One-Time Private Session in Reading (1:1 Lesson - Fluency Focused)
Private reading session focused on fluency and writing. Learn the top 100 new words at your grade level with a tutor licensed in special education and talented and gifted education. 3rd-8th grade ELA teaching experience.
Michelle Ptacek, M.A. (Reading/Creativity)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(166)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed25 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1 hour per week. - The student will be asked to review the word list and time themselves to beat their previous score. They will also be asked to continue putting the new words into written sentences.Assessment
The student will be timed on each of the word lists and any errors in pronunciation will be noted. This will be reported back to you.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 8
This class offers individually tailored one on one reading fluency instruction and a corresponding writing activity. It also acts as a trial session for my weekly sessions if you would like to meet me. I’ll start our session by exposing your student to the top one hundred new words at their grade level. (The Fry word list or "instant words" are widely accepted to contain the most used words in reading and writing.) I will time them on this list four times (25 words at a time) while providing tailored feedback and fluency tips. I will report the results back to you in the classroom and attach a pdf of the one hundred words. Your student will be encouraged to engage with the list for homework in order to beat their previous score. In addition, we will conduct some writing exercises and practice putting a few challenging new words into sentences. My top priority is to find out what interests young readers and increase their skill base, all while having fun. Most of all, I hope they feel like they have a supportive and enthusiastic reading coach along the way. To help students feel at ease, short talking breaks and friendly activities will be sprinkled throughout our intense session together. Trained and certified in both special education and talented/gifted education, I know growth in reading can be stressful for students of all abilities. Students will leave the session with clear goals, exercises, and reading tasks that can easily be communicated with parents. (This is a great way to try one session with me to see if I am a good fit for your student. Scheduling concerns? Please message about creating an ongoing private session for your specific student. Communication is the key to helping your student. We'll be in touch!)
Learning Goals
-The student will make gains in reading fluency regarding the top 100 new words at their grade level
-The student will gain insight and self-knowledge about their reading and writing skills
-The student will increase their confidence in the area of reading/writing
- Formal and informal assessment will be used to make plans for individual strengths and weaknesses in the area of reading/writing
Other Details
Supply List
Come ready to read off your device. Students will be asked to write in the chat towards the end of our session. If they are more comfortable bringing a pencil and paper, they can do so.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The Fry word list or "instant words" are widely accepted to contain the most used words in reading and writing.
Joined March, 2021
4.9
166reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Iowa Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Master's Degree in Education from Morningside University
RELEVANT CERTIFICATIONS
Department of Education, PK-12 Talented and Gifted
Department of Education, K-8 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate
Department of Education, K-6 Elementary Education (my in-person teaching experience was with the upper grades 3rd-6th)
EDUCATION
Masters of Arts in Teaching
Morningside College, Sioux City, IA
Doctoral Student
Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity, Studio City, CA
I spent years as a public school teacher providing specialized reading services to middle school students. I've enjoyed utilizing technology-based learning management systems to administer academic material and academic tests online. In addition, I've served as a co-teacher in mainstream ELA classes and constructed instructional plans for individual student needs.
I've also served as a K-8 enrichment coordinator/talented and gifted coach, implementing various assessment strategies while providing specific feedback on student work. In addition, I have extensive experience working with Davidson Young Scholars in the profoundly gifted population and with learners who identify as twice-exceptional.
Regardless of student ability, my passion is implementing modifications and accommodations for comprehensive support of student needs related to reading and writing. - Michelle Ptacek
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$60
per sessionMeets on demand
25 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-17
