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Patient and Knowledgeable Elementary Tutor of All Subjects
Sarah B.

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Patient and Knowledgeable Elementary Tutor of All Subjects
Patient and Knowledgeable Elementary Tutor of All Subjects
Sarah B.

4.9 (17 ratings)

266 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.9 (17 ratings)

266 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Sarah

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I have experience both tutoring and teaching. After graduation from Western Michigan University in 2007, I spent 5 years teaching 5th grade all subjects including a specific spelling/vocabulary curriculum and a full grammar program as well as Bible class. After 5 years working for a substitute company, I moved into a preschool position which I later left for another 5th grade position. I have also earned my masters in curriculum and instruction and am currently teaching 6th grade all...

I have experience both tutoring and teaching. After graduation from Western Michigan University in 2007, I spent 5 years teaching 5th grade all subjects including a specific spelling/vocabulary curriculum and a full grammar program as well as Bible class. After 5 years working for a substitute company, I moved into a preschool position which I later left for another 5th grade position. I have also earned my masters in curriculum and instruction and am currently teaching 6th grade all subjects with an emphasis on math and ELA.

My tutoring experience includes students as young as 3rd grade and as advanced as the remedial writing classes for the local community college. I was the sole tutor, 2.5 hours per day, 5 days a week, for a student on the autism spectrum which was eventually followed by a position as a behavior technician for an autism center. Most recently, I have worked with a pre-algebra/geometry student for 2 years.

I find tutoring rewarding as it gives me an opportunity to meet an individual student where they are and take them to the next level of understanding. I love being able to take the time to find what works for each student.

When talking about math, I have worked with Big Ideas, Bob Jones Math, Go! Math, Everyday Math, and Engage NY curricula in my 10+ years of teaching. I also spent some time tutoring a student who was using the Singapore Math program. With each curriculum, a variety of sets of vocabulary and ways of explaining concepts was used. I am able to take pieces of each as well as personal life experiences to explain concepts to struggling students.

I have secured a variety of resources to aid in reading comprehension and writing tutoring but have used primarily novel studies, Purposeful Design (Christian school), and Pearson in my classroom teaching.

I am looking forward to building a tutoring business that meets the needs of local struggling students. I am moving away from classroom teaching to make tutoring more feasible. I can't wait to meet you and help you

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Education

Western Michigan University
Elementary Education
Capella
MEd

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Grammar

Grammar

As a 5th grade teacher I used Shurley Grammar to instruct 5th graders in grammar and writing skills. This program is detailed and structured to deliver excellent grammar instruction that students can assimilate into their writing. I have always been good at grammar and pride myself and my excellent writing skills.

Elementary Education

Common Core,

Common Core

I have used Common Core for all of the years I've worked as a substitute for EDUStaff. I was introduced to the Common Core Big Ideas math curriculum while tutoring a 5th grade student in 2012-2013. I have also attended professional development meetings for Common Core while subbing at Buchanan Middle School.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been teaching in the elementary setting for more than 10 years. I have had a 5th grade classroom and a 6th grade classroom, but have also taught in long term sub positions for PreK, 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th math, and have done daily or short term positions for every grade level Preschool-11th. I have tutored for math, reading, and writing over the course of 20 years, including a student for whom I offered all core subjects in-home, 5 days a week for 2.5 hrs per day.
Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

Teaching elementary math for 10+ years Tutoring basic math since 1987. Bachelors in elementary education (2007)
Elementary Science,

Elementary Science

As part of my student teaching, I taught a unit on the Rock Cycle (grade 5). I also developed several science units as part of my graduate program. I have been teaching science at the elementary level for 10+ years as a classroom teacher.
Grammar,

Grammar

As a 5th grade teacher I used Shurley Grammar to instruct 5th graders in grammar and writing skills. This program is detailed and structured to deliver excellent grammar instruction that students can assimilate into their writing. I have always been good at grammar and pride myself and my excellent writing skills.
Homeschool,

