Lewis Learning Lab
About
Dr. Marilyn Lewis has worked with students from pre-school to post-doctoral for more than 30 years as a middle and high school teacher, college professor, administrator, and curriculum specialist in Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Alabama. She is a certified English teacher and holds advanced degrees in English and Education. She worked as an Education Specialist at NASA for 17 years. Her passion is helping students become better readers and writers.
Helping learners believe in themselves and discover their unique gifts and talents is her passion. She helps learners set and achieve measurable goals and work toward mastery learning. She tutors virtually via Zoom.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
How I work with students
1. Virtual meeting to introduce myself and meet the student.
2. Determine student needs, strengths and skill development needs.
3. Develop and individualized learning plan and schedule for tutoring. Share and explain plan.
4. Gain student (and parent or sponsor) concurrence with the plan.
5. Provide guidelines, timeline, and expected outcomes in writing.
6. Secure signed agreement.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
B.A, English/Education, Spelman College
M.A.T., English, Smith College
Ed.D., Instructional Leadership, University of Massachusetts
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$40per hour
How did you get started teaching?
Began teaching career as chair of the English Department at Amherst Regional Jr. High School in Amherst, MA.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all ages and abilities. I enjoy working with grades 2 through college.
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What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Students should interview their perspective teachers and share their own ideas about the kind of teacher that best suits their needs. They should freely ask questions and get to know the teacher before hiring.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
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