evaluators

Some of the evaluators listed here were suggested by homeschooling families; others have submitted their own names to the NHHC. If you decide to use an independent evaluator, contact him/her as early as possible in the year to find out how he/she plans to evaluate your child, what information/documentation you will need to provide, how much the evaluation will cost, etc. Also, it is up to the parent to verify the evaluator's credentials -- be certain the evaluator's certification (if required) is current. For a list of states with reciprocal teacher certification with New Hampshire go to http://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/doe/organization/programsupport/Certification/interstate.htm

It's your responsibility to determine if you and the evaluator are able to work together and share a similar educational philosophy. For example, if your evaluator is only comfortable with home education programs that follow a structured curriculum, and you prefer a more relaxed, hands-on approach, you’ll want to find this out sooner rather than later.

We have posted information about compiling the Homeschool Portfolio and a form that an evaluator can fill in and submit to you, if they so choose. There is also a cover letter for parents to send with the teacher's portfolio evaluation to the participating agency. These are simply suggestions, and not necessities. Please use your own judgment.

Note: The NHHC does not endorse or promote the views of any individual, group, or organization whose name or contact information is included on this web site. All reference to services provided by or resources available through any individual, group, or organization on this web site is included solely for information purposes. The NHHC reserves the right to remove the name and contact information of any individual, group, or organization with or without cause and without prior notice.

Karen Bode, 25 Lantern Lane, Auburn, NH 03032, 626-9542
Certified Elementary and Special Education teacher.
1st-8th grade $40 per evaluation, 9th-12th grade $50 per evaluation
Teach homeschool Spanish Junior High course and Spanish 1-3 High School courses at my home. Please write if interested.

Angela M. Stewart, Bow (available for Tilton/Northfield/Sanbornton area as well). Certified English Teacher - certification valid for grades 5 - 12. Currently Teaching High School English in Manchester
E-mail: angianderic@aol.com. Phone: 603-226-2709. Also available for English tutoring grades 5 - 12.

Brant Hadzima, bhadzima@newfound.k12.nh.us, 603-744-6006. Dean of Students and Academic Coordinator at Newfound Regional High School is a certified teacher (Spanish) with over 5 years experience reviewing portfolios of students at all grade levels. Evaluations take place in Bristol at Newfound Regional High School after school hours. $75 per portfolio.

Sonia McDaniel, 379 Brown Road, Candia, NH 03034, 587-0003, soniamcdaniel@comcast.net. 10 years of experience in working with children of all ages levels and abilities. Certified in Elementary Education, Special Education, Learning Disabilities Specialist, Reading Specialist. I currently have an in-home based tutoring service. Specializing in children who have challenges in reading, writing, reading comprehension, fluency, and spelling. Tutoring $40/an hour, Evaluations $40/hour.

Claremont
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 am available to do portfolio evaluations, tutor or provide academic assistance, and provide consultation and support to homeschooling families.

Rebecca Marie McHugh, 64 West St., Concord, NH 03301, rob_rebeccamchugh@comcast.net
603-219-0353. M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction, Boston College, MA & NH certified teacher in Social
Studies, grades 5-12, Teacher of Social Studies & Language Arts, and Spanish. Have worked extensively with students with learning disabilities, emotional disabilities as well as with gifted
and talented students. Fee: Initial meeting free of charge. That way we can decide whether
we are a compatible match. If you choose to hire me to perform the NH assessment, I charge $50 for a High School Assessment, $40 for Middle School and $30 for Elementary School.

Erica Feldman, (603) 226-2457, EricaWFeldman@yahoo.com. Certified NH Social Studies 7-12 teacher, M.Ed in teaching. I have been teaching middle and high school social studies for the past 5 years here in Concord. In addition, I have been tutoring with Parker Academy for the past 2 years. I have worked with students of all ages and abilities through the tutoring program. While my focus is Social Studies, I also have a lot of experience teaching English, Biology and Math (up through Algebra 1). I would be excited to work with a wide range of families and teaching philosophies. Fee: $40 per evaluation.

Jennie Steinhauser. I am NH certified grades 5-12. I am completing my 6th year as a homeschooling mother; prior to my homeschooling, I taught for 10 years in the Fairfax (VA) County Public Schools, and 1 year in a private school in Connecticut. My fee is $50 per evaluation, but I am willing to barter time or talents! Please contact me at 226-0739 or jensss@comcast.net.

