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Ayana M.
Private tutor in Austin, TX
Education
Virginia Commonwealth U - BS, Sociology/Anthropology , American University - MA, Sociology/Education
Experience
"A human being does not attain his full heights until he is educated." – Horace Mann. This quote has deep meaning for me as an educator and articulates why I am passionate about teaching and learning. Having studied Sociology and Anthropology (BS) at Virginia Commonwealth University and Sociology and Education (MA) at American University in Washington, DC, I knew that education- both formal and informal- would become my life. I began my career as a special education teacher through the organization Teach for America in 1999. More than a decade and a half later, I continue to teach, manage programs, and specialize in educating both children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Through my work in teaching students who had the greatest learning needs, I truly believe everyone can and will learn- it’s all about finding the right strategy! I pride myself in being tenacious enough to never give up on any child or adult I have taught. Using real world examples, manipulatives and tactile materials, and total physical response I personalize the learning experience whether teaching 2nd graders place value or analytical writing for the GRE. I have a special place in my heart for reading, English/Language Arts, and verbal reasoning. I am an avid traveler having lived in southern Africa and the United Kingdom; I have visited over 20 countries from Russia to Australia. Asia is my next summer destination! In my spare time I coach elementary soccer, take a range of dance classes, listen to live music in Austin, and consider myself quite a chef (my specialty is cupcakes.) I look forward to instilling my passion for education in YOU!
Subject Expertise
English, Essay Editing, GED, IB Social and Cultural Anthropology SL, Other, Phonics, PSAT Critical Reading, PSAT Writing Skills, Reading, Social Sciences, Sociology, Special Education, Test Prep, Writing