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Certified ESL Program Specialist | Master’s in Special Education
Travis W.

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Hi, I’m Travis. I’m a certified ESL Program Specialist and Special Education teacher in Pennsylvania with a Master’s in Special Education. I’ve spent my career helping K–12 multilingual learners, students with IEPs and 504s, early childhood learners, and adults who want to improve their English for work, daily life, or academic goals. I currently work in Pittsburgh Public Schools and support students across cyber school programs as well. My background allows me to work effectively with...

Hi, I’m Travis. I’m a certified ESL Program Specialist and Special Education teacher in Pennsylvania with a Master’s in Special Education. I’ve spent my career helping K–12 multilingual learners, students with IEPs and 504s, early childhood learners, and adults who want to improve their English for work, daily life, or academic goals. I currently work in Pittsburgh Public Schools and support students across cyber school programs as well. My background allows me to work effectively with learners at every level — from early phonics and reading intervention to advanced academic writing and conversation skills for adults.

My tutoring style is structured, intentional, and supportive. I blend language development, literacy instruction, and evidence-based intervention strategies so learners don’t just “get homework help” — they build real skills and confidence. For school-aged students, I create individualized plans to strengthen reading, comprehension, writing, organization, and executive functioning. For adults, I focus on practical English for real-world use: speaking clearly, improving pronunciation, expanding vocabulary, and communicating confidently in professional settings. Whether you’re learning English as an adult or supporting a child who needs targeted instruction, I meet you where you are and guide you forward with patience, structure, and clear results.

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Clarion University
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Clarion University
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Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I’m an experienced K–6 educator with a background in Early Intervention, reading instruction, and individualized learning support. I specialize in helping students build confidence in reading, writing, and foundational math skills through clear, step-by-step lessons. I’ve worked extensively with students who struggle with focus, comprehension, or motivation, and I use engaging online tools to keep them on track. My approach is patient, structured, and fully customized to your child’s needs. I’m a certified ESL Program Specialist and Special Education teacher in Pennsylvania with a Master’s in Special Education.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I am a certified ESL teacher with extensive experience supporting K–12 multilingual learners in both classroom and one-on-one settings. I specialize in helping beginners build vocabulary, confidence, and functional communication skills through engaging, structured lessons. I have taught students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and tailor every session to the learner’s goals. My approach is patient, supportive, and focused on measurable progress.
Phonics

Phonics

I have extensive experience teaching early literacy and phonics to young learners who need clear, structured support in decoding and reading fluency. I use evidence-based instruction aligned with foundational reading skills, including letter-sound correspondence, blending, segmenting, and sight word acquisition. My lessons are engaging and scaffolded to match each child’s learning pace. I specialize in helping struggling readers build confidence and measurable progress.
Reading

Reading

I have extensive experience supporting elementary students in reading comprehension, fluency, and foundational literacy skills. I use research-based strategies that help students break down texts, build vocabulary, and understand what they read with confidence. My sessions are individualized to each learner’s needs and pace. I focus on creating steady, measurable progress that parents can clearly see.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I am a certified K–12 educator with extensive experience helping students build study skills, organization habits, and strong executive functioning routines. I work with learners who struggle with task initiation, planning, working memory, and staying focused. My approach is structured, supportive, and tailored to each student’s academic workload and learning needs. I help students develop long-term habits that improve confidence, independence, and academic performance.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I am an experienced ESL teacher who specializes in building vocabulary for multilingual learners at all proficiency levels. I use clear modeling, scaffolded practice, and meaningful repetition to help students understand and confidently use new words in speaking, reading, and writing. I have worked with students from early elementary through adulthood, including newcomers and Level 1 learners. My lessons are supportive, patient, and designed to build both skill and confidence.
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