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Colleen F.

4.9 (189 ratings)

637 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.9 (189 ratings)

637 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Qualifications for “GRE”

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner!

Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.

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About Colleen

Bio

I have been a teacher for 40 years in a variety of subjects. I received my Ed.S. and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Most recently I have been tutoring students in the Genesee County (Michigan) area. In addition to these credentials, I have also received Reading Recovery training. Reading Recovery has changed reading instruction for the better all around the English speaking world. Children begin to feel badly about their school performance when they have difficulty learning to read,...

I have been a teacher for 40 years in a variety of subjects. I received my Ed.S. and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Most recently I have been tutoring students in the Genesee County (Michigan) area. In addition to these credentials, I have also received Reading Recovery training. Reading Recovery has changed reading instruction for the better all around the English speaking world.

Children begin to feel badly about their school performance when they have difficulty learning to read, write or do math. I understand this and know how to reach your child at a critical time. I believe the teacher's job is to "arrange victories" for the student. This requires careful planning and the results, more confidence and improved grades, lead to overall better scholastic performance. I believe in varying the techniques in each lesson to keep the student interested and engaged.

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Education

The University of Michigan, Flint
Elementary Education
Oakland University
Graduate Coursework
Michigan State University
PhD

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Art

Drawing,

Drawing

I have studied drawing at the University of Michigan College of Architecture and Design, and I am currently a practicing artist.
Painting

Painting

I am currently a practicing artist. I work in watercolors, acrylics, ink and pencil. I have shown my work at the Swartz Creek Art Gallery, the Flint Institute of Art's Sales and Rental Gallery, Art in the Park show, Greater Flint Arts Council's Membership Show, and in local businesses and senior centers. I have taken many art classes at University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Flint Institute of Art, and independent artists' workshops. In the past, I have worked as a commercial artist at Arganaut Design.

Business

GRE

Corporate Training

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.
Grammar

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to insure success.
Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

I have taught classroom elementary level math to K through 6th grade students for over 20 years. I have also taught remedial math for over 15 years to students (K-6th) who had difficulty in math. In addition, I have taught a graduate level math methods class to other teachers of grades K through 8 at Central Michigan University. I have been doing private tutoring for 4 years. When I tutor I like to use a variety of techniques in order to keep the lessons interesting. I also assess each child so I can target the areas where help is most needed. Sometimes parents like "homework" help for their child and I am willing to help with that if the child brings his textbook and assignment.
Phonics,

Phonics

I have been a reading teacher most of my life so phonics has been an integral part of my daily life! I have used many varied phonics programs and materials over the years, and know which approaches work best. I find games and fun activities help a great deal, but even more important is teaching phonics from the text the child is currently engaged in. I know how to help students with the confusion that results from phonics rules that work in some situations, but not all. My Master's and Specialist degrees from Michigan State University were in Reading Instruction.
Reading,

Reading

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to ensure success.
Spelling,

Spelling

I have had one student for tutoring in spelling. She was a third grade girl. Her grades were failing, but with tutoring she received A's in spelling. We did spend the entire hour on spelling at first. Once she understood how to study for spelling, we were able to spend part of her hour on reading from then on.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner! Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.
Grammar, Vocabulary

English

ACT English,

ACT English

I have experience tutoring high school students in preparation for the English and Reading portions of the ACT test. While I am certified to teach English grades K-8, I personally have taken college entrance examinations successfully for BA level as well as PhD level, so I have good mastery of the test content.
English,

English

I have taught English for more than 15 years to grades K through 6th and I am certified by the State of Michigan to teach English through the 8th grade. I have experience tutoring high school students in English for the ACT test as well.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.
Reading,

Reading

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to ensure success.
Spelling,

Spelling

I have had one student for tutoring in spelling. She was a third grade girl. Her grades were failing, but with tutoring she received A's in spelling. We did spend the entire hour on spelling at first. Once she understood how to study for spelling, we were able to spend part of her hour on reading from then on.
Writing,

Writing

I have taught writing to elementary aged children for over thirty years. I have used many different systems, and have developed my own unique approach over time. I follow the Michigan Department of Education's guidelines/benchmarks and use their rubrics for evaluating the writing as the student is progressing. I work with my writing students in the various styles of writing covered at their particular grade level.
Grammar, SAT Reading, Vocabulary

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to insure success.
English,

English

I have taught English for more than 15 years to grades K through 6th and I am certified by the State of Michigan to teach English through the 8th grade. I have experience tutoring high school students in English for the ACT test as well.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I have coached other teachers in the methods of teaching mathematics K-8. I also taught a graduate level class in math methods for Central Michigan University.
Reading,

Reading

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to ensure success.
Spelling,

Spelling

I have had one student for tutoring in spelling. She was a third grade girl. Her grades were failing, but with tutoring she received A's in spelling. We did spend the entire hour on spelling at first. Once she understood how to study for spelling, we were able to spend part of her hour on reading from then on.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner! Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.
Writing,

Writing

I have taught writing to elementary aged children for over thirty years. I have used many different systems, and have developed my own unique approach over time. I follow the Michigan Department of Education's guidelines/benchmarks and use their rubrics for evaluating the writing as the student is progressing. I work with my writing students in the various styles of writing covered at their particular grade level.
SAT Reading

Language

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.

