Heather D.
Private tutor in Harleysville, PA
Education
• Montgomery County Community College transferred to West Chester University and earned bachelors degree Elementary Education with a reading minor. (136 credits) GPA: 3.729 Dean's List
Experience
The most rewarding feeling is to see a child finally grasp a concept that seemed foreign to them and possibly unreachable. I want to be that guide and encourager that can help a child succeed in areas of academic weaknesses and instill confidence in them that can be everlasting. Student Teaching: Bridle Path Elementary School, Lansdale, PA Cooperating Teacher- Joanne Chiachetti University Supervisor- Mr. Alex Stefanelli Work Experience: Exceptional Learning 209 Schwenk Rd Perkiomenville, PA 18074-9783 Therapist for children with autism, down syndrome, and emotional issues May 2010-Current •Helped children meet their IEP goals in school and camp settings •Was flexible with working with children with different needs •Suggested new ideas for meeting IEP goals •Encouraged children to meet their goals in a caring manner International Institute for Behavioral Development 1044 Runaway Drive Pennsburg, Pa 18073 Therapist November 2010-August 2011 •Helped an autistic girl meet her IEP goals •Took her out into the community to complete volunteer work, run errands, go to the gym, etc. •Gave input and advice at IEP meetings North Penn YMCA- Indian Valley Branch 890 Maple Avenue Harleysville, PA 19438-1032 Swim Instructor and Lifeguard June 2004-August 2008 •Planned and taught swimming lessons to children of all ages and at different levels •Taught children with disabilities how to swim •Taught adults how to swim •Trained peers how to teach swimming lessons Ensured safetey of swimmers by lifeguarding the pool Henning's Market 290 Main Street Harleysville, PA 19438 Meadowbrook Florist Florist August 2007-Current •Work with customer service •Price gift items •Process flowers •Make floral arrangements •Decorate the gift shop Variety Club Camp and Developmental Center PO Box 609 Worcester, PA 19490 Swim Instructor, lifeguard, and assistant basketball coach September 2003-August 2005 •Taught children with disabilities how to swim •Ensured safetey of swimmers by lifeguarding the pool •Taught aquatice aerboic classes for children with disabilities •Volunteered as an assistant basketball coach for children with disabilities Qualifications: • Elementary degree with a reading minor • 8+ years of working with children with disabilities • 5+ years of experience in customer service Affiliations • Member of the WCUPA Alpha Upsilon Alpha Reading Honor Society. 2010-2011
Availability
Mon/Wed/Fri after 4PM
Can Meet
Up to 10 minutes away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
I love playing sports, photography, working out, drawing, interior decorating, and watching movies.
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