Kathleen
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Urban Studies
Graduate Degree: University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Social Services Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 33
Long distance running, reading, watching movies
College English
Comparative Literature
High School English
What is your teaching philosophy?
I believe that teaching and learning are both collaborative processes. Both parties need to be engaged and active in the process. I like to start with what the student does know, and does understand, and meet them where they are at, so we can work together to build more knowledge and comprehension.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
In a first session, my first goal is to get to know the student. I want to know what helps them learn as well as what type of things impede learning. I also want to get to know their academic and personal strengths, as well as the areas in which they hope to improve.
What strategies have you found to be most successful when you start to work with a student?
When I first meet a new student, it's important to me to learn their goals- both immediate academic goals, and longer term educational and career goals. I feel that clearly stated goals are huge keys to success when working with a student. Furthermore, I like to get to know students by starting a discussion about their learning history. What teaching styles have worked for them and why? What styles have not worked? How can I best serve your learning needs?