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Saneem S.

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I am a dedicated, NYS certified in childhood education and students with disabilities educator with over five years of full-time classroom teaching experience and more than ten years of tutoring experience working with students across a wide range of ages and ability levels. I hold a degree a master degree in Childhood Education and Special Education, and I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. My professional background has given me extensive experience supporting...

I am a dedicated, NYS certified in childhood education and students with disabilities educator with over five years of full-time classroom teaching experience and more than ten years of tutoring experience working with students across a wide range of ages and ability levels. I hold a degree a master degree in Childhood Education and Special Education, and I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. My professional background has given me extensive experience supporting students with learning disabilities, attention challenges, and diverse academic needs while ensuring instruction is aligned to standards and individualized goals.
Throughout my teaching and tutoring career, I have worked with students from early childhood through upper elementary and middle school in both one-on-one and small-group settings. I specialize in reading, writing, foundational math skills, and academic intervention. My approach is structured, patient, and data-driven. I focus on identifying specific skill gaps, breaking concepts down into manageable steps, and using evidence-based strategies such as explicit instruction, scaffolding, and repetition to build confidence and mastery. I believe students learn best when they feel supported, understood, and capable.
As a tutor, I tailor each session to the individual child, meeting students where they are while maintaining high expectations for growth. I collaborate closely with families, explain progress clearly, and provide strategies that can be reinforced at home. My goal is not only to help students improve academically, but also to help them develop independence, confidence, and a positive mindset toward learning. I am passionate about helping students succeed and take pride in creating a calm, encouraging environment where meaningful progress can happen.

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Education

Brooklyn University
Sociology
TOURO UNIVERSITY
Masters
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ADHD

ADHD

I am a New York State certified Special Education teacher with experience supporting elementary students with ADHD in self-contained and inclusive classroom settings. I create individualized strategies that improve executive functioning, organization, attention, self-regulation, and academic confidence while meeting each student's unique learning needs. My instruction incorporates evidence-based practices, positive behavior supports, and engaging, multisensory lessons to help students stay focused and succeed. I work closely with students to build effective study habits, time management skills, and the confidence needed to become independent learners.
African American Studies

African American Studies

I have a strong academic background in African American Studies through my sociology education and experience teaching diverse students in New York City. I am knowledgeable about African American history, culture, literature, social movements, and the historical and contemporary experiences of Black communities in the United States. I help students examine topics such as slavery, Reconstruction, the Harlem Renaissance, the Civil Rights Movement, and the contributions of influential African American leaders, writers, artists, and activists. My approach encourages critical thinking, meaningful discussion, and an understanding of how African American history connects to broader American history and society.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have experience teaching and tutoring Algebra 1 concepts to students with a range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide clear, step-by-step instruction in solving equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, functions, systems of equations, exponents, and polynomials. I break challenging concepts into manageable steps and use visual models, real-world examples, and guided practice to strengthen understanding. My goal is to build students’ mathematical confidence, problem-solving skills, and a strong foundation for success in higher-level mathematics.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have experience teaching and tutoring Algebra 2 concepts while supporting students with a range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide clear, step-by-step instruction in functions, quadratic equations, polynomials, exponents, radicals, logarithms, systems of equations, and other advanced algebraic concepts. I break challenging problems into manageable steps and use modeling, guided practice, and multiple problem-solving strategies to strengthen understanding. My goal is to build students’ mathematical confidence and help them develop the skills needed for success in higher-level mathematics.
American History

American History

I have a strong background in American history through my sociology education and experience teaching social studies to students with diverse academic needs. I am knowledgeable about major periods and events in U.S. history, including colonization, the American Revolution, westward expansion, the Civil War and Reconstruction, industrialization, the World Wars, the Civil Rights Movement, and modern America. I help students understand historical events by examining cause and effect, primary and secondary sources, and multiple perspectives. My goal is to make history engaging and accessible while strengthening students’ critical-thinking, reading, writing, and analytical skills.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

I am a New York State certified Special Education teacher with experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across a variety of learning and communication needs. I provide individualized instruction that builds academic skills, communication, social skills, executive functioning, and independence while honoring each student's unique strengths. My teaching incorporates evidence-based strategies, visual supports, structured routines, positive behavior interventions, and multisensory instruction to promote meaningful progress. I work closely with students and families to create a supportive learning environment where every learner can build confidence and reach their full potential.
Common Core

