Math And Writing Tutoring
About
I can also tutor for flute and diatonic/chromatic music theory!
I specialize in finding different ways to explain concepts using examples, visual comparisons, or comparisons to mechanics of things the student is interested in to help them understand—most of the time, they just need to be taught differently one-on-one than the way their current teacher is able to teach them in a classroom setting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First I like to ask some questions/do some icebreakers to help us get to know each other and then ask what they specifically want help with. If they aren't sure about something specific to work on, I ask to see an assignment that they had trouble with and look at what may have gone wrong and/or what their teacher's feedback was. From there I try to appeal to things they already know to make the concept clearer to them and work them through applying the concept.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was a section leader and drum major in my high school's marching band, as well as the director of my high school's flute choir. I've done one-on-one tutoring with three students for flute, as well as just generally providing academic help to peers (and their younger siblings).
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$20-25 per hour.
How did you get started teaching?
In 8th grade, my band director asked my class to provide one-on-one instruction to some of the 6th grade band kids that were struggling. Having that experience made me realize I would enjoy teaching and led to me pursuing leadership positions in high school and majoring in music education in college.
What types of students have you worked with?
5th graders through 12th graders. I've mostly helped with math homework and writing essays (both in a narrative style and in the AP style).
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Don't be afraid to ask questions or ask to move on to something else when you're feeling overwhelmed.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What can be changed that can better accomodate me/what specifically isn't working for me?