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The core of my work with students is building a safe, quality relationship that creates a foundation for academic success. I meet students where they are and work to scaffold, building steps, so each can reach higher levels of performance. In addition, I'm a strong believer in multiple approaches, knowing every student has an unique learning style. Being a part of a person's educational and life journey is a gift. I often hear from students from many years ago and this joy is simply irreplaceable.
I believe that I pointed that out in my response above, but I would reiterate relationship, success, meaningful learning...and I also enjoy the creativity involved in meeting individual needs.
I have taught first through fourth grade and currently teach a range of college courses. It proves to remind me that what individuals learn along the way has a far-reaching impact.
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What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Finding out what the student's goals and objectives are and how they'll know when they've reached these.
Introductory conversation or meet up to get a sense of the student and how they learn best.
Talk about my approach and ask them to consider if they feel we are a match.
Determine current performance levels and strengths of student.
Present a couple ideas for first session to gauge what resonates with the student.
Ongoing and honest/open communication throughout duration of working together so adjustments can be made as necessary.
Provide excellent, quality, thoughtful service.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I hold a BA in Sociology and a MIT (master degree in teaching), numerous hours of professional development, well over 90 credits of continued education. I have worked with a wide range of curriculum materials, learned and utilized a plethora of teaching strategies. I have taught grades one through four [12 years as FT certified teacher], substitute teaching, working as an instructional assistant, mentored new teachers, and in my 6th year teaching college courses. I have worked with diverse groups of people, those learning an additional language, multiple levels of skill sets-and believe not just in equality but EQUITY.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I like to find out what the needs are before creating a price point. For example, weekly art tutoring could be material intensive and therefore my fee would take this into consideration. In addition, I would consider whether we will be online, if I travel or the student travels. There are multiple factors to consider. That being said, I have learned to value my ability and education level, as well as my experience- and this enters the equation as well.
With the current financial hardships I would take a certain number of students at a reduced rate.