How would you help a student stay motivated?

I continually encourage the student by praising their efforts and demonstrating their progress thus far.

What is your teaching philosophy?

I believe that it is vital to listen closely to a student's questions and pay attention to their needs throughout the season. In addition to listening to the student, I believe it is important to keep them engaged and motivated.

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

I find out what the student would like to achieve through our tutoring sessions. I typically review the student's homework assignments, tests, and quizzes. I put the student at ease by my relaxed, calm demeanor.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

I provide the student with the tools they need to become an independent learner by demonstrating note-taking skills and strategic learning techniques.

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

I present the material in a new manner being as creative as possible. In order to keep the student encouraged, I communicate the fact that the concept is complex but not too difficult to master.

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

I tutor French, so reading comprehension involves mastery of vocabulary, as well as the ability to understand certain words through their context. I encourage the student to read as much as possible in order to improve their comprehension of French. I provide them with texts that are interesting, as well as websites and videos.

What strategies have you found to be most successful when you start to work with a student?

It is vital to put the student at ease, since the tutoring experience may be unfamiliar and intimidating at first. I ask the student to communicate their needs and expectations, so I can tailor our sessions appropriately.

How would you help a student get excited/engaged with a subject that they are struggling in?

I would show the student different websites that are entertaining yet informative. I have found that there are a number of French videos that are especially helpful to my students. I also encourage my students to listen to French on the radio, watch French movies, and read French magazines or French blogs.

What techniques would you use to be sure that a student understands the material?

I ask the student to "teach" me the concept we have just worked on.

How do you build a student's confidence in a subject?

I am a tireless cheerleader when it comes to building my student's confidence. I start with praising his/her progress, no matter how small. I offer positive reinforcement throughout each lesson.

How do you evaluate a student's needs?

Firstly, I listen to the student and his/her parents. Next, I take a look at their homework, quizzes, tests, and notes to evaluate their needs. If appropriate, and with permission, I contact the teacher to get their perspective on the student's needs.

How do you adapt your tutoring to the student's needs?

I pay close attention to the student's questions and take my time to answer them thoroughly. I observe the student from our first session to determine their learning style, and adapt my teaching accordingly.

What types of materials do you typically use during a tutoring session?

I use PowerPoint presentations, worksheets, Quizlet and videos to keep the student engaged and learning.