Experience Summary
During my time in high school, I started going to math tutoring to work on my homework. There was one fantastic teacher, and many students. When I would finish my homework, I would help others. Later, in college, I passed math and once again found myself helping others. When a work-study position opened up, the learning assistance program hired me as an in-class tutor/teacher’s assistant. The program switched directors, and I began working one-on-one with students who required an individual instructor. During the summer, I worked for the ‘Bridge’ program wherein we assisted students who had difficulty transitioning between high school and college.
Teaching Style
I like to encourage people to pursue their potential. I hate busy-work, and try to give assignments that work on multiple levels; therefore, even if the student may not immediately see success in a trouble area, the student can be encouraged by their success in the stronger areas. I believe in tying subjects together through interdisciplinary studies. I use a method revolving around questioning and guidance, which challenges the student to be responsive, and verbally rationalize why they have come to a certain solution. This not only helps the student be engaged and active in the learning process, but also allows me to analyze the student’s thought processes.