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Certified Elementary Teacher | Reading & Fluency Support
Kelly D.

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Bio

I am a certified elementary teacher with both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in education, and I have been teaching since 2013. Throughout my career, I have worked closely with elementary-aged students in reading, phonics, fluency, and comprehension in classroom, small-group, and one-on-one settings. I have extensive experience supporting multilingual learners and students receiving special education services, which has strengthened my ability to tailor instruction to meet individual...

I am a certified elementary teacher with both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in education, and I have been teaching since 2013. Throughout my career, I have worked closely with elementary-aged students in reading, phonics, fluency, and comprehension in classroom, small-group, and one-on-one settings. I have extensive experience supporting multilingual learners and students receiving special education services, which has strengthened my ability to tailor instruction to meet individual learning needs and learning styles.

My teaching approach is structured but supportive, with a strong focus on building foundational skills through clear explanations, guided practice, and repetition. I believe learning should feel encouraging rather than overwhelming, especially for students who may feel discouraged or anxious about reading. I regularly use student data and observation to adjust instruction and help each child make steady, meaningful progress while building confidence along the way.

As both an educator and a parent, I understand how important it is for children to feel safe, supported, and successful as learners. In tutoring sessions, I work to create a calm, low-stress environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and taking risks. I enjoy partnering with families to support learning beyond our sessions, and my goal is always to help students grow academically while developing confidence, independence, and a positive relationship with learning.


Education

Carthage College
Elementary Education
National Louis University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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Approved Subjects

Common Core

Common Core

I have extensive experience teaching Common Core State Standards across elementary grade levels. Since 2013, all of my classroom instruction, lesson planning, and assessments have been aligned to Common Core expectations. I regularly use the standards to guide reading, writing, and foundational skill instruction, as well as to monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed. This experience has given me a strong understanding of how to apply Common Core standards in both classroom and one-on-one tutoring settings.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I am an experienced elementary teacher with over a decade of classroom experience supporting students in foundational reading and literacy skills. Since 2013, my instruction has focused on phonics, fluency, comprehension, and writing, with an emphasis on meeting students where they are academically. I have worked extensively with multilingual learners and students receiving special education services, using structured, research-based strategies to support growth. My experience includes whole-class instruction, small-group intervention, and one-on-one support.
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