10-Year Educator | English, Writing & Special Education

Dacotah M.

I am a current practicing special education teacher with 10 years of experience in education. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts and Literature with a 5–12 teaching license and a master’s degree in Special Education, and I am currently working toward my Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree. I am also LETRS trained, with specialized knowledge in literacy development, reading instruction, and evidence-based approaches to supporting students who struggle with reading and language. Throughout my career, I have worked with students in grades 5–12 with a wide range of abilities, disabilities, learning needs, and academic levels in both general education and special education settings.

My tutoring approach is individualized, supportive, and focused on helping students become more confident and independent learners. I work with students in areas such as reading comprehension, writing and essay development, grammar, study skills, organization, and general English/Language Arts. I believe students learn best when instruction is tailored to their specific strengths and needs, so I take time to understand where a student is struggling and break skills down into manageable steps. I use explicit instruction, modeling, guided practice, and feedback while gradually encouraging students to take ownership of their learning.

I especially enjoy helping students who have struggled with reading, writing, organization, or confidence in school. My goal is not simply to help a student complete an assignment, but to teach strategies they can use independently in the classroom and beyond. Whether a student needs targeted support with a specific skill, help preparing for an upcoming assignment, or ongoing academic support, I strive to make tutoring productive, encouraging, and individualized.