Parthenopi
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: University of California-Berkeley - Current Undergrad, Environmental Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 720
I enjoy rollerblading, rock climbing, embroidery, cooking, reading, and doing puzzles. I am also interested in nature, animals, and wildlife conservation.
Elementary School Math
Homework Support
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
SAT Subject Tests Prep
SAT Verbal
Study Skills and Organization
Summer
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I like to establish an understanding of what my students know by giving them practice problems or having them explain the concepts that they're learning to me. This way, I get to see how far they are and what areas they need help on so I can tailor my lessons to their needs.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
I practice good study skills and time organization with my students during our lessons together so that they're able to work and learn independently when the tutoring lessons are over.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
I introduce concepts in a variety of ways to ensure my students get a complete understanding of what they're being taught. I also try to relate the lessons to their own interests/hobbies. To make sure my students actually understand what I've taught, I ask them to re-explain the material in their own words back to me. This way, I know that my lessons are making sense.