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General Classes and Tutoring

 

Miriam Arndt,  38 Maple Street, Hanover, NH 03755, (603) 643-3946, cell (603) 359-2205, Miriam.B.Arndt@Dartmouth.EDU
Experienced tutor. MA in Learning Disabilies.  Main interest is teaching foreign. languages: German, French, Spanish as well as ESL (English as a second language) and LD (learning disabled).  I have been tutoring children, Middle-and High School students as well as adults for ca. 40 years; the last 19 I have been a tutor at Kimball Union Academy in Meriden, NH. Since leaving Kimball Un ion 2 years ago, I have been tutoring in my office at home.

 

Patricia Jones, 24 Opera House Square, Suite 414, Claremont, NH 03743.   (603)542-4352,  nhteacher19b@earthlink.net, Advantage Learning Website: http://home.earthlink.net/~nhteacher19b/
NH certified teacher with endorsements in elementary education, general special education, and learning disabilities. I have a Masters in Education and over twenty years teaching experience in public and private schools. I tutor academic subjects, help with organizational and test-taking skills, do homeschool portfolio evaluations, and provide consultation and support to homeschooling families.

 

Bill Channon, 987 Bennington Road, Francestown, NH 03043,(603)588-3990, bchannon@adelphia.net

I am an experienced NH Certified teacher (BA degree in English with a Chemistry minor from Wheaton College, Illinois, graduate courses in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at Worcester Polytech in Mass. with 28 years of teaching many educational settings in both public and private boarding schools in this country, including 6 years at The Stony Brook School (a Christian school on Long Island). I am bilingual (English and Spanish) and have taught in England and Peru, and have extensive experience with individual and small group tutoring, both private and in school settings.

Subjects that I tutor are: chemistry, physics, Spanish, math, SAT, PSAT preparation, study skills and ESOL I like to further enrich physics, chemistry and physical science courses for my clients with further experiments and have a small portable lab that I can bring with me. I prefer to tutor in the student's home or in local public libraries. My rates are reasonable and vary according to subject and also distance and travel time.


Debbie Cooper is an experienced teacher having taught for many years in Christian schools. In addition to classroom teaching I have extensive experience in private tutoring. I have taught all subjects in grades 2-8 including basic keyboarding and computer skills. I have a strong background in the phonetic approach to reading as well as in English grammar and literature.  My teaching degree is in elementary education and I do have references available. I am available to tutor in your home or mine (Rochester, NH). You can call me at (603) 332-2030 or write me at mrmcooper3@juno.com.

 

Dawn Desmarais, Litchfield NH  490-0183, dawnie70@comcast.net  available to tutor in your home in any subject K-12. M. Ed. 6 years of experience tutoring students of all abilities.

 

Certified special education teacher with a master's degree and 10+ years of experience in both public and private schools.  I am currently looking to do more private tutoring and am available for evaluations.  Angela Keef, Manchester, NH, 627-6463, angelakeef@hotmail.com.

 

Marla Perkins Bevin, 32, Meriden, NH: agatelamp@yahoo.com.  Doctoral candidate in linguistics with two Master's degrees.  Subjects to tutor: English grammar, English writing, English literature, history, language learning, algebra I, geometry, logic, study skills.  Will travel within 30 miles; two-hour billed minimum for house calls.

 

Dawn Florino, 317 Montelona Rd, Goffstown, NH 03045, (603) 497-2720, dawnflorino@comcast.net
Certified Educator, K-8, currently teaching sixth grade in Concord, NH.  15+ years of experience in preschool, elementary and middle school levels.  Advanced training and experience in the teaching of reading and writing.  Also, strong in math, currently teaching Everyday Math.  Please contact if interested, references available upon request.


Former teacher (now stay-at-home-mom of a baby) with up-to-date New Hampshire elementary school certification looking to tutor your children.  I am Ivy-League educated for both bachelor's and master's in education.  I have taught in three states at various grade levels.  I am interested in tutoring students in grades 3-7 in language arts, math, note-taking, organizational skills, and study skills.  I am available throughout the school year and during vacations and summer; days, nights, and weekends are all possible.  Please contact Jennifer at 603-305-6026, jjcheifetz@gmail.com
Amherst.

 

Jewel Beth Davis, MA, MFA, Master Tutor, 91 Rollins Rd., Rollinsford, NH 03869, H 603-743-3796 C 978-239-4500. Bugjewel@verizon.net.  Trained by The Princeton Review and was employed by them for over 5 years.She has prepared nearly a thousand students for the SATs and GREs and 90% of her students have raised their scores 100-200 points. Additionally, she taught SAT Prep at Philips-Exeter Academy for three summers.  Tutoring offered for:  High school and Junior High English, Grammar, Writing, SAT Prep Verbal and Math and Achievements,Writing, College English and Composition and other related subjects. Prices run $60 an hour for SAT and GRE Prep. Other tutoring negotiable.
 

