
Brigette
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Elementary Education
Gymnastics, Exercising
College English
Comparative Literature
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
High School English
Homework Support
Other
PARCC Prep
Summer
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
In the first session, I would begin by getting to know my student personally by asking them questions about their interests. I have found from experience that students have fun learning and take in more information when their interests are tied with the content. After introductions, I find it important to discuss their goals, if any, or assist them in setting goals for our tutoring sessions. When students have something to work towards and successfully complete their goals, they tend to feel a greater sense of accomplishment. Goals also help guide sessions, so we are able to stay on track and maximize learning. When we have reviewed their reasons for seeking out a tutor, I would ask about their curriculum and standards (Common Core State Standards, etc.) that their school follows. They will then be able to tie what they have been learning in our session to how they are learning in the classroom. Depending on how long the student would like their first session to be, I would begin by assisting the student with the content area in which they would like to further their learning in. Resources will be reviewed and recommended at that time.