Today we’d like to introduce you to Angela Cooper.
Angela, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Yes, I am an educator, I’ve taught kindergarten for the past four years, and I felt like something was missing. Rewind back to the Covid year; God have me the name “Advance Learning for Tots” I didn’t quite know what to do with it… so I left it alone for a while; then in summer of 2022, I thought about hosting a summer camp. I wanted it to be different and something that no one else was offering… I realized that Pre-K is play based – but kindergarten is like college! There is such a HUGE opportunity gap between the two- so I came up with a Phonics camp!!
Omg, it was a Hit! My parents LOVED IT & hosting it felt like heaven on earth. From there, it took off. I was able to follow my summer camp students during the school year by offering tutoring. I extended tutoring to pre-K students to help them prepare for kindergarten, kindergarten students, and first graders. I was able to support parents by giving them tips to help at home, explain the content of what students were learning, etc.
This summer, I hosted ANOTHER phonics camp & it was even bigger! We had so much fun; kids who haven’t even been to kindergarten yet- left knowing how to read words! It was amazing…
We all face challenges, but looking back, would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
I can honestly say- Advance Learning for Tots, INC has been a smooth road. I have so much support from my community… The community has helped me feed my summer camp kids; I’ve had a place to host the camp… It’s been a great experience. My biggest challenge is not being able to provide this service full-time.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next, you can tell us a bit more about your business.
My business is called Advance Learning for Tots INC. I use research-based strategies to teach young scholars to read. I specialize in the early ages (4-6). I enjoy teaching phonemic awareness and phonics. I am known for my creative teaching styles! I produce amazing results when it comes to teaching students to be confident and become amazing readers. What sets me apart from others is that there has never been a phonics camp in my area. No one knows how I run it! I am most proud of myself for following my dreams of helping as many children as I can. I want readers to know that it’s never too early to put your child in a program that will help them become an amazing reader and leader in school. I provide affordable services because I know parents DESERVE a financial break. I offer yearly summer phonics camps and tutoring for grades Pre-K through 1st. Be on the lookout for Advance Learning for Tots Academy!
Can you talk to us a bit about happiness and what makes you happy?
Teaching makes me happy! I’m able to pour into others what I’ve learned.
Pricing:
- Tutoring is $15 per session
- Summer camp is $75 a week
Contact Info:
- Website: advancelearningfortots.org
- Facebook: Angela Cooper
Image Credits
Advance Learning for Tots
