Passionate educator with expertise in reading comprehension and phonics instruction. Committed to making a meaningful impact by implementing effective tutoring strategies and maintaining accurate progress tracking for diverse student needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Broadview Heights, Ohio
02.2019 - Current
Conduct one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions for K-12 grade students in reading comprehension strategies, fundamentals of English grammar, study skills, the writing process, and specific skills and strategies necessary for the ACT and SAT
Keep accurate records and provided progress reports to highlight achievements
Teach note-taking techniques and test strategies
In-School "High Dosage Tutoring" Reading Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Cleveland-Area Schools, OH
09.2023 - 11.2025
Assessed student reading comprehension and phonics skill levels to identify individual learning needs
Instructed students on strategies for decoding unfamiliar words using phonics principles
Maintained accurate records of attendance and progress reports
Implemented lesson plans with specific strategies to help students improve their reading comprehension skills
Worship Leader/Music Director
Scranton Road Bible Church
Cleveland , OH
02.2014 - 12.2018
Led weekly worship services, engaging congregation through music and prayer
Planned worship schedules and coordinated rehearsals, ensuring musicians and vocalists prepared effectively
Developed worship set lists that aligned with sermon themes and church calendar
Exam Preparation Coordinator/Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Mentor, OH
07.2011 - 08.2014
Planned lessons for all students preparing for the OAA, OGT, ISEE, ACT, and SAT.
Instructed students in reading, writing, and study skills strategies
Assistant Director
Sylvan Learning Center
Mansfield, OH
08.2010 - 05.2011
Oversaw the education of all enrolled students
Administered diagnostic assessments
Conducted conferences with parents and communicated with school teachers regarding student goals and progress
Substitute Teacher
Mansfield-Area Schools
Mansfield, OH
09.2009 - 04.2011
Taught all grades and subjects according to plans created by teachers
Education
Master Of Arts (MA) - Education
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mansfield, OH
12-2009
Bachelor Of Arts (BA) - English
The Ohio State University
Mansfield, OH
03-2005
Skills
Reading comprehension
Phonics instruction
Test preparation
Progress tracking
Instructional feedback
Patience and empathy
Reading level analysis
Effective Communication
Certification
7-12 English Language Arts Resident Educator License