Ivy League High Honors generalist with outstanding references. Middle, High School and SPED experience. 10+ years teaching. Will travel. Sliding scale!
- Alex Gutterman 603 239 6461 alexpalache@yahoo.com
 
Poppy Johnson, BA, JD, Stratham,  poppyjohnson55@yahoo.com,  603-778-8091, cell: 216-973-1825
Ages: between 5-12th grade. Subjects: Test Prep: PSAT, SSAT, SAT, & ACT. Math (Algebra I & II, Integrated), English (All), Writing (Technical and Creative), Law (Business, Cyberlaw, etc.), French (Beginning/Intro). Reasonable rates, family discounts.
Everyone welcome: I celebrate diversity and encourage students with learning challenges.

 

The Seacoast College Prep. & Tutoring Center (STC) is a new business located in Durham. STC offers private tutoring, Great Books and Enrichment courses, SAT Preparation, Writing classes, College Admissions Counseling, and this summer, we're offering a learning adventure for high-school age students to steep themselves in history, while traveling the Lewis and Clark trail from St. Louis, Mo. to Seattle, Wa. in celebration of the bi-centennial of this great voyage of American discovery.

  Nearly all STC tutors are PhDs or PhD candidates at UNH who have a great love of learning and their subjects. I and my partner David Corbin are strong supporters of home-schooling and we wish to offer our services to assist you any way we can. We can custom create courses for groups as small as 6 individuals, and scholarships and group discounts are available.

   Please visit our website linked below to view all of our services. I would also be very happy to attend one of your local meetings and present the offerings of STC to your member parents.

 William L. Asbell, Partner & CFO, Top-Tier Academic Consulting and Seacoast College Prep. & Tutoring Center, www.top-tier.info

 

SAT Prep in math, critical reading, and writing.  Tutoring in middle and high school mathematics.  Class sizes of 1-4.  Heather Evans, B.Sc. with honors. Bedford, 471-0160, heather.evans@comcast.net

 

Tutoring sessions for many types of mathematics (trigonometry, algebra, geometry, calculus), physical sciences (including physics) and musical instruction with emphasis on either clarinet, guitar or strict music theory.  (Other members of my family provide keyboard, banjo and mandolin instruction - these can be taken concurrently/simultaneously by more than one member of the family.)  I can give discounted rates for classes rather than one-on-one tutoring (music methods excluded). Keith Plourd, plourds@roadrunner.com , 603-522-8228, Wakefield.

 

Peggy Ames, M. Ed., pamespa@aol.com,    (603) 763-4868, Newbury, NH
NH certified Learning Disabilities Specialist, 20+ experience in public school and tutoring elementary school students with learning disabilities.  I am available to tutor, do portfolio evaluations, provide academic assistance or consultation to support homeschool families. My specialty is reading and written language (Project Read, Stevenson, Rave-O, Language ! etc) but I also tutor elementary math. 

 

Evelyn Tatro, M.Ed.,  Mrs. Tatro is a certified K-8 teacher with a master's degree in Elementary Education. She also has special education experience. Tutoring-$40/hr  (child & adult).  Call or email for more information,738-4617, thelearningdepot@yahoo.com, www.the-reading-teacher and www.playteachandlearn.com
 
Laura Dent-Nelson.  I hold NH certification for secondary English (code 0500 cert number 84541). I have taught in the Manchester school system and I also tutor regularly. I am available for portfolio review and for tutoring English and SAT preparation. References are available upon request. I can be reached at 603-275-6950 or via email at michgirl1970@aol.com.

 

I am a certified Lower Montessori Elementary Guide and an experienced one-on-one special education aide looking for either full time or part time tutoring in the Manchester area. My resume and contact information can be viewed online at http://laissezfaire.bravehost.com,  Timothy Raty.

 

Jennine Mann, M.Ed  offers tutoring in all subjects including reading, writing, math, fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills, language, organizational and study skills for $30/hour.  She works out of an office at Multi-Cultural Martial Arts in  Bow where your student can also find opportunities for physical education.  www.multiculturalmartialarts.org 

 

Lisa Morgan, 235 Horizon Lane, Candia, 483-7983 candialisamorgan@yahoo.com. I am certified to teach in NH, and hold a Master's degree in special education.  I have a heart for students diagnosed with Asperger's/NLD, and can tutor social skills using the "Navigating the Social World" curriculum.  I have 9 years homeschooling experience, and 4 years teaching math in a private high school.  I am interested in tutoring math at all grade levels, including some college courses cost negotiable with group discounts. 

