
Samuel: Lakeland tutor
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Undergraduate Degree: University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 32
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What is your teaching philosophy?
A teacher should not be some mere authority figure who just gives information. A teacher should be a friend who has passion, humor (my favorite), and the ability to make the learning process feel less like a chore.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I would spend most, or all, of the first session getting to know the student on a personal level. What are they passionate about? What is their learning style? What are their personal strengths and weaknesses? These kinds of questions are crucial to establishing a connection, and establishing a connection is crucial to making each session not feel like a burden.