Common Core

I am a New York State certified teacher with an M.S. in Special Education and over five years of classroom and tutoring experience implementing Common Core Learning Standards. I help students master grade-level reading, writing, and mathematics through explicit instruction, scaffolded support, and targeted practice aligned with Common Core expectations. My lessons focus on developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic confidence while addressing each student's individual learning needs. I tailor instruction to help students improve classroom performance, prepare for state assessments, and achieve long-term academic success.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a New York State certified elementary and special education teacher with over five years of experience teaching and tutoring students in grades K–6. I provide individualized instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies while adapting lessons to meet each student's learning style and academic goals. My teaching emphasizes building strong foundational skills, critical thinking, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. Whether students need enrichment, homework support, or intervention, I create engaging lessons that help them make meaningful academic progress.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring elementary math to students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide targeted instruction in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, measurement, geometry, and multi-step word problems. I use visual models, manipulatives, real-world examples, and step-by-step instruction to make challenging concepts easier to understand. My goal is to strengthen students’ foundational math skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence while preparing them for more advanced mathematics.
English

English

I have extensive experience teaching English and language arts to elementary students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide targeted instruction in reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, writing, and literacy skills while helping students develop stronger communication and critical-thinking abilities. I differentiate instruction based on each student’s strengths and areas of need, using modeling, guided practice, and individualized support. My goal is to help students become confident, independent readers and writers while strengthening the foundational skills needed for academic success.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I am a New York State certified teacher with extensive experience helping students develop strong essay writing skills across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. I teach students how to organize ideas, develop clear thesis statements, support arguments with evidence, and write well-structured, grammatically correct essays. My instruction also emphasizes the writing process, including brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising, and editing. Whether students are preparing for classroom assignments, standardized assessments, or college applications, I help them become more confident and effective writers.
European History

European History

I have a strong background in European history through my sociology education and experience teaching social studies to students with diverse academic needs. I am knowledgeable about major periods and events including Ancient Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment, Industrial Revolution, European imperialism, the World Wars, and the development of modern Europe. I help students understand historical events through cause and effect, primary and secondary sources, and connections between political, economic, and social change. My goal is to make European history engaging and accessible while strengthening students’ critical-thinking, reading, writing, and analytical skills.
Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing

As a New York State certified teacher, I help students strengthen their fiction writing through engaging lessons focused on creativity, organization, and clear expression. I teach students how to develop compelling characters, believable dialogue, vivid settings, and well-structured plots while improving grammar and revision skills. My approach encourages imagination while providing practical strategies for planning, drafting, and editing stories. Whether students are writing for school or personal enjoyment, I help them become more confident and effective writers.
Grammar

Grammar

I have extensive experience teaching grammar and language skills to elementary students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide targeted instruction in sentence structure, parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, verb tense, subject-verb agreement, and proper word usage. I use explicit instruction, modeling, guided practice, and students’ own writing to help them apply grammar rules in meaningful contexts. My goal is to strengthen students’ writing and communication skills while helping them become more confident and independent writers.
Handwriting

Handwriting

I have experience helping elementary students develop clear, legible, and confident handwriting skills. I provide targeted instruction in proper letter formation, spacing, sizing, alignment, pencil control, and writing fluency. I use modeling, guided practice, tracing, and multisensory activities to support students who may struggle with fine-motor skills or written output. My goal is to help students improve handwriting while building the confidence and independence needed to express their ideas effectively in writing.
Hard of Hearing

Hard of Hearing

I have experience supporting students who are deaf or hard of hearing and understand the importance of providing accessible, individualized instruction based on each student’s learning needs. I use visual supports, clear written directions, modeling, repetition, and differentiated instructional strategies to strengthen comprehension and classroom participation. My special education background has prepared me to adapt lessons, implement IEP accommodations, and collaborate with families and related-service professionals. My goal is to create an inclusive learning environment where students can build academic skills, confidence, and independence.
Homeschool

Homeschool

I have extensive experience providing individualized instruction to elementary students across core subjects, including reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. I tailor lessons to each student’s academic level, learning style, strengths, and areas of need while aligning instruction with grade-level standards. My background in general and special education allows me to differentiate instruction, provide targeted interventions, and support students with diverse learning needs. I strive to create structured, engaging learning experiences that help homeschooled students build academic skills, confidence, and independence.
Literature

Literature

I have extensive experience teaching literature and reading comprehension to students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I help students analyze fiction, poetry, and other literary texts by examining theme, character development, plot, setting, point of view, figurative language, and author’s purpose. I use close reading, discussion, text evidence, and differentiated strategies to help students develop deeper understanding and stronger analytical skills. My goal is to make literature engaging and accessible while building students’ confidence as critical readers and writers.
Phonics

