
Erica
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: Our Lady of the Lake University - Bachelors, English
Singing, Playing Guitar, performing music with a band. And watching movies.
Adult ESL/ELL
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Writing
High School English
High School Writing
Middle School Reading
Middle School Reading Comprehension
Middle School Writing
Music
Music Recording
Other
Songwriting
STAAR EOC Prep
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Vocal Training
Voice
What is your teaching philosophy?
My teaching Philosophy is student-centered, and I like to teach my students how to be independent thinkers and learners. I have more of a guided approach to teaching. I believe in incorporating modeling, visual, and auditory aspects to my teaching approach. I also believe that the teacher is not always right and the student has much to teach me as well. It's more of a two-way street philosophy of learning.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I would have a fun warm-up or icebreaker to get comfortable with the student. I'd do an introductory lesson that's getting to know the student's likes and interests. An informal assessment to see where the student is at and what they may need help with on future lessons so I can see strengths and weaknesses.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
Teaching them to become organized. A daily agenda. Setting Goals. Learning from past mistakes.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
Don't set them up for failure. Make lessons fun and explain directions before an activity. Hands-on activities.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
Give examples. Draw a picture. Whatever it takes to make them understand. Breaking it down in steps. Have the student repeat what they have learned or show me what they already understand.