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Learning & Speech Disabilities, Autism, ADHD|Academics & Behavior
Melissa M.

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Hourly Rate: $50

About Melissa


Bio

Hi! I'm a certified special education teacher and behavior specialist-in-training with 10 years of experience supporting students with learning disabilities, speech and language disorders, autism, ADHD and behavioral disorders. I specialize in making learning stick - through clear structure, visual supports, behavior tools and a warm, student-centered approach.

Whether your child is struggling with reading, writing or math skills, I'm here to help them thrive - and give you tools you can...

Hi! I'm a certified special education teacher and behavior specialist-in-training with 10 years of experience supporting students with learning disabilities, speech and language disorders, autism, ADHD and behavioral disorders. I specialize in making learning stick - through clear structure, visual supports, behavior tools and a warm, student-centered approach.

Whether your child is struggling with reading, writing or math skills, I'm here to help them thrive - and give you tools you can use outside of our sessions, too.

Credentials:
- Childhood Ed. and SPED-certified teacher (grades 1-6)
- BCBA-in-training
- Experience in 8:1:1, ICT, and self-contained classrooms
- Bachelor's in Psychology
- Master's in Education
- Advanced Certificate in ABA

Areas I support:
- Reading & writing interventions
- Elementary math intervention
- Homework planning & support
- IEP support & parent coaching
- Behavior strategies for neurodivergent learners
- Test prep with accommodations

Let's build a support system that works! I offer flexible evening sessions and can collaborate with your child's school team if needed.


Education

Adelphi University
Childhood Special Ed
Adelphi University
MEd
St. Joseph's University
Graduate Coursework
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Rate details: First session discount! $30 intro call
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required
  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

ADHD

ADHD

I am a certified special education teacher with 10 years of experience supporting students with ADHD in both self-contained and inclusive classrooms. I also have an Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, which informs my ability to effectively support related behaviors and executive functioning deficits. My approach is strengths-based, combining academic coaching with evidence-based strategies like visual supports, timers, reinforcement systems, and chunked instruction. I also support parents in creating home routines and systems that help students with ADHD build independence.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

I am a certified special education teacher with 10 years of experience supporting students with Autism in both self-contained and inclusive classrooms. I also have an Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, with a significant focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders. My approach is strengths-based, combining academic coaching with evidence-based strategies like schedules, visual supports, timers, reinforcement systems, and chunked instruction. I also support parents in creating home routines and systems that help students with Autism build independence.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified in both Childhood and Special Education (Grades 1-6) and have 10 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. I have experience teaching all core subjects, including Math, Reading, Writing, Science and Social Studies, and have taught students ranging from 1st to 6th grade.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I am a certified in both Childhood and Special Education (Grades 1-6) and have 10 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. As such, I have supported a wide range of young learners with their writing skills. In addition, I was a Writing Tutor at Adelphi University for several years. During this time, I supported college-level students with essay writing and proofreading of essays for a wide variety of collegiate subjects.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I am a certified special education teacher with 10 years of experience supporting students with a wide variety of special needs in both self-contained and inclusive classrooms. My caseload has included students with learning disabilities, speech and language disorders, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and behavior disturbances. I also have an Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis. My approach is strengths-based, combining academic coaching with evidence-based strategies like schedules, visual supports, timers, reinforcement systems, and chunked instruction. I also support parents in creating home routines and systems that help students with special needs build independence.
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
Grammar
Phonics
Proofreading
Reading
Spelling
Study Skills
Vocabulary
Writing
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