All Tutors

Tutor’s Name: Cindy Bedingfield
Business Name: Educational Tutoring Service
Address: P.O. Box 2260, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 399-0552
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Synopsis:

• All History, Government, English, Reading, Literature.
• Spanish I and Russian I.
• Basic science.
• Social Studies.
• Lessons are 1 hour in length.

Cost: $20.00 per lesson, one to three times a week.

Tutor’s Name: Sally Cassano
Business Name:
Address: P.O. Box 2463, Soldotna, AK 99669
Phone: 260-5241
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Synopsis:

• I teach written and conversational Spanish.
• This includes understanding conjugation of verbs, the Spanish alphabet and correct pronunciation and spelling of vocabulary.
• Testing will consist of sentence structure, spelling words, verb conjugation and verbal pronunciation of Spanish language.
• Materials used are: 501 Spanish Verbs Book, Spanish/English dictionary, and voice.
• Progress in learning a foreign language is measured greatly by the students desire and fortitude.
• Lessons are 1 hour in length.

Cost: $20.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Challenger Learning Center
Business Name: Challenger Learning Center
Address: 9711 Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, AK 99611
Phone: 283-2000
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Synopsis:

• KPBSD Grade Level Expectations for grades K - 8 in science, some for technology and math.
• Methodology is hands on, inquiry based STEM instruction.
• Lesson materials are adapted from or aligned with NASA, Project Wild, and other proven state, national or on-line curricula.
• Students are given a pre-assessment at the beginning of a unit. At the conclusion, students are given the same questions as a post-assessment and the number of correct answers compared.
• Assignments completed in class are reviewed for accuracy and discussed with the student.
• A homework/family activity is assigned each week to compliment the lesson plan. These are returned and discussed the following week.
• Lessons vary in length, and times per week.

Cost: Varies.

Tutor’s Name: Mark Chase
Business Name:
Address: 13670 Oakwood St., Seward, AK 99664
Phone: 224-3261
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Synopsis:

• Will tutor in Math, Spanish, English and tailor program/method to students needs.
• Lesson times are flexible.
• Please contact for more information.

Cost: Varies.

Tutor's Name: Maria Chythlook
Business Name: Signs of Brilliance
Address:P.O. Box 540,Kasilof, AK 99610
Phone: 252-7574
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Website: www.signsofbrilliance.com

Synopsis:

• Multiple subjects.
• Require student to provide instructional materials.
• I will research and provide additional materials as necessary.
• Lessons are 30 minutes to an hour as needed.
• Please visit website for more information:

Cost: Varies - visit website and mention school discount!

Instructor’s Name: Vikki Deadrick
Business Name: Lifeskills ASL Tutoring
Address: PO Box 3224, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 299-0818
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Synopsis:

• Lessons are for all children ages 3-12 who need to achieve grade level competency & understanding in reading and/or better communication skills. We all sight read. ASL is another connection to aid in developing sight reading skills for life. You will see improvment after the very first lesson.
• Lessons will also help Special Education students achieve success in better communication with others + sight reading skills.
• Lessons are also available for "Mommy & Me" classes for babies 6 to 18 months with Mommy.
• Use ASL dictionary & Signing Internet program (class use only).
• Handouts & age-appropriate books for class & home practice.
• Teaching silhouette shape identifying emergency reading words (for those with limited to no reading abilities).
• Will learn the following:
  • Alphabet & numbers.
  • Spelling & Dolche Word Lists Pre-K to 3rd, as age-appropriate.
  • Basic vocabulary & everyday words.
  • Grammar & idioms in sentence structure.

Lessons are 60 minutes, once a week with parent present at least 3 out of 4 lesson days.

Cost: $40.00 per hour.

