Sandi S.

Sandi S.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Casual Tutoring for all students in grades 1-8

  • Education

    • Miami University

      1976 - 1980
      Bachelor of Science Education

      1976-1978 Attended Western College of Miami University1978-1980 Attended Miami University College of Education

    • University of Maryland College Park

      1985 - 1986
      School Counseling
    • Loyola College in Maryland

      1991 - 1993
      Master of Education (MEd) Curriculum and Instruction

      Obtained a Master of Education in Curriuculum and Instruction. Coursework in School Counseling and Science Education.

  • Experience

    • Montgomery County Public Schools

      Feb 1981 - Jul 2013
      Teacher

      As an Elementary School teacher, I have been a classroom teacher in grades 1 through 5. I also held positions as a Curriculum Specialist, Academic Intervention teacher and a Reading Inititative teacher. I have taught in 12 schools within MCPS, in schools across all socio-economic and ethnically diverse populations. I have worked with many special needs students, including highly gifted, learning disabled, emotionally impaired and students with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. I have earned a Master Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, with a focus on School Counseling and Science Instruction. Show less

    • Love To Learn Coaching and Tutoring

      Jun 2007 - Oct 2021
      Private tutor/coach for students in grades 3-7; Executive Function and ADHD Coach ages 8-18

      I tutor students in all subjects in grades 3-7, then continue my support through coaching. I specialize in working with clients with ADHD, Executive Function and other learning challenges. I consult with parents, teachers, doctors, and mental health professionals to support the whole client and their families. Beginning in Grade 8, I coach clients to help manage and achieve their goals. I assist in time management, prioritizing tasks, maintaining focus and building self-confidence to become more self-reliant and successful. Show less

    • Love To Learn ADHD Tutoring

      Jun 2013 - now
      Private Tutor
    • Love to Learn ADHD Coaching and Tutoring

      Jun 2013 - Jun 2023
      ADHD Executive Function Coach and Tutor

      As the sole coach and tutor at Love to Learn ADHD Coaching and Tutoring, I help students of all ages navigate Attention and Executive Function lags with individualized strategies to overcome obstacles to learning. With positive academic and emotional support, students gain confidence to reach their goals. Parent Coaching is essential to support a child's progress. I coach parents to react appropriately to give their child the support they need.

    • Love to Learn Tutoring Service

      Feb 2023 - Jun 2023
      Math tutor

      Math tutoring for students in grades 4 -7.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Advanced Professional Certification

      Department of Education, Maryland
      Feb 1981
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sandi S.
      Special Education Outstanding Educator Mr. and Mrs. Kerness May 2010 Award recieved from MCCPTA Special Education Committee. Nominated by the parents of an Autistic student mainstreamed in my 2nd grade class for giving him "Just the right combination of support and independence to foster his self-confidence without overwhelming him."
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Foster caregiver

      Issued by Montgomery County Humane Society
      Montgomery County Humane SocietyAssociated with Sandi S.
    • volunteer coordinator

      Issued by Georgetown University Hospital Children's ward
      Georgetown University Hospital Children's wardAssociated with Sandi S.
    • Caseworker

      Issued by Make-A-Wsh Foundation
      Make-A-Wsh FoundationAssociated with Sandi S.
    • Counselor

      Issued by Greentree Camp
      Greentree CampAssociated with Sandi S.
    • Sidewalker

      Issued by Great and Small Therapeutic Riding Center on Mar 2019
      Great and Small Therapeutic Riding CenterAssociated with Sandi S.
    • President/Board of Directors

      Issued by Dufief Homeowers Association on Jan 2007
      Dufief Homeowers AssociationAssociated with Sandi S.