First Grade Second Grade Engaging Full Curriculum 3x/week
This ongoing class is for students that want to expand on reading and math skills, enjoy a craft, experiments, games, and recipes. It is taught by an expert teacher with years of teaching and online experience. Meets 3 times per week.
Pamela Pendleton
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(10)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 2
Come and join us first/second grade learners!! THIS IS AN ONGOING/SUBSCRIPTION BASED CLASS! JOIN IN ANY WEEK ***CLASS CONTINUES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!!*** **THEMES FOR FALL 2024 BELOW** *** FALL CLASSES WILL BEGIN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2!**** ***THIS IS FOR STUDENTS THAT ARE AT A FIRST OR SECOND GRADE READING LEVEL AND CAN ADD AND SUBTRACT NUMBERS 1-10, BUT WANT TO EXPAND ON THESE CONCEPTS AND MORE *** ****PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE REQUESTING TIMES (INCLUDE YOUR TIME ZONE) IF YOU DON'T SEE A TIME THAT WORKS FOR YOU! I AM VERY FLEXIBLE!**** 👩🏫WHY CHOOSE ME AS YOUR TEACHER? WHAT MAKES MY CLASS DIFFERENT? *Creative Activities are provided for students- We do NOT do the same worksheets each week!!! Students are learning multiple concepts and skills in my class!!! *Variety of Activities are provided for students which means your child stays engaged! *Full Curriculum using reading, writing, math, science, some social studies, art and music activities *Each day of the week we work on different subjects/material *Snacks Made Together- works on following step by step directions and culinary skills *Show and Tell- Students learn how to ask questions, listen, and speak clearly *All students receive time and individual attention during EVERY class from the teacher as I keep class sizes small. 📋CLASS SCHEDULE: MONDAY- LITERACY ACTIVITY/ STORY RELATED TO THEME- We will practice literacy concepts using first and second grade leveled books, both fiction and non-fiction that are related to each week's theme. Concepts such as grammar, phonics, comprehension, fluency, and writing will be practiced using handouts and discussion. We will likely read portions of the book throughout the week depending on its length. *Books will be seen on my screen for students to follow along with. CRAFT- A handout will be used and we will work together to make a paper craft. Students will work on fine motor practice and following multiple step directions. WEDNESDAY- MATH- Concepts such as measurement, graphing, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, comparison, and 3-4 digit numbers will be taught and related to each week's theme. EXPERIMENT Students will watch a themed based experiment they can try later with parent help/supervision. FRIDAY- EXTRA ACTIVITY- The activity will enhance the theme of the week. Examples include games, puzzles, color by number, crosswords, etc. RECIPE-We will also prepare a snack together learning how to follow step by step directions. SHARE-Students can bring an object to share and they will practice speaking and listening skills (OBJECTS RELATED TO THE THEME ARE ENCOURAGED!) * Every day we will also be reading the weekly story and discussing it! **Each of these areas provides a set routine for the students and once they are in class for a short period, they will begin to get the hang of it! This provides stability and children thrive in routines, just like adults do! WEEKLY THEMES: FALL 2024 THEMES: (HOLIDAYS) September 2-6 All About Me (Feel the Love Day Sept 7) September 9-13 Books! Books! Books! (Libraries Remember Day Sept 11) September 16-20 Thank you Community Helpers ( World Gratitude Day Sept 21) September 23-27 Dream and Fantasy (World Dream Day Sept 25) September 30-4 Emotions and Feelings (World Smile Day Oct 4) October 7-11 Galaxy (C60 Day Oct 9) October 14-18 Jungle Time (Sloth Day Oct 19) October 21-25 Leaves and Fall (National Apple Day Oct 21) October 28-1 Make Music (Country Music Month (Oct) November 4-8 Pumpkins (Color the World Orange Day Nov 4) November 11-15 Robots (National Recycling Day Nov 15) November 18-22 We Want Snow (Mitten Tree Day Dec 6) NO CLASS NOV 25-29 YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED FOR THIS WEEK! December 2-6 Vet (International Day of Veterinary Medicine Dec 9) December 9-13 Western (Horse Day Dec 13) December 16-20 Yummy/ Yucky (Cookie Exchange Day Dec 22) NO CLASS DEC. 23-27 YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED FOR THIS WEEK! NO CLASS DEC. 30-JAN 3 YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED FOR THIS WEEK! MORE THEMES TO COME AS THIS IS A YEAR ROUND CLASS!!! **Materials needed will be posted in the classroom ahead of time! **Themes are subject to change 👩🏫EXPERIENCE/PHILOSOPHY I have loads of experience teaching this age group! It is my passion and I believe it is crucial that we prepare children for an amazing and bright future!!! -I have a Bachelors Degree in Music Education and have BOTH music and elementary education certificates! -I have taught in the classroom and online for many years -I have had my OWN child care center in my home working with young children -I have experience creating a curriculum on my own that fits the needs of this age group -I have excellent class management skills and pride myself in my ability to provide engaging, creative, fun lessons! -I have a special needs child and have found ways to adapt to him and other children's needs. -I have taught ESL students online and in the classroom and can continue to help them with their English speaking abilities. -I pride myself in my ability to reach students individually at their level! Each child needs something different and I don't believe in putting children in a "box." 