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Nicola M.

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Bio

I am a certified elementary educator with over 20 years of experience teaching students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. I hold a Master’s degree in TESOL Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and a Bachelor’s degree in Education. My background allows me to effectively support a wide range of learners, including English language learners, struggling readers, and students who benefit from structured, individualized instruction in reading and writing.

I bring an...

I am a certified elementary educator with over 20 years of experience teaching students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. I hold a Master’s degree in TESOL Education (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and a Bachelor’s degree in Education. My background allows me to effectively support a wide range of learners, including English language learners, struggling readers, and students who benefit from structured, individualized instruction in reading and writing.

I bring an outgoing, positive teaching style that helps students feel comfortable, confident, and engaged in their learning. Throughout my career, I have taught in classroom, small-group, and one-on-one settings, focusing on building strong foundational literacy skills, independence, and a love of learning. My approach is clear, supportive, and tailored to each student’s needs, and I prioritize strong communication with families to ensure steady progress and success. I look forward to partnering with families to help students build confidence and strengthen skills.


Education

Roger Williams University
Elementary Education
University of Rhode Island
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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Approved Subjects

Handwriting

Handwriting

With 25 years of experience as an elementary teacher, I have extensive expertise in teaching foundational literacy skills, including handwriting instruction. I understand child development, fine motor progression, and effective letter formation techniques. My experience working with diverse learners has equipped me to adapt instruction to meet individual needs while building students’ confidence, accuracy, and overall writing fluency.
Phonics

Phonics

With 25 years of experience in elementary education, I have extensive expertise in teaching phonics and foundational reading skills. I have guided students in developing phonemic awareness, decoding strategies, and reading fluency through systematic, research-based instruction. My experience with diverse learners allows me to differentiate instruction and support struggling readers while building strong, confident literacy skills.
Reading

Reading

With 25 years of experience in elementary education, I have extensive expertise in teaching reading comprehension, fluency, and critical thinking skills. I have supported students in developing strong decoding, vocabulary, and analytical abilities through structured, research-based instruction. My experience with diverse learners enables me to differentiate effectively and foster confident, independent readers.
Spelling

Spelling

With 25 years of experience in elementary education, I have extensive expertise in teaching spelling through structured, research-based word study instruction. I have guided students in mastering phonics patterns, spelling rules, morphology, and vocabulary development. My experience with diverse learners enables me to differentiate instruction and build accuracy, confidence, and strong foundational literacy skills.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

With 25 years of experience in elementary education, I have extensive expertise in building students’ vocabulary through explicit instruction, rich literature, and meaningful language experiences. I have supported learners in developing word knowledge, context clue strategies, and academic language skills. My experience with diverse learners enables me to differentiate instruction and strengthen students’ comprehension and communication abilities.
Writing

Writing

With 25 years of experience in elementary education, I have extensive expertise in teaching writing across genres, including narrative, informational, and opinion pieces. I have guided students in developing organization, voice, grammar, and revision skills through structured, research-based instruction. My experience with diverse learners enables me to differentiate effectively while fostering confident, capable writers.
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