Reiss's Pieces Tutor Time

I take the time to get to know your student and find out what makes them unique. I want to be able to relate to them on a deeper level. This "get to know you" process allows me to understand their personality quirks and see how their mind functions as well as create a rapport with them that leads to trust and them communicating more openly with me about their struggles; it has proven to be very positive with all of my clients.

Been tutoring for five years. I've worked with kids as young as five to adults in college working on their degrees. Additionally, I've worked with many individuals who have a variety of learning disabilities from ADD/ADHD to autism and slow processing disorder, making me very equipped to deal with any person who may need my services. I've also done long term subbing assignments at different high schools in different subjects, so I'm useed to dealing with many personalities and controlling lots of individuals at once.

Standard pricing begins at $35 an hour, if there are multiple people or groups then it is more and will need to be negotiated.

I'd always loved teaching and sharing knowledge. After I got my MFA it seemed natural to use my knowledge to help others and I decided to keep on using it ever since.

All kinds! K through college, learning disabilities, boys and girls, you name it I've probably encountered it!

I was long term subbing at a high school, and a parent was trying to desperately help his teenage daughter out because her grades were less than average. I'd offered to tutor her after class on some assignments, and just kept communication open with the parent as best I could. I did weekly check ins, told them about the assignments we had upcoming, and repeatedly offered my assistance. At the end of the semester the parent said I was the best teacher, by far, his daughter ever had in terms of communication and compassion. It was very sweet.

Advocate for yourself, if you're looking for yourself. If you don't click with someone, find someone new, you owe it to you. If you're a student whose parents are looking for a tutor, remember that your parents are doing it because they care. The best thing you can do throughout this whole process of finding a tutor that fits for you is to communicate with your parents, but start with gratitutde first. From there talk about your tutor, did you like how your interaction went, were they respectful, were they knowledgeable, did they actually impart helpful tips that you could take into your every day life? Really reflect on the interaction because a good tutor can enhance grades and a bad one can deflate them.

As a teacher, I always appreciated it when students could communicate their needs clearly to me and not make demands. Most teachers are more than willing to figure out solutions to any problem, however once unneccessary stipulations are made then it becomes frustrating for educators. Simply, be clear and transparent.