What is your teaching philosophy?

Every student is different, and patience is key!

What might you do in a typical first session with a student?

I would first get to know each other, share about myself and learn more about them. Then we would discuss what is causing them difficulty and how I can help, so that I can plan for the remaining sessions.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

I will work to be more of a guide and mentor rather than doing the work for the students. Practice and review is more effective than working through problems together.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

I would build a relationship with the students so that we can discuss their longer-term goals and how this work connects to that. I also think sharing my own stories can be inspiring!

If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?

Work to break the concept down into the basics and slow down the pace. Also adapt the teaching style to what they are most receptive to, whether its colors, repetition, writing it down, acronyms, etc.

How do you help students who are struggling with reading comprehension?

I would offer tips and tricks of the reading comprehension trade, including underlining, taking notes, and writing the main idea on the side of a paragraph as they work through the problems.

What strategies have you found to be most successful when you start to work with a student?

To first get to know each other and discuss their objectives or goals in seeking tutoring.