 

Christine Jacobson, artist and educator, tutors Fundamental Mathematics, Algebra, Geometry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, and Reading and Writing Skills. Eight years experience tutoring and instructing students from Kindergarten through high school. I have worked with learning disabled children as well as gifted and talented kids. I provide a nurturing place to study with supervised internet access, a library of resources and an equipped art studio. References available. Please visit my website at www.SunshineWorkshop.com or call 802-436-2491.  Hartland, VT.
 

Math and Science tutoring and classes

 

NH Certififed Math Teacher and Adjunct College Professor now staying home with my son.  Available for Math Tutoring in your home or mine. Excellent rates. I am enthusiastic and do my best to make math fun.  Liz Kolb, Nashua, NH call 603-889-5546 or email liz@rkolb.com
 

Harvard educated Illinois state certified teacher with a masters degree in curriculum and instruction.   I provide math and SAT prep tutoring services to 1st  through 12th graders in and around Hanover, New Hampshire.  I can provide  a structured math curriculum or work with a student to explore areas  of interest to them.  I am equally comfortable teaching with hands-on  real world applications of mathematical concepts or more traditional  methodologies.  I am willing to travel within a 10 minute drive of my  home just south of Hanover, or I can meet students a the Hanover  public library.  I can travel farther than 10 minutes away, but  charge extra for the extended drive time.  For individual work I  charge between $35 and $45 per hour depending on the subject taught  and preparation required.  The rate is discounted for small group  work.  For more information, see my website at  www.andrewrichman.net.  I can be reached by email at  asrichman@gmail.com or by phone at (603) 643-5931.

 

Kim LaDuke, Whitefield, 837-9641. teaches HS Mathematics at Stratford Public
School, and holds the 7-12 Mathematics certification from the state of NH. Interested in working with homeschoolers in the area.

 

Dianna Matzo (formerly Calfin) is a math tutor in the Amherst, New Hampshire area.  She has a BSME and MBA, plus 9 years of homeschooling experience and approval from the state of New Hampshire for Alternative 4 critical needs teaching positions.  Dianna is qualified to tutor math at all levels K-12.  More information can be found on her website www.propelmath.com, or by calling her at 603-321-6467.

 

Math tutor available. High school level- all subjects. Concord-Hopkinton area. Woman with over 20 years experience teaching mostly at Concord Christian High School.  Individual or small groups.  One session or regular meetings.  Rate: $30 for one hour individual; varies for groups.  Phone:  Ruth McDonald, 746-2263. email:ruth.e.mcdonald@comcast.net

Great expectations math tutoring: I am a professional mathematics tutor with 20 years experience at both the high school and college level. B.S. in applied mathematics. Serving the Concord, Manchester, and Nashua areas. Will travel. $30/hour. 384-3938, www.greatexpectationsmath.com

Please contact Jeffrey Kepner, Exeter,NH 778-8266 jeffkepner@yahoo.com
Teaching Experience: grades 6-12, College, Industry
 - Subjects: All Math, Sciences: Chemistry, Physics, Biology including human anatomy/physiology
Current job: tutoring Math, Science at both high school and college level.
Last job: high school chemistry teacher
Education : B.S. Chemical Engineering, M.S. Electrical
Engineering, minor in Biomedical Engineering; additional course work (approx. 4 years) in medical, biological, and environmental engineering fields. Work experience/non-teaching: 20 years in industrial engineering. References: upon request

 

Rich Kahn. I tutor math up to calculus; science including general science, earth science, and physics; SAT, GED prep; plus general topics up to and including 8th grade.  I have a BS in computer systems engineering, a M.Ed. in educational studies (3.742 GPA,) and industry experience going back to 1981.  Available in the greater Hudson (including Windham, Pelham, Litchfield and Londonderry) area, but have gone to Manchester, NH, Salem, NH and Tyngsborough, MA. and can make arrangement to travel.  Cell 617-794-0007. http://www.subaruhighmileageclub.com, http://www.kahnlandscaping.com

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I offer tutoring for elementary mathematics through trigonometry as well as basic physics. I have both tutored and taught. I am very patient with children and am committed to having your child succeed.  surjitssaluja@hotmail.com, 203-808-9508 (cell), 5B Charity Court, Hudson , NH 03051
 

Matt Funke offers BASIC programming and astronomy classes in Manchester. He has a host of proposed science and math offerings from algebra, trigonometry, and to electrical circuits. Check his website http://pubpages.unh.edu/~mff/index.htm


David Rhoads, Lee, NH - NH certified secondary mathematics teacher. Offers year-round tutoring in all areas of mathematics and SAT preparation. Typical fee, $30-$45/hour depending on level of instruction. Contact at 659-4107 or drhoads@yahoo.com.
 

