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Patient and Fun Tutor/Coach for your Special Needs
Anna G.

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358 hours tutoring

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My love of teaching comes from a love of learning and higher education. I have my Master's in Special Education, graduating with honors and am a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. I worked as a public school teacher for years with special education students and also at a Catholic school with special education students. I am patient, understanding and know how to work with people with varying degrees of limitations and abilities. I try to make learning as fun as possible...

My love of teaching comes from a love of learning and higher education. I have my Master's in Special Education, graduating with honors and am a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. I worked as a public school teacher for years with special education students and also at a Catholic school with special education students. I am patient, understanding and know how to work with people with varying degrees of limitations and abilities. I try to make learning as fun as possible and use methods that I've developed over the years with my students to keep learning interesting and not boring or repetitive. My style is more similar to that of a counselor or coach which may be preferable for those who get bored easily.

I've worked with students with all sorts of special needs ranging from autism, emotional disturbance, anxiety, test taking anxiety, and depression. My specific focus is working with students with autism, any type of learning disability, mental health issues, test-taking anxiety, and ADHD, among other disabilities/abilities.

I'm up for any challenge and I hope to help you realize your full learning potential. At this time, I will only be working virtually and accepting students for online appointments. Please contact me for any further information. I look forward to helping you!! Anna

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Education

Vassar College, BA
American Culture
Florida Atlantic University Master Social Work (MSW)
Graduate Coursework
City College of NY, Masters Degree Special Education
MEd

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $75
  • Rate details: I can offer a discount for multiple hour lessons. I’m also willing to negotiate so feel free to ask!
  • Lesson cancellation: 8 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 2/12/2022

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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ADHD

ADHD

I have a masters in special education. I have also privately tutored students with ADHD. I know how to keep a child with ADHD interested in learning because I keep distractions to a minimum, take frequent breaks as needed, and use music as a means to relax students while completing work.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

I completed my student teaching at the AMAC school (Association for Metroarea Autistic Children) where I worked with children with varying degrees of autism. I taught children who were high-functioning Aspergers students to very low-functioning students who were non-verbal. I taught movement, social skills, life skills, as well as academics. It was a great experience and I made progress with my students. I also learned techniques such as positive reinforcement and applied behavior analysis to chart progress which are effective approaches for working with the autistic population.
Career Development

Career Development

My first foray into career development began right after college when I was hired as a corporation recruiter for a large legal recruiting firm; here, I learned how to interview clients, prepare clients for interviews, review and edit resumes, and prepare attorneys to interview for in-house jobs at various corporations. Most recently, I trained new hires at a social services agency and worked directly with our clients as a career coach for people with and without special needs. I believe in a collaborative approach that assesses your needs, strengths, interests, and goals and helps you capitalize on them. I will make this experience fun for you and will be with you coaching you, guiding you, and cheering you on every step of the way!
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I have worked as a SETSS teacher (doing academic work with students with special needs at the elementary school age level and had great success. I have also worked as an enrichment teacher in the summer teaching science, nutrition, and gardening to students from Kindergarten to Grade 4 which was a lot of fun. I have extensive experience as a substitute teacher in various schools throughout NYC in common branches (elementary school education) and I am familiar with the common core standards and curriculum. I would love to help Elementary school students achieve their goals. I just completed my Master's in Special Education, graduating with honors.
Film

Film

I studied film and film theory at Vassar College. I also worked in the film industry when I graduated from college in various capacities; some of my roles included production assistant, script supervisor, and wardrobe assistant. I have taken additional coursework in screenwriting and have a vast knowledge of the film industry as many of my friends work in the business on a full-time or freelance basis. Additionally, I wrote film reviews for a local arts publication called "Art and Propaganda" for several years and now read film reviews just for pleasure.. I am passionate about film and filmmaking and think I could be an asset to anyone who needs help in all aspects of film. I am currently in the early stages of writing a screenplay and am excited to have the opportunity to help you with your project!
Fitness

Fitness

I am a certified health teacher (passed the NY state teaching certification exam). I have an extensive background in physical fitness and I also work as a personal trainer on a part-time basis. I exercise at a gym 5-6 days a week and play most sports for pleasure. I also have studied nutrition and weight loss techniques. I am very adept at creating fitness goals for my students that are achievable and on a personal level, I love fitness and bring that passion when teaching my students.
Law

Law

law school graduate, law school tutor
LSAT

LSAT

I scored high on my LSAT, can help anyone conquer the LSAT, and graduated with honors from law school.
Psychology

Psychology

post-bac in psychology, Columbia University, NY, NY. In addition, I have an extensive background in psychology and have taken many college and graduate level psychology courses. Although I am pursuing the social work route, I am available to help with any psychology course and can help you excel!
Social Work

Social Work

I am a current student at Florida University’s Master’s in Social Work program. I have worked for the past 2 years in mental health outreach and can help you with your coursework and/or other issues that you are facing. I am also a great listener and can help you to the best of my ability.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I have a masters degree in special education from City College. I have worked with students with special needs for many years including at an after school program where I tutored students in math and English. I've also volunteered at Bellevue with children and adolescents in the inpatient psychiatric unit with various disabilities ranging from schizophrenia to depression to bipolar disorder. I feel comfortable teaching children with special needs and I create a goal oriented curriculum based on their needs and skill sets. Any child can learn if they have a teacher who understands them!
Study Skills

Study Skills

I am an expert in study skills and have worked as a SETSS teacher where I implemented goals based on each student's Individualized Education Plans. I create my own progress reports that are based on each of my student's special needs and we chart progress to show improvements. I also have some tricks that I use for students to help them pay attention, stay focused, and motivated. Study skills are necessary to achieve success and to utilize one's study time efficiently. I think I am highly qualified to teach study skills!
Tennis

Tennis

I have played tennis competitively since I was a child and I have also taken tennis lessons. I know how to teach form, practice drills, exercises, and keep a child or adult interested in the sport. Tennis involves hand-eye coordination and is a fun game. It is also a sport that one can play for the rest of your life and it can keep you in great shape.
Theater

Theater

I began acting professionally in high school and now teach theater, acting techniques, and voiceover techniques to my students. I also assist with writing acting resumes, choosing looks that best suit you for your headshots, and helping with preparation for auditions. I can help you no matter what stage you are in your acting/theater career and will guide you every step of the way to meet your goals!! I can also help you find representation (manager/agent) etc. I will help you every step of the way!!
Writing

Writing

background in both psychology and writing
ACT English
Algebra 2
American History
Anatomy
Art Theory
Biology
Ecology
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
ESL/ESOL
GED
Geography
Geology
Government & Politics
Grammar
Literature
Microbiology
Nursing
Philosophy
Physical Science
Physiology
Political Science
Prealgebra
Proofreading
PSAT
Reading
SAT Reading
SAT Writing
Social Studies
Spelling
SSAT
Vocabulary

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Knowledgeable and Patient Tutors

I really enjoy working with this tutor because she is very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She helps me answer some questions about IO psychology and she provides very in-depth explanation of the problems which I appreciate. She is also willing sacrifice her sleep to help you and I am really touch by that gesture. Overall great tutor and I would love to work with her again.

MINH, 1 lesson with Anna

Great Lifecoach

I got distracted and off topic so I didn't get done what I'd hoped to get done which is the only reason for giving four stars instead of five. I would have really liked to have had some redirection when I got off topic but that is my fault. Anna is incredibly smart, talented and very motivating. I do recommend her.

Vanessa, 1 lesson with Anna
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