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Academic Coach- Foundational Skills, Disabilities, College Transition
Dana L.

4.9 (47 ratings)

278 hours tutoring

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I am a homeschool educator, experienced tutor, and academic coach with a passion for fostering confident, curious and independent learners. With a Masters Degree in Social Work, focusing in Mental Health, I bridge the gap between academic success and emotional well-being. I have over a decade of experience as a college level Academic Counselor working with students with disabilities including, but not limited to, ADHD, LD, and ASD. In that role, I spearheaded and developed a successful...

I am a homeschool educator, experienced tutor, and academic coach with a passion for fostering confident, curious and independent learners. With a Masters Degree in Social Work, focusing in Mental Health, I bridge the gap between academic success and emotional well-being. I have over a decade of experience as a college level Academic Counselor working with students with disabilities including, but not limited to, ADHD, LD, and ASD. In that role, I spearheaded and developed a successful bridge program designed to help students make a smooth transition from high school into college. Whether your child is just starting their learning journey or preparing for the transition to college, I take a patient, strengths-based approach to support their unique, individualized academic needs.

My current offerings include:
*lessons focused on foundational reading, writing, and/or math skills
*executive function coaching tailored to individual student needs
*prep sessions for students about to make the transition from high school to college
*academic coaching sessions for current college students

My goal is to foster curiosity and independence so students learn how to learn. I do not just give answers; I teach strategies. I am comfortable working from an established curriculum, supplementing existing coursework, or creating personalized lessons based on each student’s unique needs and learning style.

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Education

McDaniel College
Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Masters

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ADHD

ADHD

I have almost ten years experience working as a Academic Counselor for college students with ADHD. Prior to that, I worked as a therapist for children, adolescents and adults with ADHD. I received my Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Social Work, specializing in Mental Health.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I currently work with college students at a four year liberal arts college. I assist students with study skills, writing skills, time management, organization, etc.
Phonics

Phonics

I have experience teaching phonics using the All About Reading curriculum, a mastery-based curriculum that uses an Orton Gillingham approach. I can create my own phonics lessons as well.
Study Skills

Study Skills

Currently, I am employed as an Academic Counselor working with college students with Learning Disabilities. I spend much of my time with these students teaching them and helping them practice study skills. I teach a variety of study skills based on each individual student's unique learning style.
American History
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
Grammar
Handwriting
Proofreading
Psychology
Reading
Spelling
Vocabulary
Writing
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Great tutor, plan to use her again in the fall.

Dana worked well with my freshmen college student. She helped her with organizational, study and test skills. She also helped her focus on critical areas for success in her English class. Dana's tutoring made for a successful semester. She provided a nice summary after every tutoring session that kept me well informed of their progress. I would recommend her.

Beth, 41 lessons with Dana

Great dependable tutor.

This was our first experience with a tutor and wow what a wonderful choice. Dana is dependable and a great listener and teacher. We will definitely use her again in the future. I just wish we used her sooner.

Damian, 8 lessons with Dana

Awesome! Dana gets through where parents can't!

Our child was struggling with studying and and taking tests. She would not heed our suggestions but really listens to Dana and her ideas. She says "She knows things that really help me." The test taking appears to be smoother in the short time we have been working with Dana. Dana is always on time for her appointments and keeps the session on task so we are very pleased.

Stacye, 91 lessons with Dana

Reliable, responsive, thorough

Dana has been working with my son for several weeks. She has been on time for all of the tutoring sessions. I have provided her with progress reports and feedback from my son's teachers and Dana has adapted his tutoring accordingly. I regularly send her emails (e.g., to keep her apprised of recent assignments or to alert her about an upcoming test or quiz) and she has always responded quite promptly. Dana has provided detailed feedback on progress achieved during tutoring sessions. She has been receptive to my suggestions on areas where she should focus her efforts. Overall I am very pleased with the service Dana has provided.

Laura, 32 lessons with Dana
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