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1-on-1 Private English Tutoring: Reading & Writing Mastery for Kids

Join Our Personalized English: Tailored Plans for Reading, Writing, Grammar, & Vocabulary! Whether it’s conquering homework, preparing for tests, or building overall skills, our customized approach ensures your child’s success.
Language First Academy by Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
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Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
30 mins
per session
Teacher support
Homework
1 hour per week. We can provide homework and out of class resources upon parent request.
Assessment
We are happy to provide feedback on a regulary basis.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 7
Beginner - Advanced Level
Unlock Your English Potential: Tailored Learning Awaits! 📖🚀

👋Welcome to our engaging English tutoring sessions, where we prioritize honing the skills that matter most to your learner. Here's what to expect:

👊1. Personalized Focus:

Dive into areas needing extra attention—be it homework challenges, test preparations, or a desire for extended learning.

✉️ 2. Pre-Class Connection:

Prior to our first class, let's connect! We'll discuss your learner's needs and set clear learning goals for our sessions.

📝3. First-Class Review:

Our initial session is dedicated to reviewing your learner's needs and goals, ensuring a solid foundation for our journey together.

📚4. Resource Flexibility:

Choose between utilizing provided class resources or seamlessly integrating materials you already have.

✍🏻5. Homework and Beyond:

Tailored homework or additional resources can be assigned, promoting continuous learning beyond our sessions.

💡Areas of Focus:

Explore a myriad of English skills, including:

📚 Reading and Text Analysis
✍️ Responding to Reading with Writing Prompts
🕵️ Using Context Clues for Word Meanings
🌟 Identifying Main Ideas and Supporting Details
✒️ Improving Writing Fluency
📘 Study Skills and Exam Preparation
🗣️ Public Speaking and Presentation Delivery
📝 Editing and Proofreading
🧠 Parts of Speech

Stay Connected:

Questions? Curiosities? Reach out anytime! Let's make this English learning journey an exciting and fruitful experience. 
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Our teachers:
MOIRA GILMORE
📚 Meet Moira, a certified elementary school teacher from Connecticut! ✏️ With experience in 2nd, 4th, and most recently 5th grade ELA for the past 4 years, her passion for reading and writing inspires students to grow and build on their skills. 🌟✨

MARISSA CHENEY
Marissa Cheney has been teaching for 14 years 👩‍🏫. She began her career teaching 5th grade and has been teaching 4th grade for the last 11 years 📚. Marissa holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education 🎓 and a Master's Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Reading 📖. She is certified to teach Kindergarten through 6th grade 👶👧. The subjects she teaches include Language Arts (Reading/Writing) 📝, Math ➗, Science 🔬, and Social Studies 🌍.

ALLISON CARACCIOLO
Allison is an accomplished educator specializing in early childhood education with five years of teaching experience 🧒🎓. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Penn State University 🦁, where she developed a strong foundation in nurturing young minds 🌱. Continuing her commitment to educational excellence 🌟, she obtained a master's degree in curriculum instruction and coaching from Wilkes University 📚🎓.

SAMANTHA SPANN
Ms. Sam is a certified teacher 📚 with six years of experience working with diverse learners. She is also a mental health intern 🧠. She holds both a Master's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree from Trinity International University. Her passion is to support her students both academically and emotionally 💖. Her approach is to meet them where they are 🌟. She emphasizes their strengths 💪 while building upon any areas of weakness 🛠️.

KRISTEN PAULSON
👩‍🎓 Kristen holds a bachelor’s degree in social sciences with an education concentration, and a master’s degree in education specializing in elementary education and English language learners. Her deep love for education started the first time she entered an elementary school classroom when she was a little girl. Before becoming a teacher, she spent many years volunteering and working in schools even when she was still a student herself. Kristen is a licensed teacher in Tennessee where she has seven years of classroom experience teaching first grade, third grade, sixth grade, and English Language Learners of all ages. 🏫📚

ASHLEY HALEY
Ashley is a highly qualified educator with a diverse academic background. She holds a bachelor's degree in Social Work 🎓 and Spanish 📚, a master's degree in Education 🏫 specializing in English Language Learners 🌍, and an Education Specialist degree in School Leadership and Administration 🌟 with a focus on equity in education. 📜 Additionally, she is licensed to teach in Tennessee 🍎 and boasts an impressive 11 years of experience in the field. ✨ Her teaching journey has taken her to various countries including the US 🇺🇸, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Colombia 🇨🇴, enriching her perspective and expertise. 🌟

MARY CARPER
Mary's educational journey is as diverse as it is impressive! 🌟 With a bachelor's degree in biology 🧬 and Spanish 📚, she's got a solid foundation. 🎓 Mary is also equipped with a TESOL teaching certificate 🌍, adding another feather to her cap. 🕊️ Having lived and taught both English and Spanish in the USA 🇺🇸, Spain 🇪🇸, and Colombia 🇨🇴, she's truly a global educator! 🌎 And guess what? This marks her 5th year in the teaching arena! 🎉

CAITLIN TOWNSLEY
Cait is an accomplished educator with a strong academic foundation. She holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in education, specializing in Spanish and English Linguistics & Literature 📚. Additionally, Cait is certified to teach in Pennsylvania 🍎 and holds international certifications in TESOL, AMET, and EBE ✈️. With 12 years of teaching experience under her belt, Cait has taught both English and Spanish 🌍 in various countries including the US 🇺🇸, Spain 🇪🇸, Thailand 🇹🇭, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Mexico 🇲🇽. In addition to her language expertise, she also offers beginner Italian and study skills courses for online learners.

ALEX PANTAZI
🎓 Alex Pantazi is a certified teacher originally from near Chicago, USA. He graduated from Illinois State University with degrees in music education and music performance. After teaching high school music for one year in the United States, he moved to Spain to teach English, his native language. He taught in primary schools there for four years. Spain is also where Alex solidified his Spanish.📚🎶 Whether it be English, Spanish, or music, Alex loves helping students learn so they can become more genuinely confident and powerful in their own lives.

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kristen Paulson
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ms. Sam
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Marissa Cheney
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Alex Pantazi
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ashley Haley
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
Connecticut Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Moira Gilmore
Master's Degree in Education from Lipscomb University
Kristen Paulson
Master's Degree in Psychology from Trinity International Universty
Ms. Sam
Master's Degree in Elementary Education from University of Saint Joseph
Marissa Cheney
Master's Degree in Education from Lipscomb University
Ashley Haley
Master's Degree in Education from Central Connecticut State University
Moira Gilmore
Master's Degree in Education from Wilke's University
Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
Kristen Paulson
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Trinity International Universty
Ms. Sam
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University
Marissa Cheney
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Illinois State University
Alex Pantazi
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Lipscomb University
Ashley Haley
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Shippensburg Univeristy
Caitlin Townsley-Olvera
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Marian University
Mary Carper
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Southern Connecticut State University
Moira Gilmore
Please see our teacher bios above for specifics on your teacher.

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