Marcy
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: Colorado College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature
Graduate Degree: University of Wisconsin Madison - Masters, French Literature
Dance, music, yoga, hiking, skiing, puzzles, reading, travel, foreign languages.
What is your teaching philosophy?
As a tutor, I start by getting to know my students. With an understanding of their goals, interests, and concerns, I can provide the right kind of academic support. I believe students do best when they enjoy learning, and I try to make tutoring sessions fun and engaging as well as challenging and helpful.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I begin by asking questions and listening. I want to get a sense of what my student really needs and wants. Then I explain how I think we should proceed (for example, what types of resources or what the 'big picture' plan looks like.) I check with the student to see that this sounds like a good plan. Then, we dive into material. I want new students to leave the first session feeling that they're on the right track and looking forward to the next session.