Instructor’s Name: Shona DeVolld
Business Name: DeVolld Consulting
Address: Soldotna, AK 99669
Phone: 260-8474
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Website: www.devolld.net

Synopsis:

• In-Class Course Options
• Option One
  • “Technical Writing and Test Prep” – September 18th to October 25th
  • “World Literature” – January 22nd to February 28th
• Option Two
  • “College Preparatory Writing I” – November 6th to December 13th
  • “College Preparatory Writing II” – March 26th to May 2nd
• Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30-2:30 for six weeks.
• Students will complete at least 67.5 of hours of instruction and assignments to receive one semester of high school Language Arts credit per six week session.
• Students will be assigned 5-6 hours of homework each week.
• Connections’ vendor direct payment form may be used for tuition.
• Tuition is $390.00 per six week session.
• Online Courses Available
  • Composition
  • American Literature
  • World Literature
• These classes may be started at any time after September 18th, but must be completed by May 2nd.
• Students will complete at least 67.5 of hours of instruction and assignments to receive one semester of high school Language Arts credit per class.
• No special programs are needed-just Internet, Word, and email.
• Connections’ vendor direct payment form may be used for the $300.00 tuition.
• Allotment will be billed when the class is started.

Cost: See website for details.

Instructor's Name: Brenda K. Dolma
Business Name: Seastar Educational Services
Address: 4276 Shirley Ct., Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 235-6517
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Synopsis:

• Certified teacher in Biology and Home Economics.
• Individualized science instruction that aligns with state standards and grade level expectations.
• Regular assessment using a variety of methodologies.
• Progress is determined by a variety of assessment techniques used to measure student progress relevant to the objectives studied.
• Lessons are 1 to 2 hours weekly.

Cost: Lessons are $30.00 per hour.

Instructor's Name: Kathy East
Business Name: Kathy's Custom Tutoring
Address: 1610 Silver Pines Rd., Kenai AK 99611
Phone: 395-7268
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Synopsis:

• Math- K through Calculus. Will work with student's curriculum or I can provide materials.
• Science - Chemistry & Physics.
• Reading - Any level.
• Lessons are 1 hour in length as many times as needed.

Cost: $25.00 per hour.

Tutor's Name: Jack Hamik
Business Name:
Address: 4002 Kachemak Way, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 235-2564
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Synopsis:

• Tutoring available for general mathematics, including algebra I & II, trigonometry and geometry.
• Will teach to classroom standards with connections to professional and career standards.
• Will teach out of student's texts and texts of my own and material that deals with subject matter and pertinent applications.
• Mastery of learning techniques.
• Materials will include those used in classroom, and where appropriate, those used in actual applications, including squares, triangles, dividers, tri squares, circles, balls, and straight edge.
• Specialty classroom instructional materials to be supplied by student.
• Teach advanced calculator.
• Lessons are 1 to 2 hours long.

Cost: K - 8th, $25 and hour, 9 - 12th, $30 an hour.

Tutor's Name: Patrice G. Ireland
Business Name: The Teach
Address: Box 1002, Soldotna, Ak. 99669
Phone: 394-2452
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Synopsis:

• In whatever subject the student is lacking, I will assess where the student is and work from there.
• I will use a variety of methods and materials, according to the students learning style and needs. Periodically, the student will be assessed, either verbally or in written form to see if skills or concepts have been learned.

Cost: $50.00 per lesson.

Tutor's Name: Sally Fisher
Business Name: Sally Fisher Tutoring
Address: 1330 Mission Road, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 235-7592
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Synopsis:

• Focus; students grades 1 - 9 who struggle with math and may score below proficient on Benchmark exams. My goal would be to assist in bringing the student up to proficiency levels.
• Initial conference with parent/student to discuss goals and specific areas of concern.
• I can use curriculum provided by the parent and/or target specific areas of weakness with personalized lessons. Emphasis on State of Alaska standards. I use a variety of manipulative's where needed and frequent review for retention.
• Personalized oral or written quizzes.
• Lessons are 1/2 hour, 2 to 3 times a week.

Cost: $12.50 per lesson + tax.

Tutor's Name: Catherine Gibson
Business Name: Gibson Consulting
Address: 32930 Fair Game St., Sterling, AK 99672
Phone: 260-3486
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Synopsis:

• As a tutor, I would be reinforcing skills taught from school instruction while implementing new strategies for success.
• My area of expertise is Language Arts, which includes Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary building, literature, and writing.
• In the area of Reading I would emphasize the building of reading fluency, decoding, fluency, pronunciation, and comprehension from emergent levels to high school. I teach K - 12 in all subjects.
• Lessons are 45 minutes minimum twice a week.

Cost: 30.00 per lesson. Available from 2pm – 6pm.

