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Alicia

K-6th Academic tutor with Special Ed. Experience

I am Alicia Forrest. I have been a special educator for over 12 years in grades K-6. My students have ranged from needing simple modification to having moderate autism. I am accustomed to fitting my instruction methods to each individual student. I have successfully used picture communication, sign language, and token exchange systems, among other techniques to encourage learning. I enjoy teaching through hands on activities and experiments that help students create their own understanding of...

handwriting


special needs


Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)


autism

I taught various students with autism over my career. I have several techniques and methods for focus and proper behavior. I have taught nonverbal students to use picture schedules and communication, sign language, and approximated language to communicate. I was considered an autism specialist.


grammar


reading


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elementary math


elementary science


elementary (k-6th)


phonics


Adrienne S. from Puyallup, WA

We have only met with her twice so far and she is wonderful to work with. My son is autistic and really likes her. I think this is going to be a VERY rewarding experience. I have to say we have worked with tons of people in the past and she is clearly going to be helpful in our journey!