syllabication, and word-pattern analysis, helping students move beyond memorization to true word mastery. As a certified ESE and EF educator, I specialize in supporting students with ADHD, dyslexia, and executive-function challenges by using structured, multisensory strategies. My approach is individualized, research-based, and focused on building confidence, accuracy, and long-term spelling skills that transfer directly into reading and writing.
Study Skills
Vocabulary
Writing

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