I am a first grade teacher from Iowa eager to help your child!

My name is Elena, and I am a first-grade teacher in suburban Iowa. I hold a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in K?8 mathematics, K?8 reading, and 5?8 algebra. Prior to entering the classroom, I served as a one-on-one reading tutor for elementary-aged students, where I provided targeted instruction in the core components of literacy: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. This experience strengthened my ability to differentiate instruction and meet... Read More >>