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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I think it's important to have a strong working relationship with my students. I first like to get to know a little bit about my students, their likes and dislikes, and what style of learning works best for them. Then we can establish learning goals, and outline a general curriculum with objectives/ goals/ and outcomes.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a undergraduate degrees in Philosophy and History, where I learned how to write undergraduate level humanities papers. In addition, I took a course in undergraduate writing tutoring, and I was an undergraduate writing tutor.
After my undergraduate degree, I joined Teach for America, where I underwent an intensive, summer long teaching-training program. Afterwards, I was placed as a 5th grade teacher of science and social studies. As a Teach for America corp member, I attended weekly professional development geared towards developing excellent curriculum design and classroom management skills.
In my third year of teaching, I was selected to be a participant in the Teaching and Leadership Institute of Oklahoma, where I received weekly 1:1 high-level teacher coaching.
How did you get started teaching?
I started formally teaching with Teach for America, and was placed in Tulsa, OK in Tulsa Public Schools.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with undergraduate students across curriculums and ability-levels. I have also worked with 5th graders in an urban school setting.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for a tutor who has real teaching experience. With real classroom teaching experience, tutors have an ability to lesson plan, and tailor instruction to specific individual needs.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
1. What specific assignments do you have trouble with?
2. What kinds of assignments come more naturally to you?
3. What do you believe are your greatest academic strenghts? What about your weaknesses?
4. Who has been your best teacher? What made them your best teacher?
5. How do you like to receive feedback?
6. What outcomes do you want to gain from your tutoring?