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Jamie S.

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Hello there! Do you need help with your high school English coursework, preparing for the ACT, SAT, state tests, or GRE (verbal/analytical)? I can help! I have six years of experience teaching in high schools (9-12) and ten years teaching college freshman composition courses. I also have three years of Ph.D. coursework in adolescent and adult literacy education at OSU, so you can be confident that I am an understanding and empathetic teacher.

I use effective, research-based practices,...

Hello there! Do you need help with your high school English coursework, preparing for the ACT, SAT, state tests, or GRE (verbal/analytical)? I can help! I have six years of experience teaching in high schools (9-12) and ten years teaching college freshman composition courses. I also have three years of Ph.D. coursework in adolescent and adult literacy education at OSU, so you can be confident that I am an understanding and empathetic teacher.

I use effective, research-based practices, strategies, and resources to inspire and enrich each student's learning. I use direct instruction, tailored instructional materials, visual aids, technology, hands-on activities, student-centered discussions, one-on-one tutoring, and small-group instruction to find my students' best learning styles. I prioritize students' needs and goals and ensure they are active and excited learners.

I want my students to be able to successfully participate in small-group instruction, hands-on activities, and mini-labs; we may use computers for further enrichment and technology-integration; analyze words and stories; make real-life applications to concepts being presented; and customize their own learning environment through student-centered and teacher-led discussions and enrichment activities while receiving caring and effective support and guidance from me!

If you are ready to start right away and want effective results, I'm the tutor for you!


Education

Sam Houston State University, Texas
undergrad
Stephen F. Austin State University, Texas
Masters
Ohio State University, Columbus
PhD
  • Licensed teacher

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ACT English

ACT English

I can help students with test-taking strategies that will improve their ACT English scores. I have experience teaching learning techniques and study skills that are suitable for a wide range of learners.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

I can help students with reading strategies that will improve their ACT Reading scores. I have experience teaching learning techniques and study skills that are suitable for a wide range of learners.
English

English

I have a minor and a Master's degree in English. I have taught high school English for six years and college freshman composition for ten.
Grammar

Grammar

Grammar provides a set of guidelines to help us use our language effectively. I can help students understand grammatical concepts by providing concrete examples and connecting those examples to real-world language use.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I taught debate and public speaking as a high school teacher for 3 years. I also helped coach 4-H, interscholastic, and FFA speaking events. I understand public speaking formats and how to communicate and devise practice exercises for students.
Reading

Reading

I have taught reading 9-12 for six years and literature for ten. Many students do not realize the strategy that goes into reading long or even short passages and then answering questions about the content. This is somewhat a specialty of mine, developed from years of experience and pure enjoyment on my part.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I have taught study skills to middle school and high school students for over six years. I give particular emphasis to time management, task assessment, mnemonic devices, test taking skills, and positive habit forming.
TAKS

TAKS

I am certified to teach ELA 8-12 in Texas, and all of my secondary teaching experience is in Texas, where I yearly administered the TAKS. I consider myself qualified to teach the ELA, Writing, Reading, and Social Studies sections. I can also teach testing methods and study skills.
Theater

Theater

I am certified to teach theater K-12 in Texas. I had college coursework in theater, and I taught theater 9-12 for 3 years. I have studied acting methods and theater production and I am able to assist students who are seeking to explore acting.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

As an English instructor, I firmly believe that a strong vocabulary is essential to successful reading and writing. I have provided vocabulary instruction for every course I have taught, for over 10 years.
Writing

Writing

Writing is my passion! Teaching writing? A joy! Every learner can write well, given time, practice, and interest. I not only help students with the writing process; I also help students find ways to connect with the topic, which increases the quality of the written product tenfold.
SAT Writing
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