Literacy

My mission is to foster a love for reading in young learners and empower them to independently use their own strengths to become confident and proficient readers.

Drawing from 10 years of teaching and reading instruction, I offer a range of comprehensive literacy services tailored to meet the unique needs and learning styles of your child. Through the Orton-Gillingham approach, I provide structured literacy instruction in the following areas:

Phonemic Awareness: building a strong foundation is essential, and I specialize in delivering systematic instruction in phonics by incorporating multisensory techniques, guiding your child to master letter-sound relationships, decoding, and word recognition.

Fluency Development: I employ various techniques such as repeated reading, sight word practice, and guided oral reading to enhance your child's reading fluency. We focus on accuracy, speed, and expression to build confidence and proficiency.

Reading Comprehension: I work closely with your child to enhance their reading comprehension skills. Through engaging activities and targeted strategies, we delve into understanding texts, making connections, and developing critical thinking abilities.

Writing Skills: Strong writing skills are vital for academic success. I guide your child through the writing process, including brainstorming, organizing thoughts, grammar and mechanics, and editing and revising. Together, we can nurture their ability to express ideas clearly and creatively.

Beginning Spanish

We introduce age-appropriate vocabulary and grammar concepts, focusing on building a solid foundation. Through interactive exercises, games, and real-life examples, your child will expand their vocabulary, grasp grammar structures, and develop correct usage of the Spanish language.

Lessons are heavily reliant on speaking and listening and are tied to real life situations via song, games, and videos. Instruction is tied to learning about the cultural and linguistic backgrounds of various Spanish-speaking communities.

Math

Students will receive math instruction and supplemental support that focuses on multi-modal methods of learning. Students play an active role in their math understanding and development. I can provide instruction and supplemental practice in the following:

Conceptual Understanding: I will guide students to develop a deep understanding of foundational math through hands-on activities, visual representations, and real-life examples to help them grasp fundamental concepts. This ensures that your child doesn't just memorize procedures, but truly understands the "why" behind the math.

Number Sense and Operations: Mastering numbers and operations is crucial for mathematical proficiency. I provide targeted instruction to enhance your child's number sense, including counting, place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. I use a variety of manipulatives and strategies to build their fluency and problem-solving skills.

Math Fact Fluency: Quick and accurate recall of math facts is essential. Instruction will include interactive methods and games to make math facts practice fun and engaging. This will help your child develop automaticity with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, ensuring they can apply these skills confidently.

Problem Solving: I focus on developing strong problem-solving skills that go beyond mere computation. Students will be presented with real-world problems, challenging them to analyze, strategize, and think critically. I guide them through problem-solving techniques, helping them become confident mathematical thinkers.

Sunnyside Education recognizes the demands of parent life and busy schedules, so flexible tutoring sessions are offered to accommodate your needs. Whether your child requires ongoing support or occasional assistance, I can help you at a time that suits you best.