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20+ years teacher, patient & experienced homeschool consultant
Amie B.

4.9 (37 ratings)

201 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $110
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Amie B.'s Photo

20+ years teacher, patient & experienced homeschool consultant
20+ years teacher, patient & experienced homeschool consultant
Amie B.

4.9 (37 ratings)

201 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.9 (37 ratings)

201 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Amie

Bio

I figured out a long time ago that a good teacher makes all the difference in learning. The teachers that made the subject enjoyable, and were really interested in making sure I understood the material, were the most effective. As a longtime K-12 homeschool instructor, I have always guided my students to a strong foundation in math, science, and language arts. With individual instruction, I have the opportunity to really engage a student's interest before providing a chance for them to...

I figured out a long time ago that a good teacher makes all the difference in learning. The teachers that made the subject enjoyable, and were really interested in making sure I understood the material, were the most effective. As a longtime K-12 homeschool instructor, I have always guided my students to a strong foundation in math, science, and language arts. With individual instruction, I have the opportunity to really engage a student's interest before providing a chance for them to practice on their own. Together, we can create a plan that helps your student succeed.

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Education

The University of Maryland at College Park
English Literature

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $110
  • Rate details: Cancellation: less than 24 hrs notice will result in a charge for full session amount. Late: 15 mins late will result in cancellation & charged full session amount.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 3/2/2020

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Art

Needlework

Needlework

I am a longtime knitter who has taught the basics to beginners of all ages. I can help you navigate the sometimes bewildering landscape of a knitting pattern, or just help you take on a project that stretches your abilities.

Corporate Training

Grammar,

Grammar

I am a longtime writing instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience. I previously worked as a professional journalist, and then shifted into English instruction. Understanding the rules of grammar is just one component necessary to be a good writer: it is a tool in your writing workbox alongside vocabulary, spelling, mechanics, and organization. I can help you master each of these tools to improve your writing.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I'm an English teacher who used to be a professional journalist. Why is this important? My training in journalism means I edit and proofread everything, all the time, up to and including my daily newspaper. My degree in English language and literature means I can help you analyze your assignment, as well as help you massage your ideas into a coherent paper. I look forward to helping you reach your goal successfully.

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have taught many core subjects to elementary, middle- and high school students over the past decade. While my forte is in the area of English, writing, and literature, I have also successfully taught elementary science classes as well as high school biology. I enjoy interacting with my students and helping to increase their interest in learning.
Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

I've been a teacher of elementary, middle and high school students for the past decade. I truly enjoy my time interacting with my students and helping them learn to succeed. Too often, bright pupils fall behind simply because a classroom teacher doesn't have time to give them individual attention. I can give your student the extra time and instruction they need to help reach their math goals successfully.
Elementary Science,

Elementary Science

I am a teacher with over a decade of experience teaching students math, science, and other core subjects. Many bright students fall behind simply because they need a little more individual attention than a classroom teacher can provide. With some personalized care, I can help your student successfully reach their science goals.
Grammar,

Grammar

I am a longtime writing instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience. I previously worked as a professional journalist, and then shifted into English instruction. Understanding the rules of grammar is just one component necessary to be a good writer: it is a tool in your writing workbox alongside vocabulary, spelling, mechanics, and organization. I can help you master each of these tools to improve your writing.
Homeschool,

Homeschool

I am an experienced educator with over 20 years of experience teaching students, both as a private tutor and as a homeschool instructor and parent. In addition to giving your student a thorough, well-rounded educational foundation, I also work with you to develop a tailored curriculum that aligns with your personal values. I can help you navigate your local regulations, as well as create an educational roadmap for your long-term goals.
Reading,

Reading

I am a English instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience. In addition to teaching language arts in the classroom, I was a professional journalist. Reading is a skill with many moving parts: language, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and even eye coordination. I can help you bring all these elements together to improve your reading skills.
Spelling,

Spelling

I use an Orton-Gillingham (OG) phonics-based approach that works for any learner, including those who may be dyslexia-leaning. I'm an English teacher and former journalist, so I check spelling all the time, even when I read the paper each day. Spelling correctly is a skill that can be learned by any age, and ingrained with practice. Please contact me to discuss how private lessons can improve your spelling and overall academic reading and writing skills.
Vocabulary

English

ACT English,

ACT English

I am a longtime instructor and upper level homeschool English teacher. My students have achieved high subscores on the ACT English and reading, and many have reached a perfect score on a subsequent test.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

