Ronnie L.
Private tutor in White Rock, Canada
Education
I graduated from a French university in Quebec with a major in ESL and minor in secondary education. I studied French and Spanish at UBC prior to moving to Quebec to continue my language studies. I have taken Orton Gillingham courses as Barton courses for teaching reading and spelling to dyslexic students. In addition to my B.Ed., I have a certificate in technical writing from SFU, courses in speech writing and document creation for computer systems and procedures. While working as a technical writer, I took numerous courses in best writing practices for the web, including the internationally recognized Infomapping course. I am 4 courses short of a certificate in Human Resource management from BCIT.
Experience
I have tutored French and ESL students of all ages for more than 30 years in the Lower Mainland. Prior to becoming a private tutor, I taught ESL to adults for over 10 years for the Richmond school board. After leaving my teaching job, I worked as a technical writer for 18 years creating clear and concise end user documentation for mainframe computer systems. I am currently accepting new students who need help with their English, and French grammar and pronunciation. I also look forward to tutoring dyslexic students of all ages to help them to improve their spelling or reading. I have developed games to teach most elementary and middle-school subjects using hands-on and visual elements so they are accessible to all learners. I am currently engaged part time teaching elementary school aged learners with dyslexia. Essentially regardless of what I am teaching, I want my students to be comfortable in expressing themselves freely and enjoy their learning. I hope to inspire them to explore further what we study and more. I adapt my lessons to the needs of each of my students to help them reach their goals.
Availability
Tues/Thurs after 7PM, Friday after 7PM, Monday after 6PM, Saturday after 2PM
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
In addition to loving languages and working with my students, I am an avid reader and have an interest in a broad number of subjects, in particular, current events, history and languages. I enjoy travelling and soaking up the culture and history of the places I visit. I have worked as a volunteer with Meals on Wheels, the United Way, the Learning Disabilities Association of Surrey, Options and Progressive Intercultural community Services (PICS).
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