Tutor's Name: Janis Kaiser
Business Name:
Address: 29800 Seward Hwy., Seward, AK 99664
Phone: 288-5677
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Synopsis:

• Grades 2 - 5: basic maths including addition, subtractiuon, whole numbers, simple fractions, inproper/proper/mixed fractions, tables, and graphs.
• Grade 6: positive and negative numbers, multiplication and division, including fractions with common/uncommon denominators, decimals relation to fracdtions, measurement.
• Lessons are 4 hours in length once a week.

Cost: Contact for rates.

Tutor's Name: Shanley Kerls
Business Name: The Art of Teaching
Address: 40996 Woodman Lane, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 299-4233
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Synopsis:

• Tutoring for elementary grades (1-5).
• All subjects.
• Teach study skills.
• Test preparation skills.
• 25 years teaching experience.
• Affordable and flexible schedule.

Cost: $20 per hour.

Tutor's Name: Isaac Kolesar
Business Name: Redemption Mixed Martial Arts
Address: Box 1329, Sterling Ak., 99672
Phone: 230-5494
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Synopsis:

• Students will be taught the following:
  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
  • Muay Thai Kick boxing
  • Wrestling
  • Boxing
• Fitness/Nutritional basics.
• The discipline to know when to fight as well as how to deal with bullies in an appropriate way.
• Students will learn self worth, respect, discipline, integrity, honor and how to translate and maintain these values in everyday life.
• Progress is determined by class participation, application, and attitude during class.

Cost: $125.00 monthly. Classes are 3 times a week up to 4 hours per class.

Tutor’s Name: Tina Knutson
Business Name: Tinita's Tutorials
Address: 33190 Skyline Dr., Soldotna, AK. 99669
Phone: 394-2643
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Synopsis:

• I tutor Math through Algebra I, possibly Ablgebra II.
• I also will tutor ESL students. I have taught ESL students for 3 years and Math for 12 years.
• Rates depend on level of tutoring.
• Lessons are 1 to 2 hours in length, 2 to 3 times per week.

Cost: Call for rates.

Tutor’s Name: Emma McCune
Business Name: Edgemere Services
Address: 52895 Lisburne Ave., Kenai, Ak 99611
Phone: 776-5614
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Synopsis:

• Geography: Map skills, important people and places for 4th grade U.S. history & geography.
• Writing: Using 6 + 1 Traits for grade 4.
• Progress is determined by daily assessments, progress tests and written assignments and map skills.
• Lessons are 45 minutes daily.

Cost: $10.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Steve & Tami McShane
Business Name: Skyline Reading & Writing
Address: P.O.Box 1548, Homer, Ak 99603
Phone: 235-1333
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Synopsis:

• Reading: Linda-Mood-Bell reading program. We do a comprehensive diagnostic testing.
  • Phonetic awareness.
  • Word attack skills.
  • Tracking skills.
  • Sight words.
  • Spelling strategies.
  • Visualizing and verbalizing for comprehension.
  • Fluency strategies.
• Writing: Teach 1st Step Writing.
  • Procedure.
  • REports.
  • Exposition.
  • Narrative.
  • Explanation.
  • Recounts.
• Lessons are 1.5 hours, 3-4 times a week.

Cost: $40.00 per hour.

Tutor’s Name: Michael Moore
Business Name: Peninsula Driving Academy
Address: P.O. Box 1268, Sterling, Ak., 99672
Phone: 262-0891
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Synopsis:

• I look at driving as a life skill.
• The style of driving that I encourage is a style that we would live through driving forever, take advantage of every safe opportunity, and never be in the way of any one else.
• My goals in driving are:
  • Get from point A to point B as soon as safely possible, nor so fast we get tickets, or make it more difficult on other drivers and pedestrians.
  • Look for and learn when to take advantage of all safe opportunities.
  • Recognize problems before they become problems.
  • make sure your passengers always feel safe and comfortable.
• Lessons are 6 hours driving and 8 hours classroom time.

Cost: $465.00 for entire class.

Tutor’s Name: Karen Murdock
Business Name: Fritz Creek Educational Services
Address: P.O. Box 1622, Homer, Ak., 99603
Phone: 235-7016
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Synopsis:

• Remedial reading - for students with special needs and general educational students K - 6.
• Instructional materials based on individual assessment and needs.
• Progress monitoring on a monthly basis.
• Lessons are 30 to 60 minutes in length as needed.