Homeschool

I have completed a bachelor's program in Elementary Education through Western Michigan University as well as graduate program for Curriculum and Instruction through Capella University. I currently hold a Michigan teaching license and (with one more Praxis test) will be able to be certified in Indiana as well. I have taught 10+ years in an elementary classroom, worked for a substitute teacher company for an additional 5 years, and have tutored in core subjects for 10+ years.
Reading,

Reading

Reading has been an important part of every classroom in which I have worked. I have taught 1st, 5th, and 6th grade reading as well as subbed for all grade levels. I have also tutored in reading for several students over the years.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I have been teaching for 10+ years and have taught vocabulary in my elementary classrooms. I consider myself well read and familiar with common etymology. I have been tutoring for 20+ years.

English

Grammar,

Grammar

As a 5th grade teacher I used Shurley Grammar to instruct 5th graders in grammar and writing skills. This program is detailed and structured to deliver excellent grammar instruction that students can assimilate into their writing. I have always been good at grammar and pride myself and my excellent writing skills.
Reading,

Reading

Reading has been an important part of every classroom in which I have worked. I have taught 1st, 5th, and 6th grade reading as well as subbed for all grade levels. I have also tutored in reading for several students over the years.
Vocabulary,

Vocabulary

I have been teaching for 10+ years and have taught vocabulary in my elementary classrooms. I consider myself well read and familiar with common etymology. I have been tutoring for 20+ years.
Writing

Writing

I have been teaching elementary education, all subjects for more than 10 years. In my 5th grade classroom, I used the Institute for Excellence in Writing and Shurley Grammar programs to teach writing. Now that I am teaching in Indiana, we use the Smekens writing program. Both are excellent standards-based programs. I have tutored students of all ages including the remedial writing classes offered by our local community college.

History

Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I am a lifelong Bible learner. I taught Bible as part of my "all subjects" as a 5th grade teacher at a parochial school, after having been instructed in Bible for K-12. I am also married to a pastor and share in his ministry behind the scenes. I teach a women's Bible study as well.

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been teaching in the elementary setting for more than 10 years. I have had a 5th grade classroom and a 6th grade classroom, but have also taught in long term sub positions for PreK, 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th math, and have done daily or short term positions for every grade level Preschool-11th. I have tutored for math, reading, and writing over the course of 20 years, including a student for whom I offered all core subjects in-home, 5 days a week for 2.5 hrs per day.
Piano,

Piano

I began taking piano lessons at 8 years old. My first college degree was an associate of arts in music with a double concentration in piano and voice. I do not feel qualified to teach advanced lessons but would love to teach beginners the foundational skills of piano and music theory
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I am a certified elementary teacher with a strong math background. I've tutored prealgebra before as well as taught middle school math as a long term sub.
Reading,

Reading

Reading has been an important part of every classroom in which I have worked. I have taught 1st, 5th, and 6th grade reading as well as subbed for all grade levels. I have also tutored in reading for several students over the years.
Writing

Writing

I have been teaching elementary education, all subjects for more than 10 years. In my 5th grade classroom, I used the Institute for Excellence in Writing and Shurley Grammar programs to teach writing. Now that I am teaching in Indiana, we use the Smekens writing program. Both are excellent standards-based programs. I have tutored students of all ages including the remedial writing classes offered by our local community college.

Math

Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I am a certified elementary teacher with a strong math background. I've tutored prealgebra before as well as taught middle school math as a long term sub.

Most Popular

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been teaching in the elementary setting for more than 10 years. I have had a 5th grade classroom and a 6th grade classroom, but have also taught in long term sub positions for PreK, 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th math, and have done daily or short term positions for every grade level Preschool-11th. I have tutored for math, reading, and writing over the course of 20 years, including a student for whom I offered all core subjects in-home, 5 days a week for 2.5 hrs per day.
Piano,

Piano

I began taking piano lessons at 8 years old. My first college degree was an associate of arts in music with a double concentration in piano and voice. I do not feel qualified to teach advanced lessons but would love to teach beginners the foundational skills of piano and music theory
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I am a certified elementary teacher with a strong math background. I've tutored prealgebra before as well as taught middle school math as a long term sub.
Reading,

Reading

Reading has been an important part of every classroom in which I have worked. I have taught 1st, 5th, and 6th grade reading as well as subbed for all grade levels. I have also tutored in reading for several students over the years.
Writing

Writing

I have been teaching elementary education, all subjects for more than 10 years. In my 5th grade classroom, I used the Institute for Excellence in Writing and Shurley Grammar programs to teach writing. Now that I am teaching in Indiana, we use the Smekens writing program. Both are excellent standards-based programs. I have tutored students of all ages including the remedial writing classes offered by our local community college.

