Middle Grades Science Tutor
and other skills for Middle Schoolers
with John Young
Primary Services:
All levels of middle grade science instruction
Sessions catered to the needs of each student
Supplemental curriculum materials available
Flexible scheduling
Small group instruction available
Standardized science test prep
Math assistance also available
Qualifications:
29 years of teaching middle grade science
16 years of teaching gifted students
Served on district curriculum planning teams to design scope and sequence
20 years as school level Science Fair Coordinator
Designed standardized science test prep
Certified in Florida for science grades 5 through 9
Executive function assistance:
Organizing materials
Developing an agenda
Time management
Goal setting and self monitoring
Self advocacy
Note taking and study skills
Awareness of self and others
Adapting to internal and external change
For homeschoolers:
Middle grade science curriculum design
Individual tutoring
Group instruction
Standardized science test prep
The middle grades are a crucial time in the development of a child. They occur during the transition from child to teen. These are the years during which habits are formed. Upon entering the middle grades, each child should know how to read and write, and to perform basic math. Next, they need to begin learning how to use these skills to create successful outcomes in all areas. They know how to tell time and read a calendar. The next associated skill is to use these for time management.
After teaching middle school for 29 years, I've learned that the most important skills are how to use the basic skills from elementary school to become a successful high school student. Students must learn to organize their materials and time to accomplish the current task while being cognizant of the next tasks. All of this without becoming overwhelmed.
Pacing for success: Look around. Look ahead. Take one step that leads to the next. KEEP GOING! It's okay to ask for help.