What is your teaching philosophy?

The role of the teacher is to inspire their students to want to learn. They are the foundation that can promote change through critical thinking. It is also an opportunity to help people in many different aspects. I want to help students develop their own networks and acquire skills that will help them in all their endeavors.

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

In the first session, I would do some icebreaking games. However, I would incorporate the use of the Spanish language into these exercises. This would assess their background in Spanish as well as their ability to speak in a conversational setting. I would ask them what topics they need help with. Then, I would form a plan that would help them reach their objectives.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

I can help a student become an independent learner by teaching them the necessary analytical and critical thinking skills. I would achieve this by asking students to explain their answers. This would show their all-encompassing comprehension of the theme they are studying.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

I would ask them about their goals and dreams for their future. I would then seek to explain what specific skills can be acquire though the current task. Finally, I would explain how the current task can help build success for their future endeavors.

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

I would try and relate it to concepts that they already know or aspects in their life that are familiar to them. I would combine different learning methods (i.e. auditory or visual) to assist in my tutoring session.

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

First, I would ask them to read the passage silently. Upon finishing, I would ask them to tell me what they understand and provide a short summary of what they took from the reading. Then I would ask them to point out what they did not understand. Finally, I would ask them to read it a second time aloud. After the second time I would ask them to summarize what they read. I would try to ask specific questions to make sure they understood what they read.

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

I would incorporate games and interactive learning techniques to my tutoring session. I would try to create a team based learning atmosphere. I would also attempt to explain all the possibilities that this subject create in the future.

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

I would combine the use of technology,

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

I would give many examples to explain the subject. I would ask them to supply some examples and apply the subject to something they already know. (I.e. their daily routine.). I would try to teach in a practical manner. Meaning, always relating the abstract idea to everyday life.

How do you evaluate a student's needs?

I would ask them questions. I would ask them to explain a topic, give examples relating to specific aspects of the topic and I would at the end ask them where their uncertainties lie. I would ask them how they prefer to learn in order to cater to their learning style.