Experienced teacher helping kids succeed

Amy K.

With more than 25 years of experience in elementary education, I have dedicated my career to helping children become confident, successful learners. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, a Master’s degree in Instructional Education, and a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. I am certified in Elementary Education for grades 1–6 and have additional certifications and endorsements in Reading, Gifted Education, and ESOL/ELL. I have spent the majority of my career teaching third grade, while also teaching fourth and fifth grades and serving as a Title I Coordinator and ELA remediation teacher.

My experience has given me a strong background in reading, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, grammar, and elementary mathematics. I have worked with students in whole-class, small-group, intervention, enrichment, and individualized settings. I use explicit, systematic instruction and break challenging concepts into manageable steps. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, I identify each student’s strengths and learning gaps and tailor instruction to meet their individual needs.

I believe the best tutoring builds both skills and confidence. I create a positive, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and trying again. My goal is not simply to help a child complete an assignment or pass a test, but to help them understand what they are learning and develop the strategies they need to become independent learners. Few things are more rewarding to me than watching a child go from saying, “I can’t do this” to proudly realizing, “I can!”