Cost: $25.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Kerri Nelson
Business Name: The Study
Address: Box 4655, Soldotna, Ak., 99669
Phone: 262-6227
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Website: The Study

Synopsis:

• I will teach various concepts in a variety of subjects.
• My business is all inclusive teaching an offering reading, math, writing as well as piano.
• The Study offers educational workshops, private tutoring for all age levels, SAT, ACT and HSGQE prep classes, art and piano.
• Please visit us on our website listed above.

Cost: $50.00 an hour, or $500.00 for the workshop.

Tutor’s Name: Gail O'Neill
Business Name: Cornelius Tutoring
Address: Box 15235, Fritz Creek, Ak., 99603
Phone: 235-5390
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Synopsis:

• Tutoring for elementary subjects, grades 1 - 8.
• Especially Language Arts, Social Studies, History and Geography, and Science.
• I try to build on student's learning style and interests.
• I like curriculum development and enjoy bringing in good books and other appropriate supplemental materials to liven up subjects studied.
• Lessons are 1 hour in length, 1 to 3 times a week.

Cost: $20.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Judith Odhner
Business Name:
Address: PO Box 176, Moose Pass, AK., 99631
Phone: 288-3678
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Synopsis:

• Basic cooking skills taught.
• Measuring, nutrition, and sanitation.
• Hands on teaching and instruction.
• Lessons are 90 minutes, twice a week.

Cost: $20 to $30 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Naomi Pettey
Business Name: Naomi's Assistance
Address: 590 Dolchok Lane, Kenai, Ak 99611
Phone: 690-3465
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Synopsis:

• Algebra.
• Pre-algebra.
• Elementary & middle school math.
• Will work alongside the students curriculum to help the student master and retain the concept.
• Will assign extra materials as needed.
• Lessons are about 45 minutes in length, twice a week.

Cost: $22.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Lani Raymond
Business Name: Raymond Tutoring
Address: 41640 Gladys Court., Homer, Ak 99603
Phone: 235-9477
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Synopsis:

• Certified teacher in special education and regular education.
• Reading / Language Arts K - 10th Grade.
  • Orton - Gillingham Phonics / Reading programs: Seeing Stars, Linda Mood Bell, Saxon Phonics, Susan Barton Reading and Spelling.
  • Reading comprehension and fluency: Soar to Success and REad Naturally.
  • Writing.
• Math K - 10th Grade.
  • Trained in Math Their Way, Saxon Math, extensive use of manipulative's when appropriate.
• Main area of expertise is working with dyslexic students.
• Qualified to give Special Ed assessments.
• Initial assessment, ongoing assessments for each skill plus cumulative testing and evaluation of student daily work and projects.
• Lessons are variable.

Cost: Contact for a price.

Tutor’s Name: Annie Ridgely
Business Name: Annie Ridgely's Educational Service
Address: P.O. Box 865, Homer, Ak 99603
Phone: 235-3965
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Synopsis:

• $25 per hour + tax, 1-4 sessions per week, flexible hours, lessons 1 hour in length.
• Special education teacher for five years at middle school.
• Teaching certification: Alaska K-12 Special Education.
• Highly qualified in area of mathematics.
• Tutoring in any or all subjects as requested.
• All age and learning levels.
• Beginning to intermediate mosaic courses.
• Call for more information.

Cost: See above.

Instructor’s Name: Marali Sargeant-Smith
Business Name: Sea of Glass Art Gallery
Address: 2750 Sterling Hiway, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 235-5383
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Synopsis:

• Reading, English, Math, History, Science, Art, Art History.
• Reading/Literature - grades 1 - 12.
• English - grades 1 - 12.
• Math - grades 1 - 6.
• History - grades 1 - 12.
• Science - grades 1 - 6.
• Art - grades 1 - 12.
• Art History - grades 1 - 12.
• Lessons are from 30 minutes to 2 hours in length.

Cost: $25 per hour.