Danville
Steven De Fronzo M. Ed.
NH certified Teacher/Guidance Counselor, 30+years teaching experience, past experience includes standardized test administrator and evaluator, home school teacher, all levels, all subjects, available at your request, phone 603-382-1242 or steviedd15@aol.com.

Tara Hatfield, 749-4231, tlhatfield@verizon.net .NH certified teacher (M.Ed.) for grades K-8 and a homeschooling mom of three.

Michelle Thibaudeau-Johnson, E. Kingston, NH 603-642-5441, mshelltj@yahoo.com. Homeschooling parent, bachelor's degree in ECE/Elementary Education, a master's in MFCC and Art Therapy, taught for 5 years and worked in family literacy, special ed. and Title I programs. I am comfortable with structured and less structured homeschooling philosophies as well as unschooling and am open to doing evaluations for children in NH, MA, ME and for those with special needs. Portfolio evaluation - $30 with discount for multiple children; surcharge for travel over 20 miles.

Fitzwilliam
Sherri Walters, 325 Richmond Road, 585-3023. "Every child is different, with different learning styles and needs. That's one of the reasons we homeschool. Have your child evaluated in a comfortable home atmosphere where these differences are recognized. I am a homeschooling mom with New Hampshire certification." $45/ first child, $30/second child, $25/third and on. Visit her website www.thelittlehousenh.com and click on homeschooling.

Tonya Dreher, 54 New Boston Rd., Francestown, NH (603) 547-8330, tbdreher@yahoo.com.
Certified English teacher, grades 5 through 12, with experience teaching literature and writing courses, Title One, ESL, and humanities. Will evaluate students of all ages and can travel in Hillsborough County and most
of southern NH or evaluate in my home. $40 for first child and $30 for each additional child from the same family.
Also available to tutor in English, specifically writing. Expertise includes research writing, critical and analytical essays, the writing process, and the college essay.

Dawn Florino, 317 Montelona Rd., Goffstown, NH 03045, (603) 497-2720, dawnflorino@comcast.net. Currently teaching middle school language arts and math. Especially prepared to evaluate students ages 6-14. $50 per evaluation.

Alicia Harressey, 240 Whitehall Rd, Hooksett, NH 03106, 644-3307, aharressey@comcast.net.

Certified K-6 teacher who worked as a First Grade Teacher in Lawrence MA for 8 years. Since I plan to start homeschooling, I am offering any assistance I can to homeschoolers based on my education and job experience. In turn I feel I would be learning about homeschooling. $40 per evaluation.

Catherine DeRosa, M. Ed. 578-3491 or 620-2601 or cderosa@thelearningstop.com. I am certified in Elementary Education, Special Education and Reading, in the states of New York, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. I have 15 years teaching experience from preschool through high school. I also tutor preschool – junior high in all subjects and am homeschooling my two children (age 4 and 6). I am available to tutor, do portfolio evaluations and administer standardized tests. I have experience administering many academic assessments including: Woodcock-Johnson, Brigance Inventory of Basic Skills, Wechsler Individual Achievement, Test of Written Language, and Key Math. I am willing to travel. Family discounts are available. Tutoring $35/hour, Evaluations $40, Testing $75.

Krista Easton, 129 B Main St, Lancaster, 603-788-3857, kristaeaston@verizon.net, http://kristaeaston@webhop.org, has spent the last ten years working with students at every age level as a public school music educator. She is a pianist, violinist, and a graduate of the Eastman School of Music. She also has eight years of experience as a dance instructor and private piano teacher. She was named Teacher of the Year in Northern New Hampshire in 2004. Krista has a current NH teaching certificate. Her own son and daughter are unschooled. Evaluations are $20. She doesn’t do consulting.

Margaret Bentley, M. Ed., S.A.I.F. 548-2748 or meg_bentley@yahoo.com. I hold a NH certification in Elementary Education, Learning Disability Specialist, General Special Education and Specialist in the Assessment of Intellectual Assessment, with 25 years teaching experience from preschool through high school. I offer services in teaching organizational skills and specialized reading instruction. I am available to tutor, do portfolio evaluations and evaluations for learning disabilities. Family discounts are available. Tutoring $35/hour, Portfolio Evaluations $40.

Lucinda Boutin, (603-232-7399) 48 Mammoth Road, Manchester NH 03109, mathiscool@comcast.net.

NH certified teacher available for portfolio evaluations, as well as math tutoring.