Music

Music Theory,

Music Theory

I have taught beginner piano lessons before. I have played piano since I was 8 years old, earned an associates in music with a double concentration in piano and voice, which required two years of music theory beyond what you typically learn as a piano student.
Piano

Piano

I began taking piano lessons at 8 years old. My first college degree was an associate of arts in music with a double concentration in piano and voice. I do not feel qualified to teach advanced lessons but would love to teach beginners the foundational skills of piano and music theory

Other

Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I am a lifelong Bible learner. I taught Bible as part of my "all subjects" as a 5th grade teacher at a parochial school, after having been instructed in Bible for K-12. I am also married to a pastor and share in his ministry behind the scenes. I teach a women's Bible study as well.

Special Needs

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

I tutored a 5th grade student who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder September 2012-October 2013. I also had approximately 6 different ASD clients, ages 4-16, while working at Centria Autism Center March 2017-September 2017.

Sports/Recreation

Cooking

Cooking

I began cake decorating in 4-H at age 8, taught for 4-H for 5+ years, and worked professionally for 2 years before getting my teaching degree, then 4 years off and on throughout my time as a teacher. I am currently working at an upscale bakery as a decorator and still help young people with their 4-H entries throughout the summers.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been teaching in the elementary setting for more than 10 years. I have had a 5th grade classroom and a 6th grade classroom, but have also taught in long term sub positions for PreK, 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th math, and have done daily or short term positions for every grade level Preschool-11th. I have tutored for math, reading, and writing over the course of 20 years, including a student for whom I offered all core subjects in-home, 5 days a week for 2.5 hrs per day.
Piano,

Piano

I began taking piano lessons at 8 years old. My first college degree was an associate of arts in music with a double concentration in piano and voice. I do not feel qualified to teach advanced lessons but would love to teach beginners the foundational skills of piano and music theory
Reading,

Reading

Reading has been an important part of every classroom in which I have worked. I have taught 1st, 5th, and 6th grade reading as well as subbed for all grade levels. I have also tutored in reading for several students over the years.
Writing

Writing

I have been teaching elementary education, all subjects for more than 10 years. In my 5th grade classroom, I used the Institute for Excellence in Writing and Shurley Grammar programs to teach writing. Now that I am teaching in Indiana, we use the Smekens writing program. Both are excellent standards-based programs. I have tutored students of all ages including the remedial writing classes offered by our local community college.

Test Preparation

Common Core

Common Core

I have used Common Core for all of the years I've worked as a substitute for EDUStaff. I was introduced to the Common Core Big Ideas math curriculum while tutoring a 5th grade student in 2012-2013. I have also attended professional development meetings for Common Core while subbing at Buchanan Middle School.

Examples of Expertise

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Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Sarah is absolutely fantastic with my daughters. She is currently tutoring my 4th grader on reading comprehension and my 2nd grader with math. She is so patient and kind. I needed someone who could give my daughters helpful skills and knowledge in the areas they are struggling in, along with the confidence to want to learn more. I highly recommend Sarah B., she is a great fit for our daughters!

Jamie, 27 lessons with Sarah

Patient and thorough instructor

Sarah has recently began working with my middle school son for math. He has never had a tutor before and was apprehensive. Within their first lesson she was able to put him at ease and he is simply thrilled to be working with her. So pleased!!!

Mary, 47 lessons with Sarah

She "gets me"

Reilly says that "Sarah gets me" and knows how to walk me through the lesson rather than overwhelming me. "I feel like I did great at math today!"

Patty, 177 lessons with Sarah
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