Math

Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have coached other teachers in the methods of teaching mathematics K-8. I also taught a graduate level class in math methods for Central Michigan University.

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Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to insure success.
English,

English

I have taught English for more than 15 years to grades K through 6th and I am certified by the State of Michigan to teach English through the 8th grade. I have experience tutoring high school students in English for the ACT test as well.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I have coached other teachers in the methods of teaching mathematics K-8. I also taught a graduate level class in math methods for Central Michigan University.
Reading,

Reading

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to ensure success.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner! Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.
Writing

Writing

I have taught writing to elementary aged children for over thirty years. I have used many different systems, and have developed my own unique approach over time. I follow the Michigan Department of Education's guidelines/benchmarks and use their rubrics for evaluating the writing as the student is progressing. I work with my writing students in the various styles of writing covered at their particular grade level.

Other

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.
Study Skills

Study Skills

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner! Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.

Special Needs

Phonics,

Phonics

I have been a reading teacher most of my life so phonics has been an integral part of my daily life! I have used many varied phonics programs and materials over the years, and know which approaches work best. I find games and fun activities help a great deal, but even more important is teaching phonics from the text the child is currently engaged in. I know how to help students with the confusion that results from phonics rules that work in some situations, but not all. My Master's and Specialist degrees from Michigan State University were in Reading Instruction.
Study Skills

Study Skills

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner! Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to insure success.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English as a second language to elementary students in the past. I am familiar with available materials and many techniques. I would really enjoy helping someone master English. English is not an easy language and there are many idioms that can challenge the learner. My goal would be to have a structured plan for learning filled with fun activities.
Reading,

Reading

I am a certified teacher in the State of Michigan for all subjects Kindergarten through 8th grade. I also have the reading instruction endorsement for Kindergarten through 12th grade. I have the following college degrees: BA Elementary Teaching, Univ. of Mich. Flint; MA Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; EdS Reading Instruction, Mich. State Univ.; Reading Recovery Certified, Oakland Univ. and PhD Educational Administration, Mich. State Univ. I have been an educator for over thirty years, predominately in elementary education. I have had some experience working at the pre-school, high school, college, and adult learner levels as well. I have been told I have a gift in teaching children. I show children that learning can be easy and fun. I identify what the child does well, and bolster their confidence with that knowledge. I identify what the child is having trouble with, and target a few learning goals at a time to ensure success.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

The key point when discussing study skills is that each subject has study techniques that are unique to it. Studying for spelling is completely different than studying for math or science. I have taught all subjects at the elementary level and have helped all kinds of students with their study skills. I recently tutored a third grade girl who was getting D's and E's in spelling and she improved so much she went to getting all A's. I believe I can help anyone to become a better learner! Having taught school for over 30 years, I have prepared my students for and administered all types of tests in all subjects. I have successfully taken many tests myself, including the GRE. I find that when taking a test, one must make a plan at the beginning to allot for appropriate time for each segment of the test if it is timed. On tests calling for essay type answers, it is also important to plan, using a short outline of things that must be addressed in the answer. I can also help with strategies for multiple choice, open-ended and fill-in-the-blank types of test items.
Writing,

Writing

I have taught writing to elementary aged children for over thirty years. I have used many different systems, and have developed my own unique approach over time. I follow the Michigan Department of Education's guidelines/benchmarks and use their rubrics for evaluating the writing as the student is progressing. I work with my writing students in the various styles of writing covered at their particular grade level.
GED

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

I have experience tutoring high school students in preparation for the English and Reading portions of the ACT test. While I am certified to teach English grades K-8, I personally have taken college entrance examinations successfully for BA level as well as PhD level, so I have good mastery of the test content.
ASVAB,

ASVAB

I have experience helping high school and adult students improve their basic math skills, and to that extent, I can help people improve their math performance.
GED, GRE, SAT Reading

Ratings and Reviews

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Reviews

Fantastic Tutor

I was looking for a reading tutor for my son, who is a first grader struggling with reading and Colleen is such a blessing. I can't believe we are able to work with a retired reading specialist. She is patient and really keys in to his needs. She listens to his interests and customizes his lessons for him. She created the sight word bingo for him which he loves. We love her.

Heather, 17 lessons with Colleen
Tutor responded:

Thank you!!

