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Friendly and Knowledgeable Tutor - American Sign Language and Math
Leslie S.

1,196 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $40
Response time: 6 hours

About Leslie


Bio

By profession, I am an American Sign Language Interpreter. For the last 25+ years of my life, I have spent the majority of my time working in the classroom with K-12 and post-secondary students. I have also worked in other settings in the community. Initially, over 40 years ago, I learned ASL through association with the Deaf Community. Later, I returned to the classroom and obtained an Associates Degree in Interpreter Training. I am a member of RID and NAIE and have an EIPA certificate,...

By profession, I am an American Sign Language Interpreter. For the last 25+ years of my life, I have spent the majority of my time working in the classroom with K-12 and post-secondary students. I have also worked in other settings in the community. Initially, over 40 years ago, I learned ASL through association with the Deaf Community. Later, I returned to the classroom and obtained an Associates Degree in Interpreter Training. I am a member of RID and NAIE and have an EIPA certificate, which verifies I have the skills required to work in the classroom.
I have taught ASL to Continuing Education students at community colleges, local high schools, hospitals and work places (e.g., FedEx). In my lesson plan, I incorporate all the features of ASL so students can gain a comfortable grasp of the language and also teach the importance of Deaf culture.
In addition, I excel at math concepts up to the level of Algebra. My knowledge of these subjects has been checked by Wyzant through skills tests. Although it is not my area of expertise, as is ASL, I have tutored Deaf students who need to improve their comprehension of math and so have an excellent grasp of the concepts required to understand this daunting subject.


Education

Spartanburg Community College
AAS Interpreter Training Program

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: Groups wishing to have tutoring will be charged $50/hr. These classes will be held on a separate platform like Zoom.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 11/15/2020

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have an Associate's degree in Applied Science and have taken the Praxis exam so I as to be qualified to work in the classroom for over 20 years tutoring regular and Deaf students.
Sign Language

Sign Language

I have been an Educational Sign Language Interpreter for 20+ years. I hold a NJ DOE and EIPA Certificate and an Associate's Degree in Interpreter Training. These fully satisfy the state qualifications to work in this setting. I am an Associate member of RID and NAIEdu (National Association of Interpreters in Education). I am and have been a member of the Deaf Community in NJ by invitation for more than 35 years. As a result in addition to the technical features of the language, I also am familiar with its cultural nuances.
Elementary Math
Prealgebra

Examples of Expertise


Leslie has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 18 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews


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5.0 (339 ratings)
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Reviews

Very dedicated and professional!

Leslie went above and beyond during our sessions together! I had an assignment due pretty last minute for ASL and she took the time to make sure I was more than prepared! She even went as far as to send me extra study material. She was really patient and very knowledgeable, also very easy to connect with on a personal level which made me feel very comfortable during our lesson. I will definitely be using her as a tutor for ASL-II.

Judith, 3 lessons with Leslie

Great tutor

She helped with exactly what I needed. She also was very patient while I was trying to get onto the meet.--------------------------------------------------------

Michelle, 1 lesson with Leslie

Great teacher!

I have a daughter who is on the spectrum and her lessons with “Ms. Leslie” are the highlight of her week. She loves to show off her sign language skills to family and friends.😊

Katrina, 148 lessons with Leslie

Amazingly helpful.

Leslie was an absolute lifesaver! My daughter so wants to learn ASL, yet was challenged by the immersion-only approach of her teacher who does not hear or vocalize. How wonderful to find a hearing person who could give my daughter the support she needs to learn the language she so wants to learn. Leslie was so patient and kind, spoke to my daughter, and allowed my daughter to speak with her voice as needed. Not only did Leslie teach my daughter the ASL lesson, but she gave her the confidence that she can learn ASL. Thank you! We are so grateful.

Aria , 11 lessons with Leslie

ASL Tutor (patient, kind, knowledgeable, committed)

Leslie S. is a gem we found and are SO happy we did. We scheduled Leslie 1-2x/week to assist with our daughter's college ASL courses. This woman knows it all - truly - and our daughter received two A+ (one in her 101 & 102 ASL). Without Leslie, she would have struggled. Leslie is committed, punctual, patient and got the job. If you don't hire Leslie, you are missing out on your "best self" and learning ASL. Bonus...our daughter thoroughly enjoyed meeting with Leslie each week. KUDOS to all that Leslie has done!

Kathleen, 24 lessons with Leslie

Patient, and skilled

Ms. Leslie was kind, thorough, and gave helpful pointers. Has a lot of experience, and teaches you right where you are. Extremely patient. She was even willing to go over my class material and printed a copy to review it with me.

Jennifer, 1 lesson with Leslie

Always a good lesson!

No matter what day I have before my lesson, Leslie always turns it to a positive one. She puts up with all my questions;) and we always find something to laugh about. A great teacher!!

Autumn, 97 lessons with Leslie

Very Knowledgeable in ASL and Very Patient Tutor to help you understand.

Mrs. Leslie is a very Good ASL Tutor. She is so good that she has the perfect skills to be an ASL Teacher. I passed my class with her Tutoring help. Thank you.👍👍😊

Liselle, 9 lessons with Leslie

Highly recommended!

Leslie has been my teacher now for a year. She is very kind, encouraging and knowledgeable. I enjoy each lesson with her and give her 5 stars!

Autumn, 97 lessons with Leslie

Just what any student needs

she went over my glossing paper, and was willing to help correct any mistakes. she also showed me how to improve my glossing by introducing me to extra tricks and better understanding for the future. very good for any student who needs help

Anonymous, 2 lessons with Leslie
Hourly Rate: $40
Response time: 6 hours
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