Stacey Turner
About Stacey Turner
Stacey Turner is a Reading Specialist with 17 years of teaching experience, currently working at Varsity Tutors. She has a strong educational background, including a Master's degree in Reading and certifications in ESL and Early Childhood Education.
Work at Nerdy
Stacey Turner has been employed as a Reading Specialist at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, since 2021. In this role, she utilizes her extensive teaching experience to support students in developing their reading skills. Her position involves creating tailored learning plans and providing one-on-one instruction to enhance literacy among learners of various ages.
Education and Expertise
Stacey Turner holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from Texas A&M University, which she completed from 1987 to 1991. She furthered her education at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, where she earned an Elementary Teaching Certificate in 1994 and a Master of Science degree as a Reading Specialist. Additionally, she studied phonics at the Reading and Writing Institute at Columbia University, enhancing her expertise in literacy education.
Teaching Experience
With 17 years of teaching experience, Stacey Turner has worked with children ranging from ages 2 to adulthood in both public and private educational settings. Her diverse background includes teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) in Chinatown during significant historical events, which has contributed to her understanding of varied learning environments and student needs.
Licenses and Certifications
Stacey Turner holds multiple licenses and certifications that support her role as an educator. She is certified as an ESL instructor, possesses an Early Childhood license, and holds an Elementary Self Contained license. Additionally, she is certified EC-12 as a Reading Specialist, which underscores her qualifications in teaching reading across different educational levels.
Personal Interests
Stacey Turner enjoys snow skiing and frequently visits Colorado, which she considers a favorite destination. She is an avid reader, with Jane Austen as her favorite adult author and J.K. Rowling as her favorite children's author, particularly appreciating the Harry Potter series. She also has a black cat named Spooky and had a baby alligator as a pet during her childhood.