About
I have a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Spanish Education and have four years of teaching experience. I also enjoy being a regular adult leader of the youth (grades 7-12) at my church. My passion for young people and empowering them to recognize their potential fuels the way I engage with and challenge my students to persevere when the content gets tough. My teaching strategies are based in research and learned experience.
Tutoring is an excellent way for you to help your children achieve success in their classes while still empowering them to truly do the work themselves and learn the content. The best part of teaching is witnessing the moment when a child understands the material. As your tutor, I will help your child work through the material and analyze the best way to approach improving grades and understanding in their class(es). I'm very passionate about teaching, our youth, and the betterment of our community.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We would typically start with analyzing where the student is and where the student wants to be. Forming short and long term goals are very important.
Next, we'd dig into the material and discuss what areas are the highest priority. After breaking down goals and areas to study, we'd then discuss best ways to study.
Before leaving the first sesson, it would be best to lay out some sort of regular schedule for tutoring sessions and debrief on first session.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Qualifications for private tutoring:
- BA in Secondary Spanish Education class of 2016
- 1 year Experience Teaching middle school-aged students
- High School Sunday Morning Discussion Leader at Local Church
- Confirmation Guide at Local Church
- Substitute Teacher within Olathe Public School District (Middle-High School)
- 3 years Experience as a High School Spanish Teacher
- Assistant High School Track Coach Spring 2017
- Sigma Delta Pi National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society Member
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$35/one hour session
$55/two hour session
How did you get started teaching?
I started tutoring Spanish in High School. When in college, I pursued Secondary Spanish Education and truly found my passion to teach while volunteering with English Talk, a nonprofit based in Argentina, where I helped teach local residents English through organic and structured conversation. My student teaching experience in the Denver Public School System in Colorado only verified my vocation to teach.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with gifted students, those with vaious learning disabilities and students with social/emotional challenges.
The majority of my experience has been in a public school classroom ranging from individual study sessions to a classroom with 32 students.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I recently went to Yosemite National Park and enjoyed my time there! It's a breathtakingly beautifu place. I saw four bears! 🐻
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for someone who has your best interest at heart. Tutors are there to SERVE the STUDENT. Be specific and clear about what you want from your tutor so there is no room for confusion or error about expectations. All good tutors will have some sort of game plan in mind. Just be sure you're on the same page before you begin.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Do I know why I am not succeeding in my class(es)?
What can I do to improve my grade?
Am I using productive and efficient study habits?
Am I attentive and present in class?
Do I ask questions in class?
Have I been doing my assigned work?