What is your teaching philosophy?

Not everyone will achieve their goals from 0 to 10 in a day, however 0 to 1 is possible. All students can succeed, but they must believe that they can and must see the value they have as a person. I do not believe in using harsh tones and empty threats as a tutor because students do not learn faster or better that way. They become less confident in answering questions and will always second guess themselves. My philosophy is to assist students first in becoming confident with themselves, so they know that learning new topics is not impossible.

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

First, I would determine the goals of the parent or student that I am tutoring. Then, I would assess the student's level in the subject and learn their weaknesses. Lastly, I would discuss with the student their learning preferences. I must shape each student's sessions to adapt with their learning style to make the most of the time we have together.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

A student cannot be independent if they do not believe that they are intelligent or capable. Encouragement for every right step or answer is key. I do not believe in rushing through a problem. I would show them how to simplify topic questions to better suit their abilities.