20 Fruita Tutors

Hello, my name is Jennifer and I am a dedicated and experienced teacher who specializes in teaching English Language Arts in the elementary grades. I have a Masters in Education with an emphasis in Reading and Writing. I have been a teacher for seventeen years in the classroom and have spent many years tutoring. My goal is to inspire each student to achieve to the best of their abilities. I believe all students can be successful giving the right environment and taught the necessary skills and... ... More

I am proud to be National Board Certified Teacher who is experienced and successful in the elementary classroom. I would like the opportunity to strengthen, if not diminish, your child's weaknesses in relation to math, literacy, study skills, as well as test- taking strategies. I understand the importance of teaching to the Colorado State Common Core Standards and preparing your child to be able to demonstrate their proficiency in the classroom and beyond. As an educator, I believe it t... ... More

I love tutoring and my approach is three-fold. First, I help each person learn how to become more successful and independent lifelong learners. Second, each student should complete their assignments as much as possible before each session so we can identify and focus on specific trouble spots. Third, I work within the framework and scope of their primary mathematics teacher to supplement and augment what is happening in the classroom. I have experience as a nationally certified tutor, tuto... ... More

I have taught elementary education for the last 5 years. For one of those years I taught at a Waldorf charter school implementing the Waldorf curriculum. I feel that one-on-one instruction is the most beneficial for student success in the core content areas. All students can succeed and with support and individualized instruction, students can achieve their maximum potential. In my work with students, I have aided them in fostering a sense of personal confidence and a strong work ethic. I can... ... More

I have Aspergers. I was diagnosed at 19 and invited to be part of a clinical study in which I would live 24/7 in a laboratory while being observed by multiple scientists. I declined the study and determined to learn as much as possibly about autism spectrum disorders. My own personal experience and research has provided me unique insight into the "disorder" and I believe I can help students and adults who have been diagnosed, or who have self-diagnosed. I co-majored in elementary and special education. ... More

I taught four years in public schools in Utah and Texas. I have a degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Reading and Spanish/Foreign Language. I have experience working with special Ed and IEP students. I have taught my own two children to read before Kindergarten. I have experience teaching ESL children at the Elementary level and I have tutored elementary-age and middle-school aged children in Spanish. I lived in Ecuador for 16 months from 1998 to 2000. I believe that an... ... More