Kayla
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: University of Maryland-University College - Bachelors, Communications
Painting (Acrylic and Oil) Sculpture, BW Photography, Piano, and Cooking
College English
Elementary School Math
High School English
Homework Support
Other
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Summer
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
During a first session, I get to know my student: What are their interests, hobbies, and activities that they enjoy? How do they feel about the subject they are working on? How do they feel about needing extra help? Their answers give me an idea of how to tailor their assignments. Next, I assess their abilities and find their problem areas. I identify their needs, their coursework, and how they learn. Are they visual learners? Auditory? etc. Once I get a feel of their personality and what their strengths are, I can create curriculum that best fits their needs.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
With independence comes confidence. My job is to instill a "can do" attitude. To achieve this, I help them feel comfortable with concepts and assignments; the higher grades lifts their spirits.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
This is an area that even the best students can have trouble with from time to time. The best way is to show them their positive results, encourage them, and sometimes you just need a break with a quick snack. Use what they like and find interesting.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
Break down the steps to the simplest form. If they are still having trouble, we will refresh on previous assignments that work up to a more complex concept. It is important to point out what they already know to diminish any negative feelings towards the subject.