Rebekah Goode is the founder and Coordinator of In Goode Company. During her high school years she became interetsed in working with individuals who speak languages other than English. After several mission trips to Mexico, Venezuela, Costa Rica and Poland, Rebekah decided to spend time in Maracay, Venezuela teaching and studying at The Language College. When she returned to the United States, she began teaching Spanish and English as a Second Language (ESL) throughout North Carolina.
Rebekah has taught at the elementary, secondary and college levels. She is interetsed in languages and cultures throughout the world and in making the transition for immigrants/refugees to the United States as smooth as possible.
Rebekah currently lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband (In Goode Company Co-founder and Marketing Specialist)Pete Goode and their daughter, Charli.
BA-Hispanic Studies, East Carolina Univeristy
M. Ed. - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) The Univeristy of North Carolina at Charlotte
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Introduction and Overview
Thank you for choosing In Goode Company! We are North Carolina's only Supplemental Education Service Provider whose program model is based on English Language Development Standards. We offer a tutoring program geared for students who speak English as a Second Language and who struggle with reading. We realize these students have specific needs regarding phonemic awareness, reading comprehension, vocabulary and other language skills. Our program gives students 36 hours of instruction with a highly qulaified tutor trained by our company. We also offer low student: tutor ratios, at least one tutor for every five students or less. Throughout the program, students will strengthen their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English.
Students will also learn about math, science and social studies throughout the program. Students who struggle with language and reading fundamentals need a targeted and individualized approach to learning content in these subject areas. In Goode Company hires tutors who are experienced in working with students who struggle with academic English and, most importantly, care about their students as a whole person.
Fiction and non-fiction texts, similar to those on the North Carolina End of Grade Tests, will be used as a basis for the program. Students will also be able to explore their own experiences and culture to make learning fun and relevant.
Thanks for checking out our site! You are In Goode Company!
Students will also learn about math, science and social studies throughout the program. Students who struggle with language and reading fundamentals need a targeted and individualized approach to learning content in these subject areas. In Goode Company hires tutors who are experienced in working with students who struggle with academic English and, most importantly, care about their students as a whole person.
Fiction and non-fiction texts, similar to those on the North Carolina End of Grade Tests, will be used as a basis for the program. Students will also be able to explore their own experiences and culture to make learning fun and relevant.
Thanks for checking out our site! You are In Goode Company!
Thanks to our Community Partners!
Our tutoring services are free to students who attend eligible Title I schools and receive Supplemental Education Service (SES) funding. However, many of our students and their parents are unaware of the services available to them. Therefore, our partners in the community are a vital integration to our company. Special thanks to our communty partners Lutheran Resurrection Church, the Montagnad-Dega Association, Catholic Social Services - Refugee Resettlement Impact Program, HIAS - Hebrew International, the Asian Chamber Board and Central Avenue Bilingual Preschool. Thanks so much for partnering with us to teach parents about their choices in education!
What a year!
In Goode Company is just days away from completing it's first year of tutoring as North Carolina's only English as a Second Language (ESL) based Supplemental Education Service (SES) Provider! We have worked with 65 children throughout Charlotte, Gastonia and Statesville. Our students come from various countries including Vietnam, Honduras, Somalia, Mexico, Russia, Loas and Liberia. I have enjoyed coordinating the program and look forward to growing in the future!
Next year, we plan to tutor students in grades K-8 in reading and math. We are also designing workshops for teachers and businesses ranging in topic from "Building Relationships" to "Two Steps Forward, Three Steps Back: Dancing Around the Retention Shuffle". If you know of a school or business which would like us to present a workshop, please contact In Goode Company. There will be a list of all workshops and a short description on our website. Video versions of the workshops along with an online discussion forum will also soon be available.
