Autism Homeschool Success
Tutoring and Homeschool Teaching
With Dr. Caldwell
Hi! I'm Dr. Nicole Caldwell, and I've been a special education tutor for about 18 years. I provide individualized, neurodiversity-affirming in-home and virtual tutoring to help children build social skills, enhance communication and language, and grow academically.
Subjects I teach:
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Math (Elementary through Middle School)
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Reading comprehension,
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Reading and writing,
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Dyslexia-specific reading tutoring for all ages.
In addition to autistic students, I also specialize in academics for students with challenging behaviors, anxiety disorders, and diagnoses such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).
All of my tutoring sessions are currently full, but I'll post here when I have openings. Thanks!
Detailed Background for Dr. Caldwell
To give you a detailed summary of my background, here's an overview of training, workshops, and certifications I've completed:
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Master's Degree in Special Education
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PhD in Special Education/Autism
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Texas Classroom Teacher Certification in General Education (Early Childhood - 4th Grade)
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Texas Classroom Teacher Certification in Special Education (Early Childhood - 12th Grade)
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Pivotal Response Treatment Certification Level 1 (Currently Working on Level II)
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Graduate Academic Certificate in Autism Intervention
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Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
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Montessori Art Teacher Certification
Disclaimer: I am not a BCBA, SLP, or psychologist, and do not provide Applied Behavior Analysis, speech therapy, or psychology services.
Testimonials
Nicole is highly knowledgeable and passionate about the creation and implementation of effective and functional interventions for children with autism and their families. Moreover, Nicole is a very deep thinker and hard worker. Nicole consistently amazes me with her intelligent, creative, and thorough contributions! An asset to any team hoping to positively impact the lives of children with autism and their families.
Dr. Kelly Carrero
"Thanks for a great first session. The moment the zoom ended, [STUDENT] said, 'I like her. I feel like I actually did progress.' He is completely invigorated after the lesson."
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"[STUDENT] said other day that math w you is way more fun than with me (no surprise there) and may even be her favorite Friday activity, even including her weekly visit w friends!"
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