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Patient and Experienced Teacher and Executive Function Coach
Kara N.

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Over the past 20 years, I have been blessed to work with some truly amazing students. I spent 15 years in the classroom and I have been teaching entirely online for the past 7 years. I have helped numerous students achieve their goals; whether that is passing a test at the 99th percentile or learning strategies to stay organized, or mastering Algebra. I have homeschooled a family of 3 online for the past 6 years and am looking to take on a few more clients. I have guided students through the...

Over the past 20 years, I have been blessed to work with some truly amazing students. I spent 15 years in the classroom and I have been teaching entirely online for the past 7 years. I have helped numerous students achieve their goals; whether that is passing a test at the 99th percentile or learning strategies to stay organized, or mastering Algebra. I have homeschooled a family of 3 online for the past 6 years and am looking to take on a few more clients. I have guided students through the college admissions process and helped them write the best admissions essays possible. As a tutor, I have a wide array of knowledge for admissions tests, gifted & talented tests, and annual and benchmark academic tests. I have worked with students struggling with dyslexia, ADHD symptoms, and varying degrees on the autism spectrum. I have full faith that I can help you to improve your test-taking ability and your content knowledge while helping you understand the unique way your brain works. I strive to always make the learning process fun and engaging and full of laughter. I have 15 5-star reviews from TrustPilot linked here https://www.trustpilot.com/review/testingmom.com?search=kara

I have been told I am extremely patient and kind and can teach all subjects from Kindergarten through 8t grade. Furthermore, I can teach Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, English 1 and 2, Financial literacy, executive function skills, and Gifted and Talented test prep. I guide students to find the methods that work best for them while comprehensively covering the details of the curriculum. I have taught students from Preschool through college and hold a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in education. I am also a homeschool teacher online. I hold a TESOL certificate to teach English as a second language as well. In addition to traditional academics, I am also experienced in Singapore math and GATE/Gifted and Talented tests like CogAT, WISC-V, NNAT, OLSAT, among others. I look forward to working with your young learner!

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Education

Southeast Missouri State University
Elementary Education
William Woods University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: First 30 minute session is free. If a student does not show up for a session, I will leave the zoom meeting after 15 minutes and full session will be charged.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 4/24/2025

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Accuplacer

Accuplacer

I have helped prepare several students to take the Accuplacer test to ensure readiness for upcoming coursework. I have guided students through review of the reading, writing, arithmetic, algebra, statistics, functions, and quantitative reasoning. I have worked with students on this test for the past 7 years. I am a certified teacher with a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction.
ADHD

ADHD

As an executive function coach as well as a teacher, I am very well versed in the variety of learning styles that accompany a diagnosis of ADHD. I recently trained on using executive function strategies to help with ADHD symptoms both as a supplement to medications and as stand alone strategies. I am acutely aware of the challenges that accompany ADHD and am equipped to teach students how to use strategies that build upon their strengths. I have specifically worked with students as young as 5 with ADHD and those in college to help guide their learning with strategies to use their ADHD to their benefit. In the traditional classroom, I provided accommodations for students with ADHD in grades 4 - 8.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I spent 12 years in the classroom teaching PreAlgebra ,Algebra, and Geometry to students in grades 7-9. Now I tutor students daily on strategies and methods to solve problems in ways that fit their unique learning style. I use a variety of verbal, auditory, and kinesthetic learning strategies to help students to learn, retain, and more importantly, APPLY their knowledge to more challenging questions.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

During my time teaching, I have taught several students at various levels on the Autism spectrum. I have been a long-term homeschool teacher for several students in a one-to-one online teaching environment. I carefully utilize session time to give students opportunities to practice skills as needed and demonstrate their independence in each skill when ready. Most recently, I have worked with a 10th grade student in Language Arts and Math. Prior to my online teaching, my classroom was an open learning environment and those students on the Autism spectrum were given as much time and guidance as needed for each of them to be successful. I have been told that I am incredibly patient, kind, and nurturing and have had clients recommend me for such in the past.
CLAST

CLAST

I have 10 years of experience in teaching/tutoring for preparation for the CLAST test. As a certified teacher with a Master's degree in curriculum and instruction I am adeptly qualified to teach the English Language and Reading section, the Math section, and offer strategies and support to excel on the essay portion. I have successfully helped 5 students in the past year to demonstrate their knowledge of these subject areas so that they could move forward with their educational journey.
Common Core

Common Core

I have taught both prior to the implementation of Common Core and was instrumental in implementing it into our existing curriculum. I have taught Common Core ELA, Math, and Science for over 20 years. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in K-6 Education for all subjects as well as a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I also have 20+ years of experience teaching both in a traditional classroom setting and online. I taught Common Core standards for Math and English in grades 3 and 4 as well as middle school Math (grades 5 - 8) from 2015 - 2019. I went through extensive curriculum training as provided by my brick and mortar school.
COOP/HSPT