Phonics

I have extensive experience teaching phonics to elementary students, including students with diverse learning needs and IEPs. I provide explicit, systematic instruction in phonemic awareness, letter-sound relationships, decoding, blending, segmenting, spelling patterns, and word recognition. I use assessments to identify individual skill gaps and provide targeted instruction that builds students’ reading accuracy, fluency, and confidence. My approach incorporates multisensory activities, modeling, guided practice, and differentiated instruction to meet each student at their current reading level.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have experience teaching and tutoring pre-algebra concepts to elementary and middle school students with a range of learning needs and ability levels. I provide clear, step-by-step instruction in foundational skills such as fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, integers, expressions, equations, and problem-solving. I break complex concepts into manageable steps and use visual models, real-world examples, and guided practice to strengthen understanding. My goal is to build students’ mathematical confidence and prepare them with the foundational skills needed for success in algebra and higher-level mathematics.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I have extensive experience proofreading and editing student writing across a variety of academic subjects and grade levels. I help students improve grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, organization, clarity, and overall flow while preserving their individual voice and ideas. I also provide constructive feedback that helps students understand their errors and develop stronger revision and editing skills. My goal is not only to improve the final piece of writing but also to help students become more confident, accurate, and independent writers.
Reading

Reading

I have extensive experience teaching reading to elementary students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide targeted instruction in reading comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, phonics, decoding, and identifying key ideas and supporting details. I use assessment data to identify individual strengths and skill gaps, then differentiate instruction through modeling, guided practice, and evidence-based literacy strategies. My goal is to help students strengthen their foundational reading skills, improve comprehension, and become confident, independent readers
Regents

Regents

I have experience preparing students for New York State Regents examinations by providing targeted instruction, review, and test-taking support. I help students strengthen content knowledge, analyze Regents-style questions, interpret texts and sources, construct written responses, and develop effective test-taking strategies. I use practice questions and assessment data to identify skill gaps and tailor instruction to each student’s individual needs. My goal is to build students’ confidence, improve academic performance, and ensure they are well prepared for their Regents exams
Social Studies

Social Studies

I have extensive experience teaching social studies to students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I provide instruction in U.S. history, world history, geography, government, economics, culture, and current and historical social issues. I help students analyze primary and secondary sources, understand cause and effect, compare different perspectives, and support their ideas with evidence. My goal is to make social studies engaging and accessible while strengthening students’ critical-thinking, reading, writing, and analytical skills.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I am a New York State certified Special Education teacher with over five years of experience supporting students with a wide range of learning, behavioral, and developmental needs. I create individualized lessons that build academic skills, executive functioning, self-confidence, and independence while aligning instruction with each student's strengths and goals. My experience includes working with students with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, speech and language needs, and other exceptionalities using evidence-based instructional strategies and positive behavior supports. I partner with families to provide a supportive, engaging learning environment that helps every student reach their full potential.
United States History

United States History

I am a New York State certified teacher with experience helping students understand key events, historical movements, and the development of the United States from the colonial era to the present. I teach students how to analyze primary and secondary sources, identify cause-and-effect relationships, and strengthen historical thinking and writing skills. My lessons are engaging, well-organized, and tailored to each student's learning style and academic goals. Whether students need help with coursework, exams, or essay writing, I provide the support needed to build knowledge and confidence.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I have extensive experience teaching vocabulary to students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I help students develop a stronger vocabulary through explicit instruction in word meanings, context clues, prefixes, suffixes, roots, synonyms, antonyms, and academic language. I incorporate vocabulary into reading and writing activities so students can understand and apply new words in meaningful contexts. My goal is to strengthen students’ comprehension, communication, and writing skills while helping them become more confident and independent learners.
World History

World History

I have a strong background in world history through my sociology education and experience teaching social studies to students with diverse academic needs. I am knowledgeable about major civilizations, global conflicts, political movements, cultural developments, and social and economic changes throughout history. I help students analyze historical events through cause and effect, primary and secondary sources, geography, and multiple perspectives. My goal is to make world history engaging and accessible while strengthening students’ critical-thinking, reading, writing, and analytical skills.
Writing

Writing

I have extensive experience teaching writing to students with a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs. I help students develop strong skills in paragraph and essay structure, organization, grammar, sentence development, revising, editing, and using evidence to support their ideas. I provide individualized feedback and use modeling, graphic organizers, and guided practice to help students strengthen both academic and creative writing. My goal is to help students communicate their ideas clearly and become confident, independent writers.
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