Jackie
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: University of Oregon - Bachelor in Arts, Geography
I love to read, watch movies, and TV. I also love to be outdoors. I love skiing, hiking, traveling, biking and running.
College English
College Geography
Comparative Literature
High School English
High School Geography
Other
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Summer
What is your teaching philosophy?
Working with students based on their learning ability and strengths. I work to help students comprehend information based on how they learn best, so the student can use those skills themselves in the future. Rather than just helping students "get through homework" so they can turn it in on time, I like to create ways of fully learning the material that best suit each individual student.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I like to take a few minutes to get to know the student, including their likes and dislikes (that are not educational). I feel that building somewhat of a relationship is important for trust between the tutor and student. I also would ask them: what they feel they struggle with most in school? What is most difficult? What challenges them the most? Then, I would have them pick out something to do regarding the subject so I can evaluate their learning style, and I can focus the tutoring to their personal best advantage.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
I focus on their specific, individual learning styles and create lessons that help each student learn to their advantage, so they can use those learning techniques to study independently.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
Positive reinforcement. I like to make an effort to reiterate that struggling through work doesn't prove that the student is incapable of the work presented but that they can learn it and master the material. I also like to tell the student that I have been tutored as well (for LSAT studying and Math when I was younger). I find that it helps the student feel more motivated because they feel that they can be successful.