John Block, Math tutoring by phone, email, or fax.  General Math, Algebras, Geometries, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics.  Prepare for CLEP, ACT, SAT.  By the hour or by the course.  Certified math teacher, high school and community college.  jmlblock691381@netzero.com


Ph.D student in chemistry at UNH has teaching/tutoring experience including Korean (K-12), Grade 10-12 (Chemistry
and Math), General Chemistry (at UNH), College junior-senior level course (at UNH)
I can tutor in any levels of chemistry and math (including AP-level and college). Please contact Joon Cho, jhz3@unh.edu.

 

Math Tutoring and Technical Help

Michelle Mehrabani (Upton), Mont Vernon, 603-673-4186,  Manizeh@wb1cmg.mv.com

I am an electrical engineer who can offer the following services to home schooling parents as well as other people who need assistance in setting-up home audio-visual equipment.  Tutoring Middle & High School Math to students, Tutoring Microsoft Windows and Office (Microsoft Word + Excel+PowerPoint), Video & Audio system interconnections such as VCRs to TV, operating cable TV remote controls, and connecting digital cameras, Extracting digital pictures from digital cameras onto the computer.

 

The New England Math House offers tutoring and various classes.  Pre-algebra, algebra 1 and 2, geometry.  Lucinda Boutin,  NH Certified Math Teacher.  More info at www.lucindaboutin.com 48 Mammoth Road, Manchester NH 03109, 603-232-7399   602-660-0272, mathiscool@comcast.net

 

History and Social Studies

 

Cheryl Bourassa, Concord,  (603) 224- 1644 or cbour59@yahoo.com
I am a certified social studies teacher, with 20 years  of experience teaching at the high school level, including ten years of teaching Advanced Placement American History.  I have a masters degree in American History.  I am interested in helping students explore the 'gray' areas of social studies, learning to develop and defend positions on questions for which there isn't a single correct answer.  I also have extensive experience as a writing coach, successfully helping many students improve their analytical writing skills.  I am available to work with individuals or home school groups.

 

 

English

 

Diverse and exciting lesson plans from a former NH Teacher of the Year Finalist.  Stuart Cameron brings 28 years of teaching experience and an innovative approach to learning best summed up by Arthur Koestler's quote, "Creative activity could be best described as the type of learning process where the teacher and student are located int the same person."  With certification in English,  Stu established the Creative Writing, Public Speaking and Poetry Curriculum at Winnacunnet High
School while focusing on essay preparation including structured,  personal, analytical, autobiographical, SAT, and College Entrance.  Available for classes and individual tutoring.  Call Stu at 603-364-6685 or email at stumo12551@metrocast.net.  References available upon request.

 

Jennifer White is a NH certified (5-12) English teacher who is willing to tutor your homeschooler.  She has a BA in English, an MFA in Creative Writing, and 17 additional graduate credits in Education.  Her focus is on college preparation, including literary analysis and argumentation. She will also help your child complete college applications and write winning essays. Please contact Jennifer at jenlynnwhite@metrocast.net.

 

I am a college senior (continuing ed) majoring in English Education. I am willing to tutor and assist in many subjects year round.  However, my strong points are writing, grammar, and literature. I substitute teach so I have had some experience in other subjects as well (math, social studies, history). My experience also includes tutoring writing at Southern New Hampshire University. Please feel free to contact Laura Dent at Michgirl1970@aol.com , 603-340-2125. I live in Merrimack County and I am willing to travel.

 

Elementary tutor specializing in Reading, Math and Writing.  Program Director and Teacher of Bryant Academy in Claremont, NH.  Specializing in developing individualized programs to meet the needs of your child."Tracy Hanson, Hanson's Educational Services, 276 Beryl Mountain Road, South Acworth, NH   03607, 603-835-6484, btracyh@earthlink.net.  New Hampshire and Vermont certified in Elementary and Special Education.  State certified at Supplemental Service Provider for Title 1 programs.
 

Marilyn Yorke, 749-2022.  Tutoring-Private or Small group instruction in English literature,
composition, and grammar, Latin, and college board prep by certified middle and high school English/Latin teacher.  Portsmouth, Dover, Rochester area. 

