Tutor in Phoenix, Arizona

Academic Tutoring K-12 • Reading: decoding and phonics for all levels of reading, Wilson Language Program • Reading Comprehension: Beginning through advanced skills • Writing: handwriting, composition skills, types of writing, spelling, grammar • Math: basic math skills, life skills math, pre-algebra, algebra 1 • Social Studies: grade level curriculum, reading and comprehension skills, memorization and study skills • Science: Earth, Life, Physical, Biology, • Spanish: Beginning and intermediate level • Computer: Typing, word processing programs, Excel • Communication Skills: PEC, Bliss symbols, picture schedules, adaptive sign language • Test Preparation: GED, SAT, ACT, State testing • Social/Behavioral Skills Training: self-regulation, play skills, reciprocal communication, positive behavioral supports • Test Preparation: GED, SAT, ACT, State Tests • Homeschool teaching and supervision • Early Intervention Therapy: therapeutic play and pre-academic skills, communication development, positive behavioral supports • Assessments: skill based testing for academic areas, FEAS, Brigance, Wad • Parent Support/Training: Home school planning, Positive behavioral support systems, home communication/schedule systems, school advocacy support- Learning Plans, 504 and IEP review and recommendations, student/family advocacy with school districts - I am Certified Elementary and Special Education Teacher, K-12, with 20 years of experience working with children who have the following special needs: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD, ADHD, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Dyslexia, Prater-Willi Syndrome, communication and sensory integration disorders, learning disabilities, cognitive disorders, Rhett’s Syndrome, Down’s syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, hearing and vision impairments, social and behavioral disorders. I am also a certified counselor and behavior technician.