Early Literacy and Writing (nursery through early grades)

From 51 £ /h

Early Literacy is fundamental for preparing students for primary school and beyond -- creating developmentally appropriate, structured, and fun lesson plans to support literacy can have an outsize impact in instilling a joy of learning and a sense of confidence in early readers. With a background in English Literature and teaching, I specialize in early learners and students for whom reading may feel intimidating. I will provide worksheets, activities, games, and work with parents to learn about what activities and topics are the most engaging for their student.

Extra information

Class will include flashcards, games, and worksheets -- let me know what materials you have on hand (pencils, markers, etc), and I will furnish whatever else is needed

Location

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Around Battersea, United Kingdom

Around London, United Kingdom

About Me

I am a passionate early learning educator and chess player. I have experience as a preschool teacher, as a learning aide for neurodivergent students, and as a tutor for students 3-12. I was a competitive chess player and have experience teaching chess for beginners and students.

Education

Bachelors of English Literature, summa cum laude, University of Pittsburgh
Bachelors of Political Science, summa cum laude, University of Pittsburgh
Currently, MSc Psychology, University of Birkbeck

Experience / Qualifications

3 years experience as a competitive chess player and children's chess coach
5 years of experience as an early childhood educator and reading specialist
Additional experience working with neurodiverse students

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

English

Reading

Elementary school level

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At student's home

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Tue

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08-12

12-16

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20-24

Chess for Beginners: Early Gameplay, Fundamental Strategy

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Chess is an engaging strategy game that supports and strengthens different cognitive fields; pattern recognition, calculation, planning and problem solving, and memory. Chess practice has been identified as a protective factor against dementia by health researchers, and it can provide a distinct form of mental engagement for those who haven't played before. Beyond its health and cognitive benefits, chess is fun! It is engaging and easy to learn, but hard to master. If you are interested in learning the fundamentals of chess, and developing a sense of strategy, I can teach online or in person. If you are someone who understands the fundamentals, and is looking for someone to practice with, and to analyze patterns of gameplay, we can do that too! My goal is to make chess fun, easy to understand, and something you can use as a way to develop a variety of skills!

I’m currently studying for a Master’s degree in Psychology, with a special focus on working with children and adolescents. As a child, chess was a large part of my development, and helped me to strengthen my focus, critical thinking,and problem-solving. I am eager to share this experience with you, and to help you or your student become a confident chess player!

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