What is your teaching philosophy?

My teaching philosophy is that all students can learn anything with the right instruction, materials, and support! Learning should be fun and engaging, and that way every student can accomplish their academic goals!

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

The first thing I would do is learn about the student, and figure out what areas they need help with. I would use a variety of assessments to determine what the student already knows, and what they still need to learn. I would make sure the first session is fun and engaging, so I can start building a strong relationship with my student, which allows me to support them in their learning as best as I possibly can!

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

Successful tutoring and teaching is all about scaffolding. Building up from where the student is, while making them do the "heavy lifting" when it comes to the actual academic work. You don't want to make things too hard for the student all at once, or else they will get discouraged. The best strategy is to go step-by-step, making each part of the learning process fun and enjoyable, while also challenging the student to continue to improve. This is the best way to support students and allow them to become independent learners!

How would you help a student stay motivated?

I make sure my students stay motivated by making learning fun! I make sure to use different strategies and materials, so that students stay interested in the work, and want to continue trying their best!

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

If a student is struggling to learn a specific skill or concept, I would tap into what kind of learner they are (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc.) and use the corresponding materials and strategies that are best for them. This will help them take in the information easily, and not overwhelm them in a negative way.