Syeda A.
Private tutor in San Jose, CA
Education
I received My B.A. in English from Central Connecticut State University. I have a an AMI certification for Assistant Teacher with Montessori Schools.
Experience
Work Experience: City Year- Lee Mathson Middle School - San José, CA Corps Member : Literacy Coordinator 07/13- Current -Created, implemented, and piloted Language Arts curriculum for an extended learning program -Collaborated with English Language Arts teachers to align content across a team of teachers -Tutored 10 intensive students to help all ten students reach grade level benchmark in literacy -Helped students raise their G.P.A. Grades increased from F’s to B’s and C’s -Assisted two students struggling with attendance by creating weekly initiative goals and making phone calls to families to help the school reach an average daily attendance greater than 90% -Facilitated and organized events that showcased students work for the school staff, parents, and community Montessori Magnet School- Hartford, CT 01/13– 07/13 Intern for Hartford Public Schools -AMI Trained Assistant teacher certificate which was earned after internship -Practiced developing reading and writing skills with children from urban communities -Lead everyday tasks with children that help them intellectually, socially, and emotionally -Collaborated with head teacher to create a prepared environment for students to work in comfortably -Observed and documented children’s progress in a classroom I want to be a tutor because I love education. I have a lot of experience in tutoring post graduation and while I was in college. City Year has provided me with a lot of trainings on how to tutor effectively. I like working with children a lot. I plan on being a teacher and this is a great opportunity.
Availability
Weekends at any time, Tues/Thurs after 6PM
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I love to read, dance, do yoga, travel, try new foods and explore cities.
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