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Creative and fun multisubject tutor teaches art, reading, and writing.
Linda R.

282 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $50

About Linda


Bio

I was trained as a Waldorf teacher, with a belief that academics and the arts go hand in hand to build both knowledge and self-expression. My first degree was in painting and drawing from Pratt Institute, in New York City. I worked as a class teacher in grades K-8 and then taught art at the Cincinnati Waldorf School. I later became interested in students with reading difficulties and I am currently a master's candidate at the University of Cincinnati in Literacy studies. My reading students...

I was trained as a Waldorf teacher, with a belief that academics and the arts go hand in hand to build both knowledge and self-expression. My first degree was in painting and drawing from Pratt Institute, in New York City. I worked as a class teacher in grades K-8 and then taught art at the Cincinnati Waldorf School. I later became interested in students with reading difficulties and I am currently a master's candidate at the University of Cincinnati in Literacy studies. My reading students are the core of my business, but I still teach art and writing. I love creative writing, and am currently working on a manuscript to try to get my first novel published. Learning should be fun and full of creativity. In Waldorf, we say that a teacher should crack the door of education open and let the student walk through. Tutoring should not be a chore or something a student doesn't look forward to. So, I strive to make lessons interesting and fun and to always invite the student's individuality to take center stage. When people like what they are doing, they learn so much more!


Education

Pratt Institute
BFA
Rudolf Steiner College Waldorf Teacher Training
Other
University of Cincinnati
MEd

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Rate details: I am offering a summer special for reading students of $50/hr. Art lessons will stay at $75/hr.
  • Lesson cancellation: 4 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 9/28/2015

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Drawing

Drawing

My Bachelor's degree is in fine art, drawing and painting, from Pratt Institute. I attended from 1984-1988 as a 1984 National Talent Search winner. I am primarily a watercolorist, though I also black-and-white drawing, too. I love working with middle-school through high school students as well as adults.
Painting

Painting

I am a classically trained oil painter. I studied painting at the nation's top art school, Pratt Institute, in New York City. I studied watercolor painting at Rudolf Steiner College, in the Waldorf Teacher Training program, in Fair Oaks, CA. I studied master oil painting in private studio lessons with a masters instructor from the University of Cincinnati DAP program.
Reading

Reading

Qualified to teach reading and writing using various methods to fit multiple learning styles. Grade 1 up through college.
Writing

Writing

I teach academic writing to all ages, including thesis research and writing. I also teach creative writing and can coach the preparation and writing of the novel as well as short stories, essays and poetry. I taught college level essay writing in the classroom at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. I currently host the Florence Literary Salon, a free writers' group on Meetup.

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Reviews

Super creative, enthusiastic and fun teacher

Linda taught me a ton about grammar in just one session. She also is coaching me, helping me edit my writing, which is giving me more confidence. She is very fun and creative in helping me figure out how to get the most out of the lessons. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking fir a down to earth and authentic person to work with, who is very knowledgeable.

Christine, 3 lessons with Linda

You wont regret it

She helped me yesterday prepare for the end of grade test and with my pronunciations so I can be able to use these words in my everyday life. she helped me do this by breaking down the words into words i already know.

Christopher, 11 lessons with Linda

Very patient teacher

I really enjoyed my first class with Linda. Trying to work out a schedule for more classes. Linda is a delight to work with, so very positive. Of course, it probably help that I am the greatest painter in the whole wide world... ha, ha, ha.

Charles, 1 lesson with Linda

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Linda is teaching my 9 year old granddaughter beginning drawing. Her lesson was far above my expectations. She is excellent at her teachings of drawing and her patience and understanding of teaching a child.

Janet, 3 lessons with Linda

Great with my kid, highly recommended!

Excellent rapport working with my teenaged daughter. Linda was able to get my child motivated and excited to do some artwork and put together a portfolio for art school (my kid is often apprehensive about sharing her artwork with others). Linda is also very knowledgeable and knows her stuff!

Mike, 4 lessons with Linda

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Linda taught me the different skillsets that are needed for the jobs I'm applying to. I liked that she was patient and understanding. She helped me research the field and industry I'm looking to get into so I could write a fitting cover letter

Nicole, 3 lessons with Linda

Amazing and supportive tutor

Linda was amazing with my son. She was so supportive and encouraging he can’t wait for his next lesson. She also validated what I’ve always thought about my son that he’s a natural artist and her enthusiasm and just overall style of teaching is absolutely fantastic

Sandy, 10 lessons with Linda

Great with children

My daughter really enjoyed her drawing lesson. She learned about proportions and perspective. Linda provided an excellent summary of the class right away. Very professional and we look forward to more sessions.

Kelly, 5 lessons with Linda

Linda is knowledgeable and understanding

I love how Linda suggested innovative ideas. Each session has offered ideas which will be helpful for my Cumulative Project. Linda presents with much zeal for the subject matter and that keeps the sessions engaging.

Robbie, 12 lessons with Linda
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