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

In a first session, I generally like to talk to the student to find out where they believe they stand in the subject matter. I also like to complete a few small tasks to help myself gauge where the student is. I feel that open tutor-student communication is key to creating the best learning environment.

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

The best way that I have found to help a student overcome difficulties learning a new concept is to apply the concept in some way that interests them. With many boys, I have found that it is helpful to relate probability to football drafts and Fantasy Football.