"Teach children to view the world as a magical place, to see the ordinary as extraordinary, and you will empower them to discover awe and wonder in everything they do," unknown author. One of my greatest desires when I was teaching preschool and now as a homeschool mom is that as my children and I learn together our hearts will be full of more and more wonder. My hope is that in this learning playgroup children aren't even aware they are "learning" and are most aware of how much fun they are having. We will sing, dance, read stories, explore topics of their interest, play, play, and play. There will be a structure that consists of time spent at circle time, creation time, free play time, snack time, and story time. I will incorporate literacy, math, aspects of God's character and how He relates to them, social-emotional skills, and all while having fun and playing.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
2
Admin Tier:
Class Override
Admin Fee:
$48, Term Total = $48
Class Fee:
$200.00
Supply Fee:
$10.00
Private ASL Lessons
Ages 9yr-19yr+
Summer St John
Spring 2023
Language Arts
- Foreign Language
Schedule:
Description:
Greetings! My name is Summer St. John, I’m nineteen years old and have been learning ASL for five years. I began studying Sign Language after watching a video of a deaf teacher beautifully signing a story on being seen as a deaf person. After that, God gave me a passion to study the language on my own. At fourteen, I took a semester of ASL from a deaf person and fell more in love with the language. I have taught five ASL classes since then, and am currently assistant teaching with my deaf friend Jennifer. I plan to pursue deaf ministry, and look forward to sharing my passion with others through private ASL lessons.
I encourage parents to learn and teach their kids,
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
0.5
Admin Tier:
Private
Admin Fee:
$0, Term Total = $0
Class Fee:
$15.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Dance Lessons: Alexa
Ages 8yr-18yr
Alexa Kehler
Floating
Dance
- General Dance
Schedule:
Tuesday - Dance Studio A - 116: 2:00 pm - 2:29 pm
Wednesday - Dance Studio B - 118: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Description:
During this 30 minute session, students will be tutored and challenged in whatever areas/ dance styles that they would like extra help in. The focus being on technique, strength and skill according to your specific desires and needs that could help to take to you the next level.
Requirements:
None
Assistants:
Homework:
< 1 Hour Week
Billable Cycle Monthly:
0.5
Class Fee:
$25.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Dance Lessons: Rene
Ages 5yr-19yr+
Rene Cooper
Floating
Dance
- Ballet
Schedule:
Monday - Dance Studio B - 118: 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Tuesday - Dance Studio B - 118: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
Discover the joy of dance and express your creativity through personalized private dance classes! Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the world of dance or an experienced dancer seeking to refine your skills, my private dance class offers a tailored experience to suit your individual goals and aspirations. In our private dance class, you will receive one-on-one instruction. I will work closely with you to understand your unique strengths, areas for improvement, and dance style preferences. You will receive focused attention, customized choreography, and detailed feedback to help you excel and achieve your dance aspirations. Whether you're interested in classical ballet, energetic hip-hop, graceful contemporary, or any other dance style, my private dance class can cater to your specific interests. Unlock your dance potential and embark on an incredible journey of self-expression and artistry through my private dance classes.
Requirements:
none
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Cycle Monthly:
1
Class Fee:
$50.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private lesson ballet pointe
Ages 13yr-15yr
Kaylah Alicea
Spring 2023
Dance
- Ballet
Schedule:
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Description:
Teaching Kate a private ballet pointe lesson 1x a week
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
1
Admin Tier:
Not Set
Admin Fee:
$0, Term Total = $0
Class Fee:
$20.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Lessons (Composition): Jonathan
Ages 8yr-19yr+
Jonathan Metz
Floating
Music
- Theory
Schedule:
Monday - Music Room - 117: 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Wednesday - Music Room - 117: 11:30 am - 11:59 am
Wednesday - Music Room - 117: 1:00 pm - 1:29 pm
Thursday - Music Room - 117: 2:00 pm - 2:44 pm
Description:
Music composition lessons are just like lessons on an instrument, but instead we learn how to write music! I am starting this small studio in hopes to provide an opportunity for students who have taken my Music Composition class at Firmly Planted to continue their study in composition. If you are new to music composition entirely however, you are welcome to join my studio and we will start from the beginning! (Particularly if your child is between the ages of 8 and 12. If older, check out my Music Composition class description page.)
Like private lessons on an instrument, students will be required to write music each week just like one would practice an instrument outside of lessons. Also, important to learning composition is to have a strong music theory foundation which is essentially universal to all common genres. As we lay we lay the theory groundwork, I will help your student explore the particular genres they are interested in whether it be classical, pop/rock, worship, hymn-writing, jazz… just about anything, really! Or if they're not sure, we can explore!
I am a Vancouver native and Portland-area piano and music composition teacher, and former choir director. I received a Bachelor of Arts and music from Western Washington University. Afterwards, I studied music composition privately with Roger Briggs, and went on do one year of a Masters of Music at Indiana University, where I studied composition with P.Q. Phan. All told, I've been writing my own music for about 14 years, and hope it is in our gracious Lord's will that I will continue to for a long, long time!
