Steven R.
Private tutor in Oakland, CA
Education
Steven A. Reaves 854 Hilldale Avenue Berkeley, CA 94708 (415) 975 1859 reavessa2011@gmail.com Professional Goal Highly experienced and passionate certified and trained tutor, with experience in creating a safe, comfortable, and collaborative learning environment in which strategies are implemented to meet the learning needs of all students! Experience August 2014 - PRESENT Oakland Unified School District, Oakland, California - Educational Specialist/Co-Teacher Creating and implementing individual instruction tailored to meet the specific learning needs of the child Implementing one-to-one instruction Administering formative and summative assessments Constructing educational reports Communicating regularly with parents and other general education teachers Co-teaching World History, US History, English 2, English 3, American Government, Economics, Senior Research Projects to high school students Connecting students with related services in the school and in the community August 2013-June 2014 Stars High School- Special Education Teacher for a Counseling-Enriched Classroom Creating and implementing individual instruction tailored to meet the specific learning needs of the child Giving one-to-one instruction Administering formative and summative assessments Constructing educational reports Communicating regularly with parents Teaching all general education subjects to students from ages 12 to 18 August 2005-June 2007 Monte Diablo Unified School District - Special Education Creating and implementing individual instruction tailored to meet the specific learning needs of the child Promoting one-to-one instruction Administering formative and summative assessments Constructing educational reports Communicating regularly with parents and general education teachers Teaching all general education subjects to students from ages 5 to 8. Worked with students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism Connecting students with related services in the school and in the community Education Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota- Majored in Educational Leadership Participated in educational research on best instructional strategies for effective one-to-one learning Building effective teamwork among all educational stakeholders Discovering ways to empower students to enjoy learning, to foster ownership and self-advocacy To integrate proven study habits into their routine University of the Pacific - Master of Arts, Special Education May 1988 Developing and implementing lesson plans for one-to-one instruction Tailoring instruction to meet the learning needs and preferences for all student Creating a learning environment to enhance learning for all students Implementing one-to-one learning in reading, math and writing Skills Deliver individualized instruction tailored to meet the child’s needs Create a safe, comfortable, and collaborative learning environment Communicate well with parents and teachers Incorporate problem-solving and critical thinking Assist with goal-setting Experience with developing creative assignments to enrich learning Develop transition plans, in which goals for education and employment are incorporated and supported Assist students with financial aid options and scholarships Assist students with finding “good fit” colleges which matches interests and goals Facilitate group tutoring
Experience
I, Steven Reaves, am highly experienced and passionate about supporting young people. I graduated from one of the top private universities in California, the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. I am an expert in the field of Special Education, one-to-one instruction, individualized education plans, and differentiated learning to meet the individual needs of all students. I have been teaching for over 16 years. I am presently a full-time special educator, educational specialist and co-teacher in a Bay Area high school. Throughout my professional school career, I thrived to work with the whole student, addressing content area, executive functioning, learning differences, and motivation. As a special educator, I created a multitude of individualized education plans for many students. In creating these plans, I focused on assessing each student’s strengths and weaknesses and providing relevant and positive supports. Within these plans, goals are created to address the following areas: cognitive, social, and emotional. I have experience with bringing effective strategies into the homes of these families as well. As a case carrier, mentor, and educator for my students, I also led and facilitated IEP meetings, engaging parents in the process of supporting their child’s learning needs. Furthermore, I communicated with parents regarding academic and social/emotional progress on a regular basis. Moreover, I make referrals to community services which may benefit the student in reaching his/her academic goals and the parents in better supporting their child. As an educator, I always strive to go the extra mile to connect with all my students and to create respectful and productive students with them! I am a lifelong learner who takes pride in his work. Therefore, I strive to be a part of a community of lifelong learners who also take pride in their work!!!
Subject Expertise
ADD7th Grade math7th Grade Reading7th Grade Writing8th Grade math8th Grade Reading8th Grade Writing9th Grade math9th Grade Reading9th Grade WritingAlgebra 1Algebra 26th Grade WritingADHDCreative WritingElementary AlgebraElementary MathEnglishESL/ELLIntermediate AlgebraPublic SpeakingUS HistoryWorld HistoryWriting2nd Grade Writing11th Grade Writing10th Grade Reading10th Grade Writing11th Grade Reading12th Grade Reading12th Grade Writing1st Grade math1st Grade Reading1st Grade Writing2nd Grade math2nd Grade ReadingArithmetic3rd Grade math3rd Grade Reading3rd Grade Writing4th Grade math4th Grade Reading4th Grade Writing5th Grade math5th Grade Writing5th Grade Reading6th Grade math6th Grade Reading
Availability
Saturday after 1PM, Sunday after 9AM, Monday after 7PM, Tuesday after 7PM, Friday after 7PM
Can Meet
Up to 1 hour away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I enjoy listening to music, everything from R&B to electronic dance music to a little country music. I have a habit of breaking out into song, when the conversation inspires me. Most people I laugh a lot, that I laugh at pretty much everything! I'm addicted to Facebook and instagram as well. I love singing, and taking selfies of myself, while I'm singing. Oh, I am a true Netflix junkie.
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