What is your teaching philosophy?

My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn when they are given the attention necessary to master a subject from a teacher who is patient and determined to see their student succeed.

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

In a first session, I spend time getting to know the student's personality, goals, interests, and study habits. We then do a diagnostic test to identify strengths and weaknesses. From there we would begin to explore strategies to learn the material.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

I help students become independent learners by finding ways for them to engage with the material. In addition, I make sure by the end of every session that there is some evidence of progress. If students can see themselves progress, they feel more confident in the material and more excited to master the information independently.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

I help students stay motivated by taking note of their progress every lesson. I give them constant feedback on how they have progressed. In any areas that are slow in progression, I spend most of the lesson teaching students different study techniques in order to find the method of learning that works for them for that specific subject. Overall I am a very positive and upbeat tutor, and I think this allows my students to stay positive and motivated as well.

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

I slowly break down the skill or concept to the student. We take it piece by piece and build on the concept on each lesson until it is understood. In addition, I go home and research different ways to teach the concept. Using these techniques, I can adjust my teaching style in order to fit the needs of the student.