What is your teaching philosophy?

I believe in teaching the whole student. I like to use interactive and hands-on strategies to tutor students. I also acknowledge that different students have different learning styles, and the most effective way to teach a student is to cater to their learning style.

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

In a first session with a student, I would do some basic diagnostic tests to see where the student is at in their language. I would observe how the student learns and ask the student questions to discern how they best learn.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

A great way to help students learn independently is by organizing their schedule. I like to have students write down their work in a daily planner. I also like students to prioritize their work, according to which assignments need to be completed first. This helps motivate students to check things off their list.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

Sometimes a great way to motivate students is by giving them rewards or some incentive to continue working. Also, using more interactive activities can make learning more fun to increase motivation.