What is your teaching philosophy?

I always adapt my teaching methods based on the person who's learning and try to find the way that's most meaningful to him or her.

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

I always try to get to know the student first, understand why they are interested in learning a particular subject and what goals they are trying to achieve.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

Give them a learning method that is interesting and meaningful to THEM.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

I like to teach in an entertaining and interactive way. It doesn't have to be all textbook; I think it's important to always relate the subject to their everyday lives and give examples that are most meaningful to them.

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

I would try to find where exactly he or her is having a hard time grasping the concept and go over it step by step by giving meaningful examples.

How do you help students who are struggling with reading comprehension?

I would go back to the basics to make sure they master them and perhaps give them a vocabulary list of the words they are having struggle with.