
Alexandra
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Preprofessional Studies and Psychology
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Elementary School Math
MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
What is your teaching philosophy?
Teach the student, not the material. Notice where the student is at. If a student understands something, move on. If a student does not understand something, be patient and do not give up on that student.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I usually try to use the first 5-10 minutes to get to know the student, so I can get a general idea of his/her personality, likes and dislikes, and attitudes about learning. I would then spend the session figuring out how best to teach that student, i.e. with drawings, verbal explanations, practice problems, etc.