Hello, my name is Mrs. Spinner and I've been teaching middle school English for over 21 years on Long Island. I'm certified to teach grades 7-12 English Language Arts with my Master's Degree in Special Education. (read more)
...Whenever I'm teaching something to a student, whether it be basic sentence composition or complex literary theories, it is important to me that we discuss not only the "how" but also the "why." I will always go into detail on how the student can replicate the techniques of our lessons while study... (read more)
...I have had several years of experience teaching and tutoring students in a variety of settings, and I like being able to tailor my lessons to each students needs. I am also a life-long learner, and it is rewarding to refresh my understanding of old concepts while working with my students. Thank... (read more)
...I love helping students engage in different modalities of thinking and interacting by using novel activities and methods to encourage their agency and passion for learning. My goal is to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to succeed, so I always w... (read more)
...Wilson/Orton Gillingham is a multisensory reading program that targets phonics, spelling, and comprehension. It is extremely beneficial for those students with dyslexia and those with decoding difficulties. I also teach the Fundations program which is a phonics-based program for younger children. (read more)