 

Stinnett Learning is an interactive, online learning experience, which provides individualized instruction of the highest quality.  Two levels of English composition prepare the student for the new essay portion of the SAT as well as successful college writing. Conventional Literature concepts will also be explored in J.R.R. Tolkien's, The Lord of the Rings, one of the most popular pieces of literature today. College credit is available for both of these courses. For more information, visit our website at: http://www.stinnettlearning.com/
or Email: jamie@stinnettlearning.com

 

Tutoring in writing, English,and public speaking offered by Sebastian Lockwood.  As well as storytelling in schools, universities, conferences and clubs, he teaches for several universities. For Lesley and Endicott he teaches in their creative Arts programs teaching the use of poetry, visual arts and storytelling in the classroom.  For The Boston Conservatory he teaches a course on, Visual Anthropology. Lockwood has a BA from Boston University and MAs in Education and Anthropology from Cambridge University, UK. Sebastian@LumenArts.com
 

Latin and Greek

Latin teacher with eight years' experience in junior high and high schools is available for teaching or tutoring in the Hanover area.
Contact:  Don Buck, 76 HH Sawyer Brook Road, Orford, New Hampshire 03777.
603-353-9268, cervus35@yahoo.com.

 

French lessons in your own home for all ages. Lessons for children include music, drama and play. Topics focus on everyday activities in the child's world. Instructor: Jennifer Bell contact information: jazzyjen69@yahoo.com.

 

Spanish

Private and group Spanish lessons for all ages in my Concord home.  References available.  Alison Rhodes, homeschooling parent, 224-2175, Austenfan1@aol.com

Native Spanish speaker and NH certified teacher available to teach in the
Concord area. Willing to travel to your home. Contact Rosa Burtt at 227-5240
or rosaburtt@comcast.net
 

German and ESL teacher with B.A., M.A. (in Ph.D. Education program) available to to teach in the Seacoast area.  Conversation, grammar, and translation for children and adults; all levels.  Please call: Lenore Bronson at 436-2094.

 

Maren Blanchard, NH certified teacher for German and English, with 10 years teaching experience and a Masters Degree. I am also a German native.  I would like to set up little German classes/ groups for homeschoolers, in order to give them the opportunity to learn a foreign language together with others, experience a new world and last but not least: to obtain the required credits to apply at a college. Peterborough area.  mrsotmar@hotmail.com
 

French and German lessons available. Experienced both in the classroom and as a private tutor. I live in Peterborough and serve the Monadnock region w/in 20 miles from my home.
Reasonable rates and customized lesson plans. (603)924-0152 Jennifer Sandlin

 

Guitar and Music Lessons  in New Durham offered by certified and
experienced Music Educator and performer, Bob Walker Jr., BM Berklee
College of Music. Lessons are offered in guitar, music composition and
theory, and improvisation. Lessons are $20/ half hour and Bob is
willing to travel for group lessons if time allows. Contact
603-493-3797 or bwalker@worldpath.net for more information.

 

Performing Arts

BYPC is a non-profit performing arts school dedicated to training the complete performer.  Classes offered include dance (video jazz, ballet, tap, etc.), music (individual instruction on piano, guitar, strings, etc, as well as ensembles and the NH Youth Jazz Orchestra), and theatre (BYPC’s Company and Apprentice Company).  Check out our website for more information, including class descriptions and class schedules:  www.bypc.org.  155 Route 101, Bedford,  NH  03110, 603-472-3894

 

Music

 

NH Independent School of Music
Children's Community Chorus at Center Harbor Congregational Church,
Youth Intermediate Jazz Ensemble at Holderness Central School,
Holiday Community Choir at Loonsong Studio in Moultonborough
- Group beginning piano, violin, guitar and african drumming
- Private piano, voice, guitar, percussion, & strings classes
- Beginner and Intermediate String Chamber Ensembles
- Folk/Blues/Jazz Ensemble
- Beginner and Intermediate Chamber Ensembles for Piano and Winds
For more information about these classes or to register:
NH Independent School of Music
603-968-7664
http://www.nhisom.org/
info@nhisom.org
NHISOM is a nonprofit community music school serving children and adults
in the Lakes Region of NH.

 

The Manchester Community Music School is a nonprofit, music education organization whose mission is to offer instruction and performance opportunities for amateur, aspiring and professional musicians, regardless of an individual's ability, age, social, ethnic or economic background. Nearly 1,000 students of all ages participate in weekly private lessons, group classes, ensembles, and early childhood programs. Programs include the New Hampshire Choral Academy, Greater manchester Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Community Kids Creative Arts Summer Camp. We have students from 6 months old to 87 years of age-there's something for everyone at MCMS! Financial Aid is Available.
Many Homeschoolers participate in our school. We can create classes based on your interests.
Check out our website at www.mcmusicschool.org or call Gene Faxon at 603-644-4548.

