
Casey
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: New York University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 34
Writing, netflix, hanging out with my friends, all that fun stuff :)
Homework Support
Other
Social Sciences
Summer
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
Figure out the student's level of comprehension. What does he or she know so far? It is also important to set realistic goals and expectations that we can achieve in a reasonable amount of time, so the student can see his or her progress.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
Figure out his or her learning style. Visual learners need to employ different tactics than audio learners, etc. The most important tool for any student to succeed is confidence!
How do you help students who are struggling with reading comprehension?
Underline, underline, underline! Taking a challenging passage one sentence at a time may seem daunting, but it's the easiest way to break down a paragraph for reading comprehension. It's important that the student read the questions first, so that he or she knows what to look for when reading.
What types of materials do you typically use during a tutoring session?
Some form of practice exam (in the instance of test preparation) if applicable, or sample questions. I also like to bring in a variety of different resources on the topic of today's lesson focus that approach the concepts in a variety of different ways.
What is your teaching philosophy?
Patience is key! As a tutor, it's my job to help you, and if I can't do that it reflects poorly on me, not the student. The most important thing, for me, is to believe in my student's abilities and encourage their confidence in themselves.