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Jastyn W.

Para Educator

Education:

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology,
Ohio Christian University

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Experience:

6 years of experience as a paraprofessional first UA,
last 2 as lead paraprofessional 

Elementary 

While I am not licensed to teach, I am very comfortable working with teachers and parents to work on IEP goals. 

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Nicole C.

PreK-3rd

Educator

Education:

Master of Education from The Ohio State University

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Experience:

16 years in Columbus City Schools + 2 years in a UA Preschool + 3 years in a UA private art studio

I can help children understand and complete classroom assignments. I can support reading/writing instruction for K/1 students and am able to provide independent reading recommendations for students in K-3. I can also offer and/or create supplemental activities. 

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Sheila N.

K-6th

K-adult ESL

Education:

Bachelors of Elementary Education from Lakehead University in Ontario Canada

Bachelors of Arts in Child Development Brock University in Ontario Canada

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Experience:

15 years teaching/tutoring

I specialize in literacy, whether that be English language learners or students who may be working towards reading on grade level, maintaining grade level, and challenging with higher level work. I work with phonics, beginning readers and work to improve reading rate and recovery/retention.

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Beth R.

K-6th

Middle School Language Arts

Orton-Gillingham

Education:

Master's Degree in Literacy from Teacher's College @ Columbia University, New York, NY

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Experience:

I have 10 years of teaching experience between my time in NY and NC, plus 1 year and almost 150 hours of experience as an Orton-Gillingham instructor

I am a seasoned teacher with a multitude of experience in grades K-7.  I strive to make this time a little less scary and a little more fun for my students. One thing I pride myself on is my ability to be silly with my students, while still being able to "get the job done". 

Staci P.

K-5th

Para Educator

Education:

Bachelor's in Psychology from Cincinnati Christian University, Master's in Social Work from Ohio State University

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Experience:

4 years Para

2 Years Substitute

I can help students work through assignments given by classroom teachers or the virtual academy. I have experience working one-on-one, in small groups, and in a classroom. I can provide academic support in a variety of subjects (my personal strength is math), as well as working on social and emotional skills. 

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Elizabeth S.

PreK-3rd

Educator

Literacy

Education:

BS - Ohio University Early Childhood Education; K-12 Reading Endorsement
Masters - Reading and Literacy from Walden University

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Experience:

13 years: Brunswick City School District, Olentangy Local Schools, Bexley City Schools, First Community Preschool

Available for consultation of curriculum, instructional method ideas, tutoring, supplemental resources, mini lessons, guided reading/writing instruction.

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Lexi B.

K-5th

Tutor

Education:

Last year at Ohio State University majoring in early childhood education and psychology with a minor in child abuse and neglect

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Experience:

1 year internship as a teacher assistant in a first grade classroom

5 years of tutoring experiences

I can work one on one or in groups to help kids with virtual learning or in areas they need extra help. I have completed all of my requirements for my education major. I have also helped tutor math for middle schoolers and high schoolers so I am available for that as well. 

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Rob R.

5th-12th

Educator/Tutor

Education:

BS, (Education) Wilmington College '78

MA, Miami University '79

University of South Carolina

Teacher certification, Health and PE

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Experience:

40 years: Qualified to teach 5th -12th grade

In-home tutoring, instruction and supervision that makes certain your child stays on track.  Goal is to provide consistent structure that follows the teachings of your classroom teacher, as well as motivation and emotional support.

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Adrian B.

Tutor

Nanny

Education:

Bachelor's Degree: University of Richmond Master's Degree: University of Maryland - Higher Education

2nd year PhD student at The Ohio State University  - Higher Education

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Experience:

2.5 years teaching

Many years nannying

I am a generalist and willing to support virtual learning for many grade levels; I can also help guide and provide feedback on the college admissions process for rising juniors and seniors in high school.

Jason H.

1st-8th

Educator

Education:

M. Ed: Elementary Education

BA: Aviation

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Experience:

23 years in the Dublin City Schools

17 years as a 7th grade math teacher

5 years in 6th grade science

Middle school tutor

I am highly qualified in all 4 core subject areas. I specialize in 1-7 grade math and science. I have worked with children with language arts and social studies as well. I have been given the opportunity to work many children and have found that each child is unique. I am comfortable working with children who have
a 504 or IEP.

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Jen W.

4th-9th

Educator

Education:

BSEd University of Cincinnati in Middle Childhood Education (2003)
 

Experience:

3 years classroom experience (grades 5-8)

Certified to teach grades 4-9,

Experience with grades K-9 math, social studies, science

I have experience as a middle school teacher. I was the Head of Youth and Family Programs at the Rochester Museum and Science Center in Rochester, New York.

I have been teaching summer camp at the Wellington School for the past 7 years.

Rose P.

7th-12th

Tutor

Education:

B.A. in English and creative writing, Kenyon College (2020); HS diploma, UAHS (2016)

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Experience:

3 years teaching creative writing

1 year foreign language tutoring

I’m passionate about helping students excel in English, essay writing, college essays, creative writing, and 7th-10th grade Spanish. I can facilitate group or 1-on-1 lessons and provide feedback on essays/projects. For seniors, I offer college essay editing services and can help with everything from brainstorming to revising a final draft. 

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Emily A.

K-5th

Educator

Education:

Bachelors in Education and a minor in Gifted Education from Butler University 

Masters in Reading from Ashland University 

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Experience:

Taught 12 years in Upper Arlington Schools

9 years at 3rd Grade 3 years at 2nd grade. 

With a minor in gifted I am able to enrich the content provided by the school and challenge kids that need the extra push. I am extremely comfortable teaching the entire K-3rd grade level curriculum. I am also interested in small groups with a focus on literacy.

Ashley I.

K-5th

Educator

Education:

BA early childhood ed: Miami University

Graduate Gifted Ed: University of Cincinnati 

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Experience:

8 years teaching experience (7 in UA)

Private tutoring for 12+ years

Certified to teach K-5; tutor middle school

Qualified to tutor/teach gifted education

With my teaching background and having just recently left the Upper Arlington school district I am able to provide high quality teaching/tutoring  that aligns with the UA schools curriculum.  I am passionate about helping students and provide an engaging experience for the students and families.

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Jen P.

PreK-3rd

Educator

3rd Grade Homeschooling

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Miami University (2009)

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Experience:

Two years tutoring; One year teaching; Two years nannying for families with children aged infant- early elementary. 

I am a Barrington mom with a rising 3rd grade son whom I will be homeschooling this year using an independent curriculum. I am looking for one to two 3rd grade children to have in my home on their assigned DL days. I will facilitate the DL of these children while homeschooling my son. We will all work together and engage during our learning as much as assignments and lessons allow.

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Shawn H.

K-12th

Educator/Tutor

Education:

BS from Penn State and post grad teaching certificate from College of Notre Dame of Maryland

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Experience:

5 years teaching in the classroom

20 years tutoring

I help students become their own best resource and have been empowering learners for 23 years. As a classroom teacher, I quickly learned how to motivate and connect with students, and I apply this same approach today.

Kristi S.

PreK-3rd

Educator

Para

Education:

Calvin College -Bachelor of Art:

Elementary Education 

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Experience:

First Grade teacher- 4 years

Full Day Kindergarten teacher- 4 years

Pre K Teacher at BEARS preschool- 8 years

Paraprofessional with Upper Arlington schools- 1 year

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I love teaching the lower elementary grades and I especially love to teach children how to read. I have worked with special needs children and am able to adapt lessons accordingly