🎒SUPPLIES: -Handouts for the week- Please print these and have them ready for class! They will be provided in the classroom on Sunday each week. -Have on hand- pencil, paper, scissors, crayons, markers, and glue. ***ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES will also be posted Sunday with the handouts. *The science materials are optional if you'd like to have your child participate along side me and will be indicated as such. Snack supplies and sometimes additional art supplies may be necessary and will be listed when necessary for that particular week. IF THERE ARE ANY SUPPLIES YOU DON'T HAVE, THERE ARE WAYS TO ADAPT AND MAKE IT WORK. I PROVIDE THIS LIST AS I BELIEVE STUDENTS WILL GET MORE OUT OF THE CLASS IF THEY HAVE THESE SUPPLIES, BUT EITHER WAY, THEY WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME IN CLASS! 👨👩👧PARENTAL GUIDANCE: -Please print out handout ahead of time. -Please teach your child how to use the mute/unmute button throughout this class. -I ask that children be on camera throughout the class as possible.
Learning Goals
Students will practice reading fluently and answer comprehension questions as well as learn vocabulary through second grade leveled books.Students will practice grammar and sentence structure, writing skills as well as story structure.
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2021
4.9
10reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hello! My name is Teacher Pamela and I am so excited to be a part of the Outschool team of teachers!
CERTIFICATIONS
* Elementary Education Teaching Certificate with a Language Arts Emphasis at Millikin University
*California Teaching Certificate in Multiple Subjects (K-12) at California State University in San Marcos, California.
*Bachelor of Music in music education at Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois. I learned how to teach a variety of instruments including voice.
* certified to teach multiple online classes in reading, grammar, pronunciation, and phonics classes.
*CPR-PR certified (professional rescuer) and First aid certified
* American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. This was a detailed course for teaching and supervising swimming instruction
EXPERIENCE
*I have or taught as an online teacher for 5 years teaching children ages 3-14 in ESL classes including reading, grammar, phonics and pronunciation classes.
* I have been a child care provider for newborns to age 5 in my home.
* I have also taught in the public schools for 9 years. In pre-k all the way to high school classrooms.
*Outside of the classroom, I taught swimming lessons for 10 years for children ages 3-12. I worked as a lifeguard supervising children in the water as well. Later on, I supervised swim instructors for 5 years. Additionally, I have experience working as a day camp counselor in which I worked for 5 years with children ages 3-12.
TYPES OF CLASSES
In the music classes, students will learn beginning music skills such as singing, instrument playing, movement, rhythm, pitch and listening. I will use a variety of tools such as instruments, puppets, and themed based props in order to keep the learners engaged.
For the themed based classes, I plan to take a cross curricular approach to learning based around one theme at a time. Students will learn pre- reading skills, STEM , art, music and motor skills. Some examples of themes include robots, the farm, and transportation.
In circle time classes, we will focus on the basic kindergarten ready skills such as calendar time, shapes, colors, letters and their sounds, numbers as well as show and tell. Show and tell teaches great communication skills such as asking and answering questions.
In holiday themed classes, we will explore different holidays. Students will learn their traditions through songs, crafts and special activities.
ME AS A TEACHER
I've been working with children since I was a teenager! I believe I was born for it! I have great passion working with children and to be honest, I've learned just as much from them as they have from me! I teach using themes and objectives for each lesson, taking a cross-curricular approach to learning. This means connecting the subject areas. I also believe in using a variety of visual, auditory and kinetic learning styles as we all learn in different ways. This keeps the students engaged and having fun while learning!
FAVORITES
Color: pink🐖
Food: pasta🍝
Candy: Reese's Peanut Butter Cups 🍬
Drink: Coffee
Hobby: singing and dancing 🎶🎤💃Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
weekly ($14 per class)3x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
1-5 learners per class