COOP/HSPT

I have tutored students over the past 6 years for the High School Placement Exam. Seven out of the eight students scored above 96%. Although challenging, this skills included on the HSPT/COOP test can be taught in a multitude of ways. I price myself on utilizing a variety of methods to teach skills to students so that they understand the skills in their own way.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I have taught creative writing to students both in the traditional classroom environment in grades K-8 and one-to-one using an online setting. Creative writing can be challenging at times and requires extensive use of figurative language and vocabulary knowledge.
Dyslexia

Dyslexia

I have had the privilege of teaching multiple students that have issues with dyslexia and dyscalculia. I recently trained using Orton-Gillingham strategies to further assist students in developing strategies that help them to be more successful in traditional educational environments using touch methods and color coding, to name a few. I currently have 3 students with dyslexia that I am helping to use successful strategies specific to their needs.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I hold a Bachelor's Degree in K-6 Education for all subjects as well as a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I also have 20+ years of experience teaching both in a traditional classroom setting and online. I taught Elementary standards for Math and English in grades 3 and 4 from 2005 - 2015 as well as middle school Math (grades 5 - 8) from 2015 - 2019.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

As a classroom teacher, I taught essay writing on a regular basis. As an online instructor, I have taught essay writing for language arts classes and for test preparation like ISEE or Regents or STAAR. In addition, I have guided students to make their writing more structured, yet engaging. I love helping students learn how to add richness to their papers and change the way they feel about writing.
Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning

I have trained in executive functioning strategies and am a coach to help students develop healthy habits to help them to be more successful in working with their strengths to overcome their areas of weakness. I can help your student with task initiation, focus and follow through, working memory, organization, flexible thinking, emotional control, setting goals, and problem solving. These skills are a vital companion to traditional academics to help each student get the most out of these formative educational years.
Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing

I have taught fiction writing to students both in the traditional classroom environment in grades K-8 and one-to-one using an online setting. Fictional writing can be very fun at times and allows a student to express their creativity in creating engaging stories for all ages.
High School Placement Test

High School Placement Test

I have helped prepare dozens of students specifically for the High School Placement test to ensure they get placed in advanced level classes. With 23 years of experience teaching math to students in grades 3 - 12, I have decades of expertise in preparing students for the rigor of the math questions and the analysis involved on the comprehension questions. I have prepared students for this test as young as grade 5 with weekly sessions to 8th grades who just found out about the test and have a month to prepare. I am a firm believer in practice and will assign homework to obtain the best results, if requested.
Homeschool

Homeschool

I have been a homeschool teacher for the past 6 years with one family (three students) ranging from grade 2 through college freshman. I have taught them language arts, math, science and social studies for each year and tested using NWEA/MAP standards at least once per year
ISEE

ISEE

I have been teaching for ISEE for the past 6 years and have had nearly all of my students score stanine scores of 7,8, and 9's.
Praxis

Praxis

As an educator, I have not only taken the Praxis to obtain my original teaching certificate, but I have also helped several others, including student teachers, to pass the Praxis as well. The Praxis is a challenging test where all of the answers have some elements of truth, but it is all about the strategies one would utilize in the classroom. Prepping for this test requires one to get into the mindset of the test writers to fully reason through each action and each decision to maintain an engaging and healthy classroom environment. I am experienced in the K-6 test, the middle school math, english, and science test and the Algebra 1 and Geometry test.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I spent 12 years in the classroom teaching PreAlgebra and Algebra to students in grades 7-9. Now I tutor students daily on strategies and methods to solve problems in ways that fit their unique learning style. I use a variety of verbal, auditory, and kinesthetic learning strategies to help students to learn, retain, and more importantly, APPLY their knowledge to more challenging questions.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have been teaching online for the past 6 years full time. During that time, I have taught several students individualized strategies to improve their public speaking abilities. I even had two students advance to the finals in a national competition for public speaking.
Regents

Regents

I have taught several New York students from grades 3 - 12 online to prepare them for taking and excelling on the Regent's exam. I am familiar with the types and styles of testing questions along with the written portion. I am most familiar with the 3rd - 8th grade math and language arts and the high school math and language arts tests. I am currently teaching the Earth Science and the Living Environments Regents tests. I can help students to better understand exactly what the question is asking through a variety of methods like elimination, finding key words, and breaking down math problems.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

I have worked closely with students to enhance their SAT Reading and Writing skills. I emphasize adding depth and richness to their written pieces.
SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

I have tutored countless students from 6th through 8th grade for the SHSAT test. I focus on both the Quantitative and the Verbal sections to help students obtain a well rounded score. The vast majority of my students do well and are able to gain admissions into their school of choice.
SOL

