Chris: Belfast tutor
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I am excited to use my wide range of knowledge to help students succeed in whatever academic endeavor they pursue. I have a great passion for learning, and relish the opportunity to use my enthusiasm to help students learn and grow as individuals. Tutoring is ideally suited to my strengths as a teacher. I thrive in an environment where I can build a connection with a student based on trust and mutual respect. I work hard to learn about my students' unique learning styles and personalities, and adapt my teaching methods to most effectively meet each student's individual needs. I look forward to the opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives. I have previously worked as a reading tutor at a community center in East Harlem, New York. and also taught in the US Peace Corps.
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Undergraduate Degree: Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Graduate Degree: Johns Hopkins University - Master of Arts, International Relations
- SAT Verbal: 700
Reading, writing and performing comedy, going to the movies, fishing, hiking, camping, bicycling, cooking new and delicious meals, traveling as much as possible.
- Algebra
- AP United States History
- AP US History
- Arithmetic
- College English
- College Essays
- College Geography
- College Level American History
- Comparative Literature
- Elementary Math
- Elementary School English
- Elementary School Math
- Elementary School Reading
- English
- ESL/ELL
- Essay Editing
- European History
- Geography
- High School English
- High School Geography
- High School Level American History
- History
- Literature
- Math
- Middle School Math
- Pre-Algebra
- Public Speaking
- Reading
- Social Studies
- Writing
What is your teaching philosophy?
I believe that it's essential to make a genuine connection with students; to listen and use their own unique perspective and learning style to build their skills and ensure success.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
With a new student, I like to first get to know them and their interests, and then tell them something about myself so we build a connection. Then, when we discuss the subject at hand. I will listen carefully to figure out how the student learns and what he or she struggles with.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
I think it's essential to ask questions that make the student think critically and develop strategies that they can use on their own to solve problems.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
I would work hard to build a personal connection with the student, which will help me determine what motivates them. I would set goals that are attainable but also challenging, since having a goal fosters motivation.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
I would break down the concept as much as possible and use visual aids that aid in comprehension. I would ask as many questions as possible to determine what is causing the difficulty, and then find a new way of tackling the subject matter.