Engaging and committed

We found Ms Colleen to improve our son’s reading abilities as we felt he was a little behind for his grade level after finishing kinder. By the end of summer he was reading at his grade level. Now he is a level 14 (1st grade is levels 3-16) and he has 4 months left of 1st grade. She is able to hold his attention for an entire hour and makes the sessions interactive offering games. My son not only benefits from the sessions but also enjoys them! When we were struggling to help him with new weird math techniques (sad that parents can fail 1st grade math!), Ms Colleen came to the rescue. She researched the technique his school was using and covered both math and reading in his session. We highly appreciate Ms. Colleen's commitment, expertise, and the positive influence she has had on son’s education and wholeheartedly recommend her as a tutor.

Karlyn, 49 lessons with Colleen

Amazing

Colleen was very sweet and patient with Natalie today as she wasn’t feeling well and harder to engage. Natalie came out of the lesson excited about the new game and pleased with her mastery of another word. I love that Colleen was able to meet Natalie’s needs even when Natalie was uncooperative in the beginning.

Katie, 17 lessons with Colleen

Our first session

Colleen came prepared to assess our son's level and get a feeling for where we needed to start. She is friendly and professional, and our son enjoyed their time together a lot! We are looking forward to our next sessions and the progress I know she will help us acheive!

Tina, 21 lessons with Colleen

Great results

Colleen was just what my daughter needed to prepare for her mid-term exams. As a freshman in high school my daughter was overwhelmed and lacked some basic knowledge and skills to effectively and efficiently study. The result - an A on her most challenging class, World History. Thank you Miss Colleen.

Nancy, 10 lessons with Colleen

Very patient, and wonderful at connecting with students of many ages.

Colleen has been working with me for a few weeks now and I'm very pleased with the results. My scores have gone up and we're not even done with our sessions yet! She's great at explaining problems and identifying specific types of problems (trends) to focus work on.

Mary, 7 lessons with Colleen
Tutor responded:

Thank you, Mary. I am looking forward to working in our new book next week!

Patient and respectful tutor

Colleen is a very patient and respectful tutor. She allows my son to do his own work and guides him when he stumbles or gets frustrated. Her kindness and encouragement make him want to achieve his goals

Janet, 8 lessons with Colleen

Patient & Thorough

My son was severely behind and this school year advanced more than 3 levels which in large part was due to Ms. Colleen. She is extremely patient as my son can be quite fidgety and has the ability to redirect and keep him on task when he is trying to everything but work on reading. He looks forward to his time with her and it has been a pleasure seeing him enjoy reading more and more as he improves while working with Ms. Colleen.

Summer, 25 lessons with Colleen
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for your review! I appreciate it very much, but I would like to clarify something for you. Your son started on Level 7 and is now Level 14 which is an increase of 7 Reading Recovery or Fountas & Pinnell levels! I am about to try him in Level 15!!

Does a Nice Job

We have been with Colleen for 3 months now and in that time we have seen amazing results in our son. He has struggled with reading from pre-K. In the time we have been with her, she has raised him almost 7 levels in reading. Colleen works very hard to make the lessons interesting and applicable to each child. She even wrote a story for my son, just so he could practice a word he struggled with.

Yvonne, 53 lessons with Colleen
Tutor responded:

Thank you!!

Very warm, patient, set an encouraging environment for the student

Colleen is a wonderful tutor who knows how to create a relaxed environment for the student and the parents. This was the first thing I looked at to make sure the student felt they could be themselves and relax and engage in the learning process. I'm hopeful this will be a positive experience. Colleen is a wonderful resourceful tutor. She zeros in quickly with the student's challenging task at hand and focuses on solutions. The student's grade has gone up 2 letter grades. She has not verbalized how she hates math since the tutoring sessions began. I believe we're on the right track. Lesson was positive in spite of student's apprehension to stay focused. The student has recently received braces. She had a test that day on her saxophone, her mouth was sore and she was tired. Colleen very patiently kept her focused on the math task. The student seemed to feel she accomplished something with the session. I'm pleased with her willingness to continue trying. Very pleased with progress. My student has more confidence to attempt math equations. Excellent team. 01/22/2014 Pleased with progress. 02/12/2014 Still needs a lot of help with math concepts. 02/17/2014 thru 03/03/2014 Colleen has always been on time. She always brings material for my granddaughter to work on. If she has class assignments, Colleen works with her in those areas. She always gives me feedback if time permits before her next student. I am very pleased with teacher and pleased with students progress. 03/17/2014 Class went well, student improving, very pleased with tutor and how she is so attentive to student. I feel money was well spent. We have to conclude sessions at this time, but I would not hesitate to seek Colleen in the future if needed.

Deborah, 16 lessons with Colleen
Tutor responded:

Thank you!!

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