SOL

I am a certified teachers with over 20 years of experience and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I have taught students in grades 3 - 8 to prepare for Virginia's Standards of Learning. I am fluent with the SOL's for these grades in Math, ELA, and Science. I have successfully prepared 12 students for this test and they have all scored Advanced Proficiency (500+)
STAAR

STAAR

STAAR can be quite challenging and I give students strategies to better answer the types of questions that appear on the STAAR test like 2-part Reading Language Arts questions and multi-step math equations. I have taught students in grades 3 - 8, Algebra, and English I and II. In addition to preparing students for the content material, I also help them to practice strategies to find the most accurate answer choice.
TAKS

TAKS

I have taught the TAKS standards to students in grades 9 and 10 for the past 6 years. TAKS can be a rigorous test and students need to practice to feel comfortable with the test questions. I individualize my instruction to meet students where they are and enhance their strengths to get them to a level of excellence.
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Science
Algebra 2
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
ESL/ESOL
GED
Geometry
Grammar
Handwriting
Literature
Phonics
Precalculus
Probability
PSAT
Reading
Social Studies
Spelling
SSAT
Study Skills
TOEFL
Trigonometry
Vocabulary
Writing
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Fast Results, Positive Energy and Incredible Support

We were under real pressure to prepare for a MAP assessment in just one week, and Kara made all the difference. While other tutors immediately said the timeline wasn’t realistic, Kara jumped in with total positivity and a can‑do attitude. She connected with my son instantly, kept him focused with daily progress updates and homework, and guided him with such clarity and encouragement. His scores improved dramatically — he reached his goal of scoring in the 90th percentiles — and it was entirely due to her focused, effective support. She has the kind of personality that clicks with any student, and one focused session with her is worth hours anywhere else. Highly recommend.

Sara, 10 lessons with Kara

Kind and patient tutor

Kara is amazing! So kind and patient and ensures my daughter has a solid understanding of the subject before moving on. My daughter had resisted tutoring before Kara but she really looks forward to her sessions with Kara! Highly recommend

Rory, 12 lessons with Kara

Kara is amazing with our kids

Kara is helping our daughters prepare for the SCAT test, which requires them to learn some advanced verbal and math skills for their age. Their progress has been amazing. She is very patient with them. Her session reports are top notch and allow us to really understand where our children are progressing. She does in depth research specific to the test and assigns homework accordingly. I really feel she goes above and beyond with her dedication to their progress. My daughters look forward to the sessions and are very interested in learning. Frankly, I can't say enough good things about Kara's skillset.

Chris, 14 lessons with Kara

Fast Results, Positive Energy and Incredible Support

We were under real pressure to prepare for a MAP assessment in just one week, and Kara made all the difference. While other tutors immediately said the timeline wasn’t realistic, Kara jumped in with total positivity and a can‑do attitude. She connected with my son instantly, kept him focused with daily progress updates and homework, and guided him with such clarity and encouragement. His scores improved dramatically — he reached his goal of scoring in the 90th percentiles — and it was entirely due to her focused, effective support. She has the kind of personality that clicks with any student, and one focused session with her is worth hours anywhere else. Highly recommend.

Sara, 10 lessons with Kara

Great tutor for high school placement exam prep!

Kara has done a great job working with my daughter to prepare for high school placement exams. She has become more confident since starting to work with Kara, and has come away from their sessions with a stronger sense of what to expect and how to take the exams. I'm very grateful for her help along the way!

Molly, 16 lessons with Kara

Excellent tutor

Ms. Kara is exceptionally patient and knowledgeable. She teaches my daughter in a way that makes learning clear and engaging. Her strategies are highly effective, and my daughter has gained a much better understanding of the material since working with her. We are truly grateful to have found her and highly recommend her to anyone seeking an excellent tutor.

Che, 16 lessons with Kara

Amazing Tutor

Kara is an engaging and patient tutor who ensures my kid truly understands the concept and encourages him to explain his thinking. My kid enjoys her lessons and has gained great confidence from her teaching.

Soumya, 23 lessons with Kara

Highly recommend! Warm, encouraging, and experienced tutor.

Kara has been working with my son to prep for the SHSAT. She is warm and engaging, and has a wonderful way of addressing the material. Her expert approach makes his lessons effective as well as fun! You can't ask for more than that. Highly recommend Kara.

Barbara, 20 lessons with Kara

Patient and knowledgeable teacher

Kara has been amazing with my kid! She makes learning fun and always finds a way to explain things so they actually make sense. My child looks forward to the sessions, which says a lot. Highly recommend her for elementary kids.

Jessica, 17 lessons with Kara

Amazing tutor

Kara has been tutoring my son in math and has been a life safer. He currently has a 100 in his math class and has been helping him study for an upcoming exam next week. Can’t thank her enough for all her help.

Alyssa, 4 lessons with Kara
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