Mandy H.
Private tutor in Hendersonville, NC
Education
Bluffton University - BA, English , University of Dayton - MA, English
Experience
English Teacher, Lake House Academy, August 2012-May 2013 Hendersonville, NC Developed strong classroom procedures, management, and relationship building techniques Implemented long-term plans, unit plans, and lesson plans focused on developing a love of reading and writing based on Common Core Standards for English, Reading, and Writing Collaborated with a team of teachers to develop and foster a school culture of achievement Collaborated with school therapists in order to build and maintain meaningful relationships with students English Teacher, Pritzker College Prep, August 2010-May 2012 Chicago, IL Led one hundred 10th grade Classic Literature and Composition to 3 points growth on the end of year English PLAN during the 2010-2011 school year Nominated for the Teach for America Sue Lehmann award for excellence in teaching Developed text based long-term plans, unit plans, and lesson plans targeted towards meaningful writing and critical thinking based on College Readiness Standards for English, Reading, and Writing Formed relationships with students and their families in order to keep them on track for learning through conferencing with students and their parents and collaborating with fellow teachers and influencers Cadre Substitute Teacher, Chicago Public Schools, September 2009-June 2010 Chicago, IL Managed grades pre-K-twelfth and content ranging from secondary English to Painting and Design. Developed strong in the moment classroom management strategies and relationship building techniques. Collaborated with other teachers in schools to develop applicable lesson plans or classroom activities as well as to gain knowledge of the classroom and school procedures. Teaching Assistant, University of Dayton, August 2007-May 2009 Dayton, OH Planned, developed, and implemented daily lesson plans for undergraduates enrolled in English 101 and 102. Taught composition to college freshmen and organized small group activities based on readings. Assessed student papers throughout the term and held conferences with individual students.
Availability
Weekdays after 7PM, Weekends in the afternoon
Can Meet
Up to 30 minutes away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
I enjoy cooking, baking, hiking, reading, and running. I love spending time with my son and watching movies.
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