Madison Carmack

Meet Madison Carmack – Expert Social Work & Education Tutor

Madison Carmack brings a unique combination of expertise in social work and teaching to help students succeed both academically and personally. With a Master of Social Work degree in Clinical Practice and a background as a first-grade teacher, Madison specializes in holistic support and individual development. Her approach integrates trauma-informed care and personalized lesson plans to ensure each student’s success.

Areas of Expertise:

Social Work (Therapeutic Support for Individuals and Families)
Curriculum Development (Primary Education, Grades K-6)
Special Education (Differentiated Instruction & Support)
Crisis Intervention (Trauma-Informed Approaches)
Behavioral Counseling (Individual and Group Support)

Teaching Philosophy:

"My goal is to empower students by helping them realize their potential, fostering both academic achievement and emotional well-being. Every child is unique, and I strive to create an environment where they feel safe, understood, and motivated to learn."

What Makes Madison Special:

Holistic Approach: Madison combines social work expertise with educational methodologies to address the emotional and academic needs of students.
Flexible and Adaptable: Tailors her teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of her students, including those with special needs or learning challenges.
Comprehensive Support: Focuses on the student as a whole, providing not just academic guidance, but emotional and social support through trauma-informed strategies.
Personalized Learning: Emphasizes individualized learning experiences that engage each student in their unique learning process.

Education & Achievements:

Master of Social Work in Clinical Practice, Virginia Commonwealth University (2023 – Present)
Bachelor of Arts in Education, Western Governors University (2022)
Pi Gamma Mu, National Honors Society for Social Sciences (December 2024)
Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (2024-2025)
K-6 VA Teaching License

Madison’s diverse background in education and social work allows her to bring a compassionate, comprehensive, and adaptive teaching style to the table, ensuring that every student she works with receives the guidance and tools they need to succeed.

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