1:1 Private Tutoring: Full Customized Semester ELA Curriculum
In this 8-week course, students will follow a customized ELA curriculum designed by the learner, parent, and teacher. Please do not register for this course without contacting the organization to discuss your learner's needs and goals!
WordPlay Writing Co. | Jackson Pearce
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What's included
36 live meetings
33 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 9
This is a private 1:1 class providing a semester-length ELA curriculum. Learners, parents, and teachers will work together to develop a curriculum that focuses on the learner's individual needs as well as keeps larger state, national, or international goals in mind. Below is an example curriculum aligned to 6th grade ELA standards: Weeks 1-3 : Novel-in-Verse (Student will select from the books below): -Inside Out and Back Again – Thanhha Lai -Brown Girl Dreaming – Jacqueline Woodson -Other Words for Home – Jasmine Warga Tuesday lessons – Book discussions, written responses, reading strategies Thursday lessons – Writing activities: writing in verse, personal/creative writing, thematic research responses (short) Homework will include: reading chosen text and supporting materials, finishing/ revising writing pieces begun in class, running list of new vocabulary, reading reflections Week 4 – summarize, polish, revise, present materials from novel-in-verse unit Weeks 5-7: Book 2 Tuesday lessons – Reading discussions, written responses, focus on annotation Thursday lessons — Writing activities: longer expository pieces (focus on research skills, crafting and supporting a thesis statement, transitions) Homework will include: reading chosen text and supporting materials, research, writing and revising expository piece, running list of new vocabulary, reading reflections Week 8 – summarize, polish, revise, present materials from second novel and expository writing. If time, mini-unit on persuasive writing. If you are interested, please contact us to discuss your learner's needs before registering, so we can work to create a course framework that best meets your learner's needs. This class is intended to serve as a full ELA curriculum rather than a tutoring session.
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Parental Guidance
We will work with parents to ensure material fits well with each learner’s academic, emotional, and actual age. When selecting books for learners to choose from, we endeavor to select a diverse array of books that include characters of color, neurodivergent characters, and LGBTQ+ characters.
Please note that the above example curriculum is specific for a current learner.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Lehigh University
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Davidson College
Bachelor's Degree in English from The University of Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Purdue University
Bachelor's Degree in English from Agnes Scott College
Jackson Pearce:
In addition to all the writing mentioned above, I have taught creative writing classes, camps, and seminars for kids for over ten years. My approach is to teach creative writing as play— something that is to be enjoyed, experimented with, and shared. Too often I find that students are their own worst critics; I aim to remind them that there’s value and fun to be had in everything you write, whether it’s good, bad, or in-between.
My classes are fun, informative, and engaging, and I genuinely love helping students uncover or hone their writing talents. Students are encouraged to speak and ask questions during class, and I do my best to relate the material to their likes, dislikes, and interests so they connect better with the coursework. I love teaching Wings of Fire classes, as well as book club classes!
Tiffany Schmidt:
In addition to spending seven years as a sixth grade teacher, I’ve taught kindergarten, preschool, and worked extensively with middle and high school writers as a tutor. I have a Master’s in Elementary Education and a B.A. in English, both from Lehigh University.
Oh yeah, and I’m the author of nine novels for teens and tweens, as well as the momma of three impish Schmidtlets. I’m looking forward to connecting with young writers and readers on Outschool. My goal for my students is always for them to Grow and Glow—knowing it’s safe to try hard and take risks, while feeling good about what they accomplish. My teaching style is dynamic optimism and I can’t wait to write together!Reviews
Live Private Class
$357
weekly3x per week, 12 weeks
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
