Think Outside The Classroom
About
My service will come with a smile and encouragement. I'm not here to judge or make you feel dumb because I have felt that from tutors and it never helps. We're going to use what you're good at to help you strengthen your other skills.
I enjoy quoting Tik Toks and Vines. It makes learning more fun!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Forming and Norming.
I get to know the student and assess them on their entry level knowledge and confidence. My approach is purely strengths-based and I prefer scaffolding to ensure the student is ready to move on.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Studied Secondary English Education at Indiana University- Bloomington. Graduated and went into a field related to college and career preparation.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Hourly
How did you get started teaching?
I believe education is the tool we all need to overcome the difficulties in life. Children got me interested in teaching, but when I realized the classroom was not where my skills could be best applied I decided to start tutoring. Hopefully this will help me make a greater impact on each learner.
What types of students have you worked with?
ESL (Hispanic)
Low-income, Low SES
Middle School
High School
Late Elementary
Students with Intervention/IEP for general anxiety, depression, ADHD, etc
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I have the funniest, goofiest, and wildest mentee I could have asked for in life. She is a high school Junior who at the beginning of November celebrated her birthday. What made her birthday special for me was getting to take her to an expensive cake place so she could get balloons, desserts, and a huge sugar high-- the whole experience was something she had never had before! Without other birthday parties or celebrations, this one will definitely go down as a top childhood birthday. Fun things like that make it easier to talk to her when things go "wrong," and I hope to keep building a bond with her so she can continue to see me as someone who is reliable and cares for her goals.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
When it comes to Language Arts and Social Sciences you should definitely be looking for someone with high EI (Emotional Intelligence). These fields require emotion and the ability to express those emotions, as well as empathy and communication.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What is your biggest strength in your classes?
What is your biggest barrier in your classes?
Have you set SMART goals for what you're trying to accomplish?
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What is it that's confusing me?
How do I think the teacher can help me with xyz problem?
Are there other people in the room or school who can help me with xyz problem?
How am I going to do better next time I am struggling with xyz problem?