As an experienced English and reading instructor, my ACT students have typically achieved English sub-scores of 30 or higher within their first three tries. I enjoy helping my students achieve their goals, and I look forward to helping you as well.
English,

English

An experienced instructor, I have taught English for elementary, middle and high school students in local cooperative schools. I hold a degree in English language and literature, but also worked in broadcast journalism before becoming a teacher. My classes focus on writing and analysis, and build strong foundation skills for any student to become a strong writer and communicator in English. My other classes include Shakespeare in Performance, Introduction to Journalism, and creative writing.
Grammar,

Grammar

I am a longtime writing instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience. I previously worked as a professional journalist, and then shifted into English instruction. Understanding the rules of grammar is just one component necessary to be a good writer: it is a tool in your writing workbox alongside vocabulary, spelling, mechanics, and organization. I can help you master each of these tools to improve your writing.
Literature,

Literature

I'm an English teacher and former journalist, with over 30 years of writing and editing experience. I help my students understand their reading assignments, then help them hone their writing skills to organize their ideas into a comprehensive response. My goal is to teach students to be better writers, so they will be strong communicators in their educational journey.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I'm an English teacher who used to be a professional journalist. Why is this important? My training in journalism means I edit and proofread everything, all the time, up to and including my daily newspaper. My degree in English language and literature means I can help you analyze your assignment, as well as help you massage your ideas into a coherent paper. I look forward to helping you reach your goal successfully.
Reading,

Reading

I am a English instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience. In addition to teaching language arts in the classroom, I was a professional journalist. Reading is a skill with many moving parts: language, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and even eye coordination. I can help you bring all these elements together to improve your reading skills.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I am a longtime English and writing instructor with experience coaching students in SAT and ACT English, as well as AP English. I can help your student learn the strategies to improve their scores in both the writing and multiple choice sections. Please let me know if I can answer any questions for you!
Spelling,

Spelling

I use an Orton-Gillingham (OG) phonics-based approach that works for any learner, including those who may be dyslexia-leaning. I'm an English teacher and former journalist, so I check spelling all the time, even when I read the paper each day. Spelling correctly is a skill that can be learned by any age, and ingrained with practice. Please contact me to discuss how private lessons can improve your spelling and overall academic reading and writing skills.
Writing,

Writing

Beginner or advanced, I will help you be a better writer. I'm an English teacher and former professional journalist. As an experienced writer, I can help you analyze your assignment, and then help you develop the writing skills you need to organize your ideas coherently. I can help you break your writing task into smaller, more manageable steps, and I look forward to helping you reach your writing goals successfully.
Vocabulary

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have taught many core subjects to elementary, middle- and high school students over the past decade. While my forte is in the area of English, writing, and literature, I have also successfully taught elementary science classes as well as high school biology. I enjoy interacting with my students and helping to increase their interest in learning.
English,

English

An experienced instructor, I have taught English for elementary, middle and high school students in local cooperative schools. I hold a degree in English language and literature, but also worked in broadcast journalism before becoming a teacher. My classes focus on writing and analysis, and build strong foundation skills for any student to become a strong writer and communicator in English. My other classes include Shakespeare in Performance, Introduction to Journalism, and creative writing.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I am a teacher with over a decade of experience teaching students math, science, and other core subjects, including Prealgebra. Many bright students fall behind simply because they need a little more individual attention than a classroom teacher can provide. With some personalized care, I can help your student successfully reach their mathematics goals.
Reading,

Reading

I am a English instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience. In addition to teaching language arts in the classroom, I was a professional journalist. Reading is a skill with many moving parts: language, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and even eye coordination. I can help you bring all these elements together to improve your reading skills.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I am a longtime English and writing instructor with experience coaching students in SAT and ACT English, as well as AP English. I can help your student learn the strategies to improve their scores in both the writing and multiple choice sections. Please let me know if I can answer any questions for you!
Spelling,

Spelling

I use an Orton-Gillingham (OG) phonics-based approach that works for any learner, including those who may be dyslexia-leaning. I'm an English teacher and former journalist, so I check spelling all the time, even when I read the paper each day. Spelling correctly is a skill that can be learned by any age, and ingrained with practice. Please contact me to discuss how private lessons can improve your spelling and overall academic reading and writing skills.
Writing

Writing

Beginner or advanced, I will help you be a better writer. I'm an English teacher and former professional journalist. As an experienced writer, I can help you analyze your assignment, and then help you develop the writing skills you need to organize your ideas coherently. I can help you break your writing task into smaller, more manageable steps, and I look forward to helping you reach your writing goals successfully.

