After School Tutoring: K-2
Join our after-school tutoring sessions designed for kindergarten through 2nd grade students! We provide a supportive environment where students can work on their homework or focus on other skills they need help with.
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What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 1
Beginner Level
Are you looking for a way to help your kindergartener/first grader excel in their studies and build strong reading skills? I'm Mrs. Ross, an experienced educator with over four years in the classroom, specializing in foundational reading skills like letters, sounds, and phonics. I offer after-school tutoring sessions designed to help your child progress in their skills and tackle homework with confidence. In these sessions, we'll focus on reinforcing and advancing the reading skills critical for lifelong learning. My teaching style is patient, upbeat, engaging, and celebratory. I maintain high expectations while being task-oriented and focused, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment. Whether your child needs extra help with their homework or wants to boost their reading abilities, my approach guarantees that every session is both effective and enjoyable. Let's work together to unlock your child's full potential! Topics Examples: 1. Letter Recognition and Sounds: * Identifying uppercase and lowercase letters * Matching letters to their sounds * Practicing letter formation and handwriting 2. Phonics and Blending * Understanding consonant and vowel sounds * Blending sounds to form simple words (e.g., cat, dog, hat) * Introduction to digraphs (e.g., ch, sh, the) 3. Sight Words * Recognizing common sight words (e.g., the, and, is, it) * Reading sight words in sentences * Writing sight words from memory 4. Rhyming and Word Families * Identifying rhyming words * Exploring word families (e.g., -at, -an, -in) * Creating word family lists 5. Basic Reading Comprehension * Listening to and discussing simple stories * Answering questions about the story * Retelling the story in their own words 6. Sentence Structure * Understanding parts of a sentence (subject, verb, object) * Creating simple sentences * Practicing punctuation (periods, question marks) 7. Beginning Writing Skills * Writing simple sentences and short paragraphs *Using a word bank for writing prompts * Illustrating stories and writing captions 8. Interactive Reading Activities * Participating in shared reading sessions * Engaging with interactive reading games * Using picture clues to understand stories 9. Alphabet Games and Activities * Alphabet puzzles and matching games * Alphabet scavenger hunts * Singing alphabet songs and chants 10. Building Vocabulary * Learning new words through picture books * Playing vocabulary games * Creating a personal word dictionary These topics will be adjusted based on the individual needs and progress of each student.
Learning Goals
Homework Support:
Assist students in completing homework assignments accurately and independently.
Build confidence in tackling homework challenges across various subjects.Skill Development:
Strengthen foundational skills in reading, writing, and math through targeted exercises and activities.
Improve comprehension, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking skills.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need their homework if needing assistance with that. Students will need pencils, pencil sharpeners, and primary lined paper or blank paper if needing help with math.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A0)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Auburn University
I would be a great after-school tutor candidate for your child. I have extensive experience with a degree in teaching grades Pre-K through 3rd (which includes prior experience teaching a full year of Kindergarten virtually) and dedication to education. With four years of teaching kindergarten and a certification in the science of reading, I bring a deep understanding of early childhood learning and literacy development. Additionally, I have three years of tutoring experience within my own school, where I've honed my ability to personalize learning and support students in achieving their academic goals. As your child's tutor, I am committed to creating a nurturing environment where learning is engaging, effective, and tailored to their individual needs.
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$40
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
