What types of materials do you typically use during a tutoring session?

I would typically contact the student beforehand to get a clear sense on what they are struggling with and what they hope to improve on during my time with them. I would then plan accordingly and come prepared with any materials needed. Some examples of materials I would come prepared with are: a small whiteboard, books, textbooks, videos, articles, and model kits.

What strategies have you found to be most successful when you start to work with a student?

I have found that getting to know the student helps with working with them. I also like to ask the student what helps them learn. If they do not know what type of learner they are, I would give them a quick quiz to assess what type of teaching works best for them. From there, I would allow the student to explain to me what they would like to improve on throughout their time with me. These strategies are very quick, but make a huge difference in how productive the session turns out to be.

What is your teaching philosophy?

To never be impatient with a student, because I definitely did not understand everything the first time it was taught. Also, to have fun, because learning something new is amazing.

What techniques would you use to be sure that a student understands the material?

The best way to see if a student understands the material is by giving them a problem or question they have not learned yet, but has all the tools for them to figure it out on their own.

How do you adapt your tutoring to the student's needs?

I have no set tutoring style. Every student is different, so I teach every one with a unique twist/alternation.

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

I would never give up. I would figure out different ways to teach the student, and make it my goal to make sure the student leaves the session feeling confident about the material.