Instructor’s Name: Tylan Schrock
Address: PO Box 2814, Seward, AK 99664
Phone:             (907) 382-5929      
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Instructional experience and length of time in this field; 2 ½ years teaching Omnibus program,
10 years teaching at the adult level

Synopsis: Omnibus History & Literature Courses

Skills to be taught:

• To understand the historical context of major time periods in history form ancient to the modern.
• To use works of literature, including a study of the authors, as a means for understanding the history of a given time period.
• To appreciate great works of literature from major time periods by understanding the literary value, historical context and significance, and impact on western culture and thought.
• The ability to: comprehend macro-level themes and concepts within a work of literature and world views of historical context; use comparative analysis with major themes and concepts amongst and within assigned texts; synthesize and organize themes and concepts into meaningful discussions and essay topics; understand the importance of the major works assigned to the canon of western literature.
• Individual courses include:
  • Omnibus I - Ancient World History I / Ancient Literature I.
  • Omnibus II - Medieval History I / Medieval and Reformational Literature I.
  • Omnibus III - Modern US and British History I / Modern US and British Literature I.
• Evaluation will be based on class discussion and participation. Written short answers to determine comprehension and understanding of a text, its historical context, and its macro level importance and impact.
• Lessons are 2.5 hours a week.

Cost: $30.00 per hour.

Tutor’s Name: Violetta Strait
Business Name: Russian Star
Address: 308 Evergreen St., Kenai, Ak 99611
Phone: 283-9070
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Synopsis:

• I teach student to solve problems, matrices, equations & inequalities with polynomials.
• I teach student to graph linier& quadratic equations& inequalities and to work with powers and roots.
• BYU Algebra II.
• Progress is measured with speed back test after each chapter and the final test after the full program.
• Lessons are 1 hour in length, 3 to 4 times per week.

Cost: $20.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Lyla J Strecker
Business Name: LJS Tutoring Service
Address: 1411 Courtney Dr Kenai, AK 99611
Phone: 252-6580
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Synopsis:

• Tutoring/ instruction is offered in natural sciences, social studies, home economics, reading, and mathematics up to algebra.
• Materials include those offered by student’s parent, along with supplemental materials as deemed necessary.
• Lessons are available 1-3 times per week.

Cost: Lessons vary between 15.00 – 25.00 dollars per hour.

Tutor’s Name: Steve & Jackie Stringham
Business Name: Wild Watch, LLC.
Address: 39200 Alma Ave., Soldotna, Ak 99669
Phone: 260-9059
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Website:

Synopsis:

• Tutoring to fit student needs, following curriculum provided by the parent with supplemental instruction (after consultation with the parent) to meet State of Alaska Performance Standards.
• Free high interest, subject specific supplemental material will be provided as needed.
• Work with parents to accommodate Special Needs curriculum.
• Student progress will be determined using informal and formal testing according to objectives.
• Lessons are 1 hour plus according to need.

Cost: $35.00 per lesson.

Tutor’s Name: Kaci Tauriainen
Business Name:
Address: P.O. Box 7373, Nikiski, Ak 99635
Phone: 252-6675
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Website:

Synopsis:

• I am able to provide instruction and/or tutoring in social studies, math, reading, writing, science, and PE.
• I will use the specified materials and curriculum that are provided, along supplemental materials and individualized lessons.
• I will measure the progress of the skills taught by using pre-tests, homework, rubrics, written tests, oral tests, essays, and other evaluations.
• Lessons are 1 to 2 hours, twice a week, or as often as needed.

Cost: $25 per hour.

Tutor’s Name: Vicki Thompson
Business Name:
Address: 32277 Echo Lake Road, Soldotna, Ak 99669
Phone: 262-1962, 398-2362
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Synopsis:

• Pre Algebra.
• Algebra I.
• Algebra II.
• Entry Geometry & Trigonometry.
• Lessons are 2 hours, twice a week.

Cost: $10 to $20 per hour.

Tutor’s Name: Camille Turner
Business Name: Camille's Class
Address: PO Box 228, Homer, AK 99603
Phone: 399-6997
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Synopsis:

• Highschool Marine Biology.
• Highschool Biology & Chemistry.
• Highschool Algebra & Geometry.
• Middleschool Chemistry & Biology.
• Grades K-10 Reading & Math skills.
• Lessons are 30 to 60 minutes in length, 1 to 4 times per week.

Cost: $30 per hour.