 

 

Renee T. Bouchard- An experienced music instructor with over 10 years in private lesson teaching,  accepting new students. I studied Music Education at UNH in Durham and then spent 2 years in the New Hampshire public school system as a Middle School Music teacher. I have been an active private lesson teacher and also worked as an accompanist and music director in the community and professional realm. I can offer private music lessons as well as group lessons for any interested parties. Music theory and history are important subject matter and it is a well-known fact that students who study music perform better in other subjects, particularly in Math. Whatever your needs- private piano and group music instruction, music theory, music history, etc. I can help you. Please call or email me to discuss your needs and how I can assist you in meeting them. I can be reached via phone at (603) 275-7145 and via email at bouchardrenee@yahoo.com.

604 Beech Street Apt. #5, Manchester, NH 03104

 

Mel Epstein--private music instructor. I live in Ctr. Barnstead and have taught music in the state for over 20 years. A number of my students are homeschoolers in the Concord area. I teach piano, keyboard, guitar, bass, drums, violin, harmonica, songwriting and theory   Please email.epstein@worldpath.net or phone me at 848-7006.

 

Sarah Brink, piano, organ, Kinder-Keys. Special rates for homeschoolers are: $22 half hour; $32 forty five minutes;  $42 hour. Brentwood, Hampton and Exeter locations. One and two month introductory gift
packages available. Sarah holds an M.M. from the N.E. Conservatory of Music and an M.Th. in
Theology from the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in NY. She has performed extensively both as soloist and as accompanist in the US and in Europe. Sarah enjoys teaching all levels of ability and interest - from 6 year olds to 90 year olds. She loves teaching the classics but totally enjoys popular
music as well.  In addition to private lessons, Sarah teaches Kinder-Keys, a group piano class for young children based on the Yamaha and Keys-for-Kids methods.  Presently Sarah is the Music
Director/Organist at Trinity Church in Hampton.
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Nate Wilson, natewilson313@gmail.com ,603-969-2295, has been teaching piano in the Seacoast area of NH for over ten years.  He recently earned a master’s degree from New England Conservatory of Music, and did his undergraduate work as a music performance major at the University of New Hampshire.  As a performer, Nate is well known as an up and coming jazz pianist/organist, and has shared the stage and studio with a wide variety of artists including John Scofield, Chuck Berry, Edie Brickell, and Martin Sexton as well as many others.  As a teacher, Nate combines elements of the Suzuki Method with more traditional approaches to form a unique and well-balanced methodology for younger students and beginners.  With more experienced students, Nate has the versatility to help the student move in any direction they choose, whether its classical performance, jazz improvisation, theory and ear training, or elements of songwriting.  Nate currently teaches from his home studio in Lee, NH, which is located twenty minutes from Portsmouth, close to the campus of UNH.  Rates per lesson: $26 per 30 min, $39 per 45min, $52 per 60min.

Michael Joseph, a master musician, with 24 years of classroom experience, is offering complete instructional services in his Manchester studio. Courses available are in Music Appreciation, General Music, Music Theory and Composition and Piano. He also offers coaching in these subjects for college applicants who plan to major or minor in music. Resume available upon request. Telephone: 603-622-6273 or e-mail: maj4855@aol.com

 

Bonnie Matras, matras71220@juno.com, 435-8214, Pittsfield.  A homeschooler who will be delighted to work with your students.  $15 per half hour, beginner and intermediate.

 

Piano Lessons: Great with kids! Will come to you! Concord and surrounding towns. $25/half hour or $40/hour. Call Allison at 724-4618.

 

Piano/Keyboard Lessons--I use lesson, technique & theory books with a fun rappin-rhyming method of teaching music theory which is presented in recitals.  My next recital (June) will include sacred, classical, patriotic and popular music, with original compositions by myself and several students.  Will do some travel with enough students & could present classes with theory/singing/appreciation for younger students: contact Veronica Say, rappinmusictheory@yahoo.com or 528-2431 (Laconia).

 

Private piano lessons in my home or yours (if 2 or more lessons), between 12:30 – 2:00 daily. Also MUSICAL ME!  Fun mixed-age music & moment for children through age 4. Nashua area. For more information, contact Musical-Me@comcast.net  or 889-7971.

