About Me

Julie Madsen

The last 3 years I worked in the public schools as a Content Mastery/Resource teacher. Now some of you may think to yourself, "What is a Content Mastery/Resource teacher?" Well, I will tell you. I worked with students that had mild/moderate disabilities. I worked with students that had a Specific Learning Disability (which means they do fine in most subjects, but need help in reading, writing or math), Autism (mild/moderate), Emotional Disturbance, Other Health Impairments (usually kids with ADHD or Dyslexia), Intellectual Impairments/Mental Retardation, Hearing Impairments, Speech Impairments or Communication Disorders.

The kids were usually in their regular classroom for the majority of the day. I would pull them out of their class for a predetermined amount of time. Some students I would see only 2-3 times a week for 20-30 minutes. Other students I would have for 3 hours every day. At other times, students would stay with their class the whole day, and I would go into their classroom to work with them (a.k.a. inclusion).

Each student I worked with had an Individual Education Program (IEP). (In Texas, the program is referred to as the Admission, Review, and Dismissal program (ARD).) A team created IEP/ARD goals that were specific for the individual student. Part of my teaching role was working on academic and social goals with my students. Generally speaking, I assisted students in the areas of math, reading, writing, behavior, and social skills. The goals we created were specific and measurable. I would teach, re-teach, assess, monitor, and track progress. I sent a progress report to the parents every 9 weeks.

I am currently certified to teach students in pre-school to twelfth grade. However, I have had the most experience teaching students in Kindergarten to 5th grade. I have helped students who were struggling to succeed in school. Working in the local school district has helped me to understand the district’s philosophy, curriculum, testing, and expectations.

I enjoy teaching, and tutoring is a way for me to continue doing something I love.

Professional Experience

• Content Mastery/Resource Teacher, Carroll Elementary, Frisco Independent School District, 2008
• Resource Teacher, Vineyard Elementary, Alpine School District, 2007
• Resource Teacher, Mt. Mahogany Elementary/Valley View Elementary, Alpine School District, 2007
• Resource Teacher, Matheson Jr. High, Granite School District, Magna, Utah, 2006

Education

• Masters of Education, Special Education, 2007, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
• Bachelor of Science Degree, Special Education, 2004, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah

What to Expect

Initial Meeting

Before tutoring sessions formally begin, I would like to meet with you, the clients (i.e. parent(s) and student). During this initial meeting, I want to get to know you. In order to do this, I ask you to come prepared to discuss the following:

• Short and long term goals- What specifically do you want to accomplish with tutoring?
• Strategies- What has worked in the past and what has not?
• Suggestions- What are the student’s strengths and weaknesses?
• Collaboration- Do you want me to contact and collaborate with the student's teacher? If so, please bring contact information with you.
• Homework- Do you want me to assign additional homework?
• Assessment/Benchmarking- How often do you want progress monitored and reported?
• Contact Information- How can I contact you? Do you prefer a phone call or an email?
• Other- Do you have any other information that you would like to share with me about your child's education? Do you have any other questions, comments or concerns for me?

We will also be discussing some other items of business. For example, we will talk about the following:

• Schedule- I will begin and end each session at the designated time.
• Location- I will be tutoring only out of my home.
• Contract- You will need to sign a contract at the initial meeting.
• Payment- We will discuss payment options for each session.
• Distractions- I expect the student to come ready to work, without any distractions (i.e. toys, cell phones, etc.).
• Lessons- I will have lesson goals and objectives for each session.
• Classroom rules- I expect each student to follow the classroom rules.
• Materials- We will talk about any additional materials that may be needed.
• Open Door Policy- My door is always open for you to come and observe.
• Other- Restroom use and drinks/snacks.

Contact Information

If you would like to get in touch with me, you can contact me using the information below:

Phone: 469-362-6639

Email: julieamadsen@gmail.com

Pricing

Each tutoring session is one-on-one.

Initial Meeting: Free

30-minute session: $25

1-hour session: $50

Terms and Conditions

Madsen Tutoring Terms and Conditions
Effective October 12, 2009

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY

1. Fees are payable weekly directly to Julie Madsen. You should pay me directly, in cash or by check.

2. Although Madsen Tutoring works within the school curriculum, I do not do homework or assignment questions that are meant to be the student's own work.

3. Madsen Tutoring strives to provide the best possible service. However, I will not be held accountable or responsible for the academic success or lack thereof demonstrated by the student/client. Although I will do everything in my power to help grades and skill sets improve, I can offer no guarantee thereto.

4. Madsen Tutoring is not liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, special, punitive or similar damages arising out of use of the tutoring service, or any errors or omissions in the content of my materials. You, the client, specifically waive any and all claims arising out of the use of this tutoring service.

5. Lessons cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be billed to the client at a rate of no more than 1 hour of instruction.

6. Madsen Tutoring will respect the confidentiality of personal information and the privacy of individuals, and will not at any time or in any manner, either directly or indirectly, use for the personal benefit, or divulge, disclose, or communicate in any manner any confidential, personal information.