$30 for 30min. ( Recommended for ages 8-12). $35 for 45min (Recommended for ages 13-18+)
Requirements:
One year of private lessons on an instrument or voice.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 4 Hours Week
Billable Cycle Monthly:
0.5
Class Fee:
$30.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Lessons (Dance): Rene Cooper
Ages 7yr-19yr+
Rene Cooper
Fall 2023
Dance
- General Dance
Schedule:
Tuesday - Dance Studio A - 116: 11:25 am - 11:50 am
Thursday - Dance Studio B - 118: 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Description:
Discover the joy of dance and express your creativity through personalized private dance classes! Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the world of dance or an experienced dancer seeking to refine your skills, my private dance class offers a tailored experience to suit your individual goals and aspirations.
In our private dance class, you will receive one-on-one instruction. I will work closely with you to understand your unique strengths, areas for improvement, and dance style preferences. You will receive focused attention, customized choreography, and detailed feedback to help you excel and achieve your dance aspirations.
Whether you're interested in classical ballet, energetic hip-hop, graceful contemporary, or any other dance style, my private dance class can cater to your specific interests.
Unlock your dance potential and embark on an incredible journey of self-expression and artistry through my private dance classes.
Requirements:
Assistants:
Homework:
None
Billable Hours Per Week:
0.5
Admin Tier:
Not Set
Admin Fee:
$0, Term Total = $0
Class Fee:
$25.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Lessons (Guitar & Bass): Ryan
Ages 10yr-19yr+
Ryan Bates
Floating
Music
- Instrumental
Schedule:
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 10:00 am - 10:29 am
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 10:30 am - 10:59 am
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 11:00 am - 11:29 am
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 11:30 am - 11:59 am
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 12:00 pm - 12:29 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 12:30 pm - 12:59 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 1:00 pm - 1:29 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 2:00 pm - 2:29 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 2:30 pm - 2:59 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 3:00 pm - 3:29 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 3:30 pm - 3:59 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 4:00 pm - 4:29 pm
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 4:30 pm - 4:59 pm
Description:
Hi, I'm Ryan and I would love to give the gift of music to your child! I have a Bachelor's degree in Music Ministry from Multnomah University. You have 3 options. you can learn acoustic guitar, focusing on chord shapes and rhythm. You can learn electric guitar, focusing on chords, arpeggios, lead lines, tabs and tone. Or you can learn bass guitar, focusing on fretboard memorization, tabs, rhythm, and groove. My emphasis and approach is that music should be practical and life-giving. This means there will be a foundation of theory, and scales that every guitarist needs to know but there will be a focus on practical playing and fretboard fluency. There's nothing better than having the freedom to create music! Pricing is $100 per month for weekly 30 min. lessons or $135 for 45 min. lessons.
Requirements:
You'll need the instrument you're learning. If you have an electric guitar or bass, you should have an amplifier. Feel free to ask me about recommendations. In terms of age, there isn't a requirement but I've found that the teenage years are the best period of time to learn guitar. You'll need enough dexterity and hand-eye coordination to learn. I'll purchase curriculum and can be reimbursed.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Cycle Monthly:
0.5
Class Fee:
$100.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Lessons (Guitar & Bass): Ryan Bates
Ages 10yr-19yr+
Ryan Bates
Fall 2023
Music
- Private Lessons
Schedule:
Tuesday - Practice Room E - 115: 11:00 am - 4:50 pm
Description:
Hi, I'm Ryan and I would love to give the gift of music to your child! I have a Bachelor's degree in Music Ministry from Multnomah University. You have 3 options. you can learn acoustic guitar, focusing on chord shapes and rhythm. You can learn electric guitar, focusing on chords, arpeggios, lead lines, tabs and tone. Or you can learn bass guitar, focusing on fretboard memorization, tabs, rhythm, and groove. My emphasis and approach is that music should be practical and life-giving. This means there will be a foundation of theory, and scales that every guitarist needs to know but there will be a focus on practical playing and fretboard fluency. There's nothing better than having the freedom to create music! Pricing is $100 per month for weekly 30 min. lessons or $135 for 45 min. lessons.
Requirements:
You'll need the instrument you're learning. If you have an electric guitar or bass, you should have an amplifier. Feel free to ask me about recommendations. In terms of age, there isn't a requirement but I've found that the teenage years are the best period of time to learn guitar. You'll need enough dexterity and hand-eye coordination to learn. I'll purchase curriculum and can be reimbursed.
Assistants:
Homework:
Up to 2 Hours Week
Billable Hours Per Week:
0.5
Admin Tier:
Private
Admin Fee:
$0, Term Total = $0
Class Fee:
$30.00
Supply Fee:
$0.00
Private Lessons (Guitar): Summer
Ages 10yr-19yr+
Summer St John
Floating
Music
- Private Lessons
Schedule:
Wednesday - Practice Room D - 113: 11:30 am - 11:59 am
Description:
My name is Summer St. John and I am 20 years old. Looking for a place to get started with guitar? I teach beginner lessons where you will learn warm-ups, proper posture, first chords, and strumming...giving you the tools you need to become a pro. For anyone interested in starting a new versatile instrument like the guitar, these lessons offer the basics so you can start playing scales, chords, and your favorite worship songs. $25 per 30 min lesson
Requirements:
Daily home practice (covering each assignment) is necessary for proper growth in any new activity.
Students require a guitar, picks, notebook, and the lesson book (Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1)