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1:1 Private Tutoring: Reading Comprehension, Story Elements & Critical Thinking
Marisa Hammond Olivares; (GT, ELA, ESL, ELL, SPED)
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English Language Arts: Personalized literature sessions based on the literary needs of the student. I promote #confidence and higher-order thinking skills. Includes test-taking strategies, literary devices, and simplified reading skills.
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 11
PRIMARY FOCUS: Reading Comprehension ~ although I can assist with content-based writing prompts, this listing is not intended to focus on extensive writing skills and grammar. However, my lessons do include short writing prompts that are based on the reading material. These sessions are learner-led and are based on the literary needs of the student. My teaching style and experience will help build confidence and promote critical thinking skills. Examples of key critical thinking skills are...
- Learners will learn to explore key points of the plot, gain confidence in analyzing themes, successfully interpret literary elements, and determine character motivations.
About me - ~ I have taught English Language Arts and Literature for over 18 years in middle and high school. ~ I am ELA certified in the State of Texas for grades 4th through 8th. ~ I am certified as a generalist in Early Childhood - 4th Grade. ~ I am certified in ESL for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade. ~ I am certified in Special Education for Early Childhood through 12th Grade grades.
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: PARENTAL DISCRETION: ~ Homework is readily available for all of my lessons. ~ Learners are encouraged to independently complete any questions not completed during the live ZOOM session. ~ Live feedback is very valuable. Therefore, feedback for completed homework can be provided in the forthcoming session.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Informal and Formal: ~ I use casual, informal assessments during the 45-minute session. Plus, the reading comprehension questions found in the text provide a traditional and more formal approach to assessing my learners. I balance the two formats to determine the needs of the learner.
Learners should have easy access to digital or tangible note paper.
N/A However, learners will need their own novels for any sessions that specifically cover novel studies.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's Degree from Texas Woman's University
My English courses are centered around thought-provoking critical reading skills, effective writing, and verbalizing one's interpretation of a literary text. I believe in living, laughing, and learning. My learning goals are for my students to...
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1-on-1 Tutoring
$60
per sessionMeets on demand
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-16