 

Private piano teacher available to offer piano lessons to homeschooled students weekday mornings or early afternoons.  I have taught piano for 11 years, and have experience with children and adults of all ages. My speciality is in teaching beginners through late intermediate.  I  believe that learning to play piano should be fun and interesting, and I try to tailor lessons to fit the interests of the students.  I am creative, engaging, and encouraging-- and believe that we all have the potential to make music! I choose music to capitalize on the students' strengths while working on their weaknesses.  I charge $22 per half hour lesson, and lessons take place at Frederick Johnson Pianos in White River Junction, VT--conveniently located just off of I-91. Sarah Hill (603) 675-5335 or at shillmus@sover.net
 

 

Stringed Instruments

Located in Moultonborough and serving the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, It's a String Thing specializes in lessons for the beginner student of stringed instruments.  For more information visit my web page at www.geocities.com/stringthingmusic or contact David Young at 603-253-6733 e-mail StringThingMusic@aol.com.

 

Violin Lessons

Joanna Cyrus is a skilled and experienced violin instructor, teaching private violin lessons in her beautiful home in Hampton, NH.  She is excited about teaching violin to students of all levels and ages, beginner through advanced.  Weekday mornings and early afternoons are best.
Joanna's teaching style includes a mix of Suzuki and traditional classical methods. Lessons concentrate on a well rounded approach to proper violin technique, music reading and theory skills, ensemble skills and fostering a love for music playing and performing.  Joanna has over 25 years experience teaching private violin lessons in Maine and New Hampshire, and is a long time member of the Bangor Symphony Orchestra.  Please call Joanna or email for more information:  (603) 926-2570    joannacyrus@comcast.net

 

Alison Rhodes, Concord, NH, offers violin lessons for ages 7 through adult in her Concord home.  She has more than 20 years of violin playing experience and has played with the Five College Orchestra in Amherst, MA and the SBTS Orchestra of Louisville, KY.  Call 224-2175 for more information.

 

Riverside Guitar Studio: Melvin Herbert teaches guitar in Warner, NH. Certified by ABRSM Trinity College London, he teaches finger-picking style (classical & acoustic) to all ages, all levels. Prepares students for ABRSM exams (including theory). Exams take place annually in Boston. Lessons are $15 / half hour. For more information please call: (603) 456-2349 or e-mail meltrish@tds.net

 

Guitar.  Indra Edmonds, M.Ed., is offering group and private guitar lessons Monday – Friday daytime and evenings in Strafford NH.  Please call (603) 664-7873.   Next session:  September 2007.  Students must have a working guitar (rental available).  
Rates per student per half hour:
Group:  $10
Private:  $15
Guitar rental:  $5 per month

 

 

Voice

Voice lessons!  Skilled and experienced instructor.  All styles, emphasis on building vocal skills, confidence, musicality, and poise. 

I am located in Acworth, NH (It's out of the way, but I would consider traveling to you if there is a group of students in your area).

$20.00 per lesson, initial evaluation to establish skills, needs, and introductions! 

 (603) 835-7824 

savage@webryders.net

 

Nannette Perrotte offers lessons in voice and a special program in voice-yoga.  Learn more at www.lumenarts.com.  Monadnock area.

 

Piano and Voice

Pamela Brigham tailors piano and voice lessons to meet the style of the individual student. 
Lessons are well rounded, incorporating a lot of theory.  The students receive quite an education
while having fun.  Her home is in Alton, just across from the gazebo on Main St.  $15 per half hour lesson.  Please call her at 875-6265 or (603) 978-0500.


Piano

Piano Lessons in Lebanon, NH I teach Piano to Beginner/Intermediate Children and Adults. I am looking
for students who can come earlier in the afternoons. Faith Henricksen http://jerryrig.com/fah/mail.php
 

Private piano teacher in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.  Teaches all styles of music, particularly classical and jazz.  Beginner to very advanced.  Also works with area teachers to offer ensemble classes.
Contact via email or by phone at: 603-968-7446.  Noelle Beaudin, Web site: http://www.nhpiano.com/
Email: nobeau@nhpiano.com
 

Violin

Tara Wright teaches violin to students ages four through adult.  Her teaching style includes a mix of Suzuki and Traditional Methods.  Violin repertoire is tailored to each student.  Lessons emphasize proper violin technique, note reading skills, scales, music theory and music history.  Tara's violin studio is located in Durham, NH.  To learn more about violin lessons with please visit my website www.geocities.com/wrightviolin.  Please call or email for more information taraviolin@comcast.net or 603-397-2119

 

Flute Lessons in Derry and Manchester offered by experienced, qualified
teacher and performer, Christina Kelsh, BA, MM.  All ages and abilities
taught.  Lessons emphasize a well-rounded approach to musical instruction
incorporating aural skills training, theory, ensemble playing and
performance.  To view resume and studio policies, visit: www.christinakelsh.com  or call (603)315-0392.
Christina Kelsh
480 Hanover Street
Manchester, NH  03104