Next year, we plan to tutor students in grades K-8 in reading and math. We are also designing workshops for teachers and businesses ranging in topic from "Building Relationships" to "Two Steps Forward, Three Steps Back: Dancing Around the Retention Shuffle". If you know of a school or business which would like us to present a workshop, please contact In Goode Company. There will be a list of all workshops and a short description on our website. Video versions of the workshops along with an online discussion forum will also soon be available.
Monday, December 29, 2008
Accepting Applications for Tutoring Positions
In Goode Company is currently accepting applications for tutors in the following North Carolina counties: Gaston County, Mecklenburg County, Rowan County, Lincoln County, Rutherford County, Henderson County, Hoke County, Iredell County, Cabarrus County & Union County.
All applicants must submit a complete Application & Background Check form to be hired. It is also recommended that you submit a recent Resumé and a list of at least 3 references.
We have the BEST tutors in North Carolina!
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All applicants must submit a complete Application & Background Check form to be hired. It is also recommended that you submit a recent Resumé and a list of at least 3 references.
We have the BEST tutors in North Carolina!
Friday, November 14, 2008
First week of SES Tutoring in CMS!
We've finished our first week of tutoring in CMS. Except for one school's confusion of the start date, we had a very successful week. Almost 100% attendance from our students. We will be speaking with the SES Facilitators, Title 1 office & some of the other tutoring companies soon to assess Charlotte-Mecklenburg's program this year.
Our students are WONDERFUL! Not to mention that our tutors are the cream of the crop. Each of our tutors display a true passion for the students and their eminent success in academics. As we continue forward, we will be seeking further tutors for our move into some of the neighboring counties.
Expect great things from our students! We are truly In Goode Company with our group!
Our students are WONDERFUL! Not to mention that our tutors are the cream of the crop. Each of our tutors display a true passion for the students and their eminent success in academics. As we continue forward, we will be seeking further tutors for our move into some of the neighboring counties.
Expect great things from our students! We are truly In Goode Company with our group!
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Kicking it off!
Well, it's official. We just had our first training session for our tutors who will begin tutoring ESL students in Title 1 schools throughout the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system. I must say, it was a resounding success. We have done a great job recruiting & hiring some of the best tutors in the area. Each of our ESL Tutors really care about the students.
About our Students:
In Goode Company specializes in ESL tutoring. In our experience, ESL Students who are able to gain a grasp on the English language have much higher scores in their other subjects. With more & more word problems in math classrooms, even math requires a great degree of literacy among students. North Carolina is also introducing a Science test this year for Elementary students which we are working to prepare these ESL students to meet. As language & literacy skills improve, students gain more confidence in the classroom. With greater confidence comes greater academic achievement.
About our Approach:
By using a highly sensory teaching technique, we're able to help students who lack English proficiency learn the language with their own personal experiences. In each class, we build in a selection of various themed experiences for the students to gain a groundwork on which to build their English skills. Bringing the students together with a variety of books & visuals, we are able to express those concepts and experiences into words. As each experience & lesson completes, we are able to build upon previous lessons to forma vocabulary and understanding of science, social studies & ultimately english proficiency. As the students become more capable with English in school, their overall achievement, scores & ability will benefit.
About our Students:
In Goode Company specializes in ESL tutoring. In our experience, ESL Students who are able to gain a grasp on the English language have much higher scores in their other subjects. With more & more word problems in math classrooms, even math requires a great degree of literacy among students. North Carolina is also introducing a Science test this year for Elementary students which we are working to prepare these ESL students to meet. As language & literacy skills improve, students gain more confidence in the classroom. With greater confidence comes greater academic achievement.
About our Approach:
By using a highly sensory teaching technique, we're able to help students who lack English proficiency learn the language with their own personal experiences. In each class, we build in a selection of various themed experiences for the students to gain a groundwork on which to build their English skills. Bringing the students together with a variety of books & visuals, we are able to express those concepts and experiences into words. As each experience & lesson completes, we are able to build upon previous lessons to forma vocabulary and understanding of science, social studies & ultimately english proficiency. As the students become more capable with English in school, their overall achievement, scores & ability will benefit.
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