Catherine - English tutor - Kailua-Kona
Catherine - English tutor - Kailua-Kona

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Catherine

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  • Response 1h
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Catherine - English tutor - Kailua-Kona

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  • English
  • Reading
  • Literacy

Unlock Reading Success with a Literacy Expert: Phonics, Reading, & Literacy Tutoring by Masters-Educated Coach with 14 Years of Experience!

  • English
  • Reading
  • Literacy

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About Catherine

Welcome to an exciting journey of learning and literacy! My name is Catherine, and I am dedicated to helping young learners develop strong phonics, reading, and literacy skills. With a Masters in Literacy Education and 14 years of teaching experience, I have the expertise and passion to guide your child towards academic success.

Professional and Experienced Educator
As a seasoned educator, I bring a wealth of experience to each tutoring session. My role as a current reading instructional coach further enhances my ability to provide high-quality, effective instruction tailored to your child's needs. I have worked with numerous students, each with unique learning styles, and have successfully helped them achieve their literacy goals.

Engaging and Effective Teaching Methods
My teaching methods are designed to make learning enjoyable and effective. By incorporating kinesthetic learning, songs, chants, and educational games, I ensure that each lesson is engaging and memorable. This approach not only helps students understand and retain concepts but also fosters a love for learning.

Structured and Fun Lessons
A typical lesson with me is a perfect blend of routine and excitement. Your child will benefit from a structured plan that includes warm-ups, main activities, practice sessions, and fun cool-down exercises. This structure helps students know what to expect, while the engaging activities keep them motivated and eager to learn.

Building Strong Relationships
I believe that building strong, positive relationships with my students is key to their success. I create a supportive and encouraging environment where your child feels comfortable and confident. My ability to connect with students and understand their individual needs sets me apart as a tutor.

Tailored for Young Learners
My lessons are specifically designed for young learners in Preschool through 2nd grade. Whether your child is just beginning their literacy journey or needs extra support to improve their reading skills, my personalized approach will help them thrive.

Your child's literacy success is my top priority. With my professional experience, engaging teaching methods, and commitment to building strong student relationships, I am confident that together, we can achieve great things.

Let's embark on this educational adventure together!

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About the lesson

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • SPM
  • +5
  • levels :

    Primary

    Secondary

    SPM

    Form 6

    STPM

    Adult education

    Masters

    Doctorate

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My Approach as a Phonics, Reading, and Literacy Tutor
Teaching Methods and Techniques

As a tutor, I incorporate a variety of engaging methods to ensure that my students enjoy learning and retain the material.

My approach includes:

- Kinesthetic Learning: Using hands-on activities and movement to help students grasp phonics concepts. For example, we might use magnetic letters, tracing in sand, or jumping on letter mats.
- Songs and Chants: Incorporating music and rhythm to make learning fun and memorable. This helps students with phonemic awareness and retention.
- Games: Utilizing educational games to reinforce skills in a playful manner. Games like phonics bingo, word matching, and reading board games keep students motivated and excited to learn.

A Typical Lesson Plan
Each lesson is designed to be structured yet engaging, ensuring that students know what to expect while also keeping their interest piqued. A typical lesson plan includes:

Warm-Up (5-10 minutes): Quick review of previous lessons using songs or chants.
Main Activity (20-25 minutes): Introduction of a new phonics concept through kinesthetic activities and direct instruction.
Practice (15-20 minutes): Engaging games and interactive exercises to practice the new concept.
Cool Down (5-10 minutes): Review of the day's lesson and a fun activity or game to reinforce learning.

What Sets Me Apart
- Experience: With a Masters in Literacy Education and 14 years of teaching experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to each session.
- Building Relationships: I prioritize building strong, positive relationships with my students, creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment.
- Balancing Learning and Fun: I have a proven ability to balance structured learning with fun activities, ensuring that students are engaged and motivated.

Target Audience
My lessons are tailored for young learners in Preschool through 2nd grade. Whether your child is just starting to learn the basics of phonics or needs extra support to improve their reading skills, my personalized approach can help them succeed and develop a love for reading.

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Rates

Rate

  • RM143

Pack rates

  • 5h: RM715
  • 10h: RM1430

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  • RM143/h

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