Math

Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I am a teacher with over a decade of experience teaching students math, science, and other core subjects, including Prealgebra. Many bright students fall behind simply because they need a little more individual attention than a classroom teacher can provide. With some personalized care, I can help your student successfully reach their mathematics goals.

Most Popular

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have taught many core subjects to elementary, middle- and high school students over the past decade. While my forte is in the area of English, writing, and literature, I have also successfully taught elementary science classes as well as high school biology. I enjoy interacting with my students and helping to increase their interest in learning.
English,

English

An experienced instructor, I have taught English for elementary, middle and high school students in local cooperative schools. I hold a degree in English language and literature, but also worked in broadcast journalism before becoming a teacher. My classes focus on writing and analysis, and build strong foundation skills for any student to become a strong writer and communicator in English. My other classes include Shakespeare in Performance, Introduction to Journalism, and creative writing.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I am a teacher with over a decade of experience teaching students math, science, and other core subjects, including Prealgebra. Many bright students fall behind simply because they need a little more individual attention than a classroom teacher can provide. With some personalized care, I can help your student successfully reach their mathematics goals.
Reading,

Reading

I am a English instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience. In addition to teaching language arts in the classroom, I was a professional journalist. Reading is a skill with many moving parts: language, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and even eye coordination. I can help you bring all these elements together to improve your reading skills.
Writing

Writing

Beginner or advanced, I will help you be a better writer. I'm an English teacher and former professional journalist. As an experienced writer, I can help you analyze your assignment, and then help you develop the writing skills you need to organize your ideas coherently. I can help you break your writing task into smaller, more manageable steps, and I look forward to helping you reach your writing goals successfully.

Sports/Recreation

Cooking,

Cooking

I am an accomplished cook and baker, with over 25 years if experience. Unlike most television cooking shows, I research the science behind the techniques. I have taught basic cooking technique to beginners and helped intermediate students explore more unfamiliar culinary territory, and I can help you with your questions.
Needlework

Needlework

I am a longtime knitter who has taught the basics to beginners of all ages. I can help you navigate the sometimes bewildering landscape of a knitting pattern, or just help you take on a project that stretches your abilities.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have taught many core subjects to elementary, middle- and high school students over the past decade. While my forte is in the area of English, writing, and literature, I have also successfully taught elementary science classes as well as high school biology. I enjoy interacting with my students and helping to increase their interest in learning.
Reading,

Reading

I am a English instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience. In addition to teaching language arts in the classroom, I was a professional journalist. Reading is a skill with many moving parts: language, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and even eye coordination. I can help you bring all these elements together to improve your reading skills.
Writing,

Writing

Beginner or advanced, I will help you be a better writer. I'm an English teacher and former professional journalist. As an experienced writer, I can help you analyze your assignment, and then help you develop the writing skills you need to organize your ideas coherently. I can help you break your writing task into smaller, more manageable steps, and I look forward to helping you reach your writing goals successfully.
GED

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

I am a longtime instructor and upper level homeschool English teacher. My students have achieved high subscores on the ACT English and reading, and many have reached a perfect score on a subsequent test.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

As an experienced English and reading instructor, my ACT students have typically achieved English sub-scores of 30 or higher within their first three tries. I enjoy helping my students achieve their goals, and I look forward to helping you as well.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I am a longtime English and writing instructor with experience coaching students in SAT and ACT English, as well as AP English. I can help your student learn the strategies to improve their scores in both the writing and multiple choice sections. Please let me know if I can answer any questions for you!
SSAT,

SSAT

I have experience preparintb students for advanced placement in specialty program testing such as CoGAT and AP exams.
GED

Examples of Expertise

Amie has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 12 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews

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Very Knowledgeable and fun to work with

Amie was great at helping my son who doesn't like writing break down his 2000-word writing assignment into manageable smaller tasks. She helped him come up with a plan. She asked him questions to help him elaborate and come up with more ideas to add to his story and was great at helping him with organization. Most of all she made it fun which is hard to do with a kid who doesn't like to write that much.

Lori, 6 lessons with Amie
Hourly Rate: $110
Response time: 2 minutes
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