 
French and Piano, Christian teacher
New Hampshire certified teacher, winner of the Frederic Chopin piano award and the French Honors award. Name publication in Who's Who Among America's Teachers. Bachelor's and Master's degree. Lived in France. Call Stella Phillips, Deerfield, 475-3829 (cell), sphillips@metrocast.net


Art Classes

The Master's Academy of Fine Arts, Amherst, NH location is currently looking for teachers to
teach home school children ages 5-18 on Monday afternoons beginning in
September, 2005.We are looking for Art, Drama, History and Music
teachers. The goal of Master's Academy is to Glorify God Through the
Excellence of Fine Arts and their vision is to produce Christian
Worldview performers to influence our culture through art and
entertainment industries....Please check the website for more
information and contact me if you or someone you know might be
interested!
 jhornung@mafa.net
 

I teach drawing and watercolor classes for children and adults between the hours of 8am and 2pm. I am able to accommodate small groups in my log home in North Sutton, NH. I received my B.S. in Art Education in 1984 and have been teaching art for the past 18 years. To teach drawing, I use the philosophy from Betty Edwards' book "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain" to instruct students ages 8 and up.  Younger students require different guidelines. Tell me your art requirements and I will write the lesson plans. Parents are always welcome to stay, but not required.

 Debbie Skinner-Perez  927-6394, 155 French Road, North Sutton, NH.
Mailing address: HCR 64 Box 689 Wilmot, NH 03287.  gypsyjean@tds.net or jeangypsy@yahoo.com

 

I am a Fine Art instructor who is looking to teach drawing, painting and collage. I also enjoy incorporating art history when appropriate. I am located in the North End of Manchester and would prefer to teach out of my home. Resume available upon request.  Please contact Meghan Karjala at (603) 413-6492.
 

I am an artist who teaches in my studio and in private schools in the area. I have a BFA in painting from UMass Dartmouth, my studio is in Temple New Hampshire. I am interested in offering a class for homeschoolers, starting in the new year. My primary medium is painting:  oil, watercolor, and mixed media. I enjoy teaching in all types of media, including crafts and even some sculpture. The language of drawing, imagination, and personal expression are my main themes. Hours, time and cost will be set according to age and number of the students.
Interested? Please call: Risa Swanson, at 878-1692

 

I am a certified art teacher in NH and MA. I have ten years of experience teaching children. I am available for group or private lessons and/or birthday parties. Will travel within about 30 minutes of the Nashua area. Please call or e-mail me for more information. 603-889-1670 www.artsexpressnh.com,  Rebecca Fredrickson

 

I am offering classes or private tutoring in art;  ranging from the basic foundations (perspective, observation, translation, contours, shading etc...) to more advanced studies in color theory, composition layout, mixed mediums, and artistic innovation. My name is Rachel Catalano; I am currently located in Moultonboro NH and I am willing to travel. I can be contacted by email at peculiarpainters@yahoo.com or by phone at 603 476 5920.
 

 

Theater

 Heidi Fagan, Theater Educator and Director,  is available to teach drama, acting, theater history, playwrighting, creative drama, set design, costume design, Shakespeare, and directing for all ages.  Heidi has worked as a professional director, actor and teacher and brings her passion for theater to students all over New Hampshire and Vermont.  
Contact her at heidifagan@hotmail.com or call (603) 826-3445.

 

Sewing and Cooking

I have had the privilege of home-educating our 2 daughters from grades 9 - 12.  Both have graduated and are doing very well.  I also home-educated our son in Alaska while doing missionary work.  We've recently re-located to Sanbornville, NH and I would like to start cooking classes and sewing classes in the area.  I would gear it to girls/boys ages 11-16.  If you are interested, please contact me!

Annette Lear -   leimomi@adelphia.net

 

State Library - There is a large selection of homeschooling books donated by the NHHC at the New Hampshire State Library in Concord . These books are available to anyone in the state through the interlibrary loan program. For a list of available titles, contact the Family Resource Connection at the library at 800-298-4321 or 271-7931. Or visit the website at: http://www.state.nh.us/nhsl/frc/lend.html. Go to "browse subjects" and enter homeschooling.
The Family Resource Connection is a special program of the New Hampshire State Library providing information and materials about all aspects of raising, caring for and educating children. We have information available free of charge to New Hampshire residents on parenting concerns, child development, child care, special needs, education, disabilities, health issues, and other subjects of interest to parents and caretakers.

 

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