About
Hello! Thanks for checking out my tutoring services. My name is Paige and I've been a science teacher for 20 years. I am a certified teacher of the handicap in the state of NJ and highly qualified to teach language arts and social studies as well. I've taught both high school and middle school students in an alternative private school setting. I've taught biology, chemistry, equine science and zoology. I absolutely LOVE teaching science and I especially love it when students have that "ah-ha!" moment! Science should be exciting, engaging and most of all fun! So, join me and let me help you reach your academic science goals and have fun at the same time!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Firstly, I like to get some background information on the student to help develop a good working interpersonal student/teacher relationship. I might ask them if they have a hobby or what's their favorite sport? Then I'll ask them about school. What do they like best/least? If there is a parent involved, I will ask the parent about their child's overall academic experience. Has the child found school easy, hard? Have they needed additional services? Or a 504 plan? I will ask the parent and student how they feel they learn best. I will ask where do they feel they need the most help with the subject matter. From here we can create a plan and develop goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have science degree with additional credits in education. I am a certified teacher of the handicap and am highly qualified to teach biology, chemistry, language arts and social studies.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My rates are as follows. $40/ half hour, $60/hour.
If prepaid for 3 sessions, there is a 10% discount, if prepaid for 6 sessions, there is a 15% discount. You may make up one missed session if you booked 3. You may make up 2 missed sessions if you booked 6.
If sessions are not prepaid and there is a need to cancel, the cancellation fee is 50% of the rate if not cancelled 24 hours prior to the session.
How did you get started teaching?
I began teaching in 2000 when I decided to segue from being a riding instructor to utilizing my science degree. I returned to my alma mater Delaware Valley College (now University) to earn my teaching credentials. Many of the parents of the children I taught riding lessons to would often ask me if I had considered teaching in a classroom and would often compliment me on how clear and concise my teaching style was as well as how much fun I'd have with my students.
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with students from the ages of 13 through 18, both middle school and high school. The students I've taught over the majority of my career have been students who have IEP's and were referred to an alternative school setting as they were not thriving in a regular ed classroom.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Graduation. I love seeing my students who had so many obstacles to overcome make it to graduation day. It makes me so proud of them; knowing their stories and the struggles they've endured to get to this day.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
If you are looking for a teacher for any area of expertise, a. do they love what they do? and b. do you feel they are kind and can connect with your specific academic needs?
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
The student should reflect on how they can best advocate for their own needs. Or if they aren't sure exactly what it is they need, but they know that they are struggling to know that it's ok to ask for help, simply by stating "I need help, I don't think I understand." Students can ask themselves, what about this topic is it that I don't understand? If the student can zero in on the specific need, they can ask a more specific question like, "I don't understand X and how X does this. Can you clarify this idea for me?"