Kelly-Beth Coyle--Willing to Travel Home School Evaluator, 75 Dubuque St., Manchester, NH 03102, 603-782-4394, KBCoyle4@comcast.net. NH Certified in Elementary and Special Education, Highly Qualified Teacher licensure. 1st-8th grade $40 per evaluation. Experienced Special Education teacher who loves her job and also tutors after school in Reading, Writing, and Math. Available for portfolio evaluations, standardized testing, consultation, and independent educational evaluations. Also available to develop individualized programs specifically for homeschooling children with disabilities. Sister of an NHHC Board Member. If interested, please email.

Tracy Cohen, 149 NH Rte, 123, Marlow, NH 03456. 603-446-7067, cocoh111@yahoo.com. Former homeschooling parent, will evaluate and/or tutor any child, special needs or not, in grades kindergarten through 8th grade. I charge 50 dollars an hour-and I do charge for the time it takes me to write the report as well.

Merrimack
Wendy Bisbee, 6 Peter Rd., 889-8239. Certified in elementary education and middle school math. Can do portfolio evaluations and testing.

Daleen K.Clark, Monadnock region. Current homeschooling parent/ NH certified educator available for evaluations and tutoring. 15 years experience with diverse child education programs, including: special education, private school, children's evangelism, public school, tutoring and homeschool groups. Please email for further information: halleluyah@gmail.com Voicemail: 827-4900

Gayle Hardy, New Durham, NH, 859-3305, jimh@worldpath.net.

I have over 17 years of experience in grades pre-k through 3 and have tutored during summers. I enjoy working with children with special learning needs and have experience with Downs Syndrome, Autism, and other specific special learning needs.

Newport
Patty Wood, 863-8315. Her NH teacher certification is currently lapsed (she cannot do portfolio evaluations), but she will administer Iowa and CAT tests.

NH Certified in special education, emotional disturbance, orthopedically handicapped, and mental retardation. Past homeschool parent. Available for portfolio evaluations, standardized testing and independent educational evaluations. All ages, all educational abilities and levels. Also available to develop individualized programs specifically for
homeschooling students with disabilities. Please email or give me a call at 603-787-2342.

Ossipee/Wolfeboro

Brenda Lush, 539-5603,crookedpinefarm@hotmail.com. Homeschooling parent certified in general special ed (K-12) and biology.

Pembroke
Pete Mehegan, 485-2166. - homeschooling father of seven children; NH certification. Currently certified teaching in the public school system (high school French), willing to do evaluations in the Manchester/Concord area.

Christina ( Tina ) DiBona, Pelham, NH , 635-3241, MORKIDS4US@aol.com
I am certified to provide evaluations in NH and MA. I am a relaxed homeschooler and am open to all methods of home education. I will be happy to provide a typed evaluation for your children in grades one through twelfth.
Please call for rates and appointments. Family discounts are available.

Penacook
Janet Kibbee, 753-4979. kibbeejanet@yahoo.com has over 25 years experience teaching grades preschool – 6 and college level students. $50.00 per evaluation.

Bethany Ruth Barnosky, 251 Carley Road, Peterborough NH 03458, 603-924-0130 [web site http://www.candlestarservices.com - email brb@candlestarservices.com] I am a homeschool mom and New Hampshire certified teacher (Mathematics, grades 4-12) who has been evaluating homeschool portfolios since 2003. Please give me a call if you would like to set up an evaluation or have any
questions about the assessment process. CandleStar Educational Services seeks to provide simple, affordable educational support to families in and around the Monadnock region.

Karen Garbenis, 603-895-4307, 120 Green Rd., Raymond, NH 03077, kgarbenis@yahoo.com. Interested in both classical homeschooling as well as unschooling, also certified in general special education. Available to tutor.

Rochester

Andrea Parah-603-332-2601 or equines77@hotmail.com. Certified in NH and Maine, K-8. I was homeschooled myself from grades 8-12 in Vermont. I will evaluate your child for $50. Call for availability.

Jennifer White is available to evaluate/tutor your Rochester area homeschooler. She is a certified English teacher (5-12), with a BA in English, an MFA in creative writing, and 17 additional graduate education credits. $50.00 per evaluation. Please email jenlynnwhite@metrocast.net.

Angela Gilman, 195 Philbrook Rd., Sanbornton, NH 03269. 603-387-0708, mrsagilman@yahoo.com.

Certified Teacher K-8, Masters in Curriculum and Teaching, Taught in public school for 6 years, Experience with Woodcock-Johnson, $35 per evaluation.

Southeastern, NH/ Southern Rockingham County

Gina Post, M.Ed, gmspost@gmail.com or (978) 204-1845. NH certified in elementary education and special education. Several years experience in public school setting and well as private tutoring. Specializing in children with learning disabilties and different learning styles. Available for private tutoring and homeschool consulting for grades K-4 (all subjects) in your home. Also available for test prep. and portfolio evaluation. $45/hour.

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.

Evelyn Tatro, M.Ed. Mrs. Tatro is a certified K-8 teacher, HQT K-6, and has 14 years experience teaching and tutoring. She has taught/teaches all grades including college, adult education, at risk students, and has many years experience helping students with learning disabilities. Currently, Mrs. Tatro teaches at NHTI and at Lebanon College, and is becoming certified in the Orton Gillingham reading method, the most respected and successful reading program for students with Dyslexia. Academic Evaluations are available in grades K-8; -$50 for the 1st child, $30 for ea. additional child. The procedure is simple and quick. You will receive proper documentation to submit to your participating agency. Tutoring in any grade in reading, writing, or language arts is available; $50/hr. Call 603-763-4333 (H), 603-717-2337 (C), or email thelearningdepot@yahoo.com. Mrs. Tatro also owns an Internet based educational toy company, Learning Depot, and will deliver to within 45 min of Springfield. Doing this cuts her customers' shipping costs about 1/3. See www.learningdepot603.com

Jess Bucknam, 772-2075, jessbucknam@comcast.net. I am certified in elementary education (M.Ed) in both NH and MA. I am currently working on an M.Ed in Reading Education, which will certify me as a reading specialist. I taught for 8 years in Rockport, MA and also have a great deal of tutoring experience. I have written homeschool evaluations for the past several years. I would be happy to do portfolio evaluations (K-5) and am most comfortable with a classic curriculum. I am also available to perform Informal reading assessments (QRI-4 and John's Basic Reading Inventories). Evaluations $45, Tutoring $35/hour, Testing $75

Weare
Jeannine Petriel, 117 Lull Road, 529-5649, athomemomof4@comcast.net. Worked for 10 years in public and private schools with special needs children from age 3 to 21 and the adult special needs population.

Rachelle S. Cox, NH Certified Teacher K-12th grade in Special Education. I am currently completing Certification in Elementary Education K-8th grade and my Masters of Education at Plymouth State University. I currently teach "at risk" students in grades 5th-12th grade with NFI-North Country Shelter. I am available to do evaluations. 603.616.1894. rachellecox@nafi.com

Cristina Little Steensen-Bech, 3 Linda Street, Windham, New Hampshire 03087, 603-883-1710
xtinao@hotmail.com. I am a NH certified teacher (elementary and special ed.) with a
good deal of teaching/tutoring experience. I am in the design process of setting up a website www.home-schooltutoring.com.My strengths include natural science (I was a park ranger), reading support (all levels), math (levels K-8), and social studies/geography. I also have quite a bit of experience with behavioral issues, Asperger's Disorder, and learning differences. I am very homeschool friendly and would enjoy working with families from all different philosophies.

Shirley M.R. Minster, MS.Ed. Home Education & Family Services/Royal Academy, http://www.homeeducator.com/HEFS, 51 West Gray Road, Gray, Maine 04039, 207-657-2800, 207-657-2880, Fax: 207-657-2404, Email: royala@securespeed.net. Portfolio reviews and testing services.

Kittery, ME
Pam Broido, M.Ed., 207-439-7673. Homeschooling parent of three children; has M.Ed. license in both NH and ME. "I do homeschooling evaluations for both Maine and NH families. I charge $25-35 per kid privately, but less at the Maine cooperative support group evaluations. I live in Kittery and service the seacoast area families."

Scarborough, ME
John M. Flagler, MS, Education. Has Masters in Literacy Education and a Bachelors in Special
Education with sixteen college credits in assessment and statistical analysis. I have experience in all academic
evaluations including the following: Woodcock-Johnson Psychoeducational Battery of Achievement-III
(Certified), Wechsler Individual Achievement Test-Revised, Test of Written Language-3, Key Math Inventory of Mathematical Skills, Brigance Inventory of Basic Skills. Dual-certified teacher in the State of Maine, presently working for the Scarborough school system.

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