Experience Summary
I am interested in tutoring because I have a passion to see others reach their educational goals, be it at the elementary, high school, or college level, and I have the hands-on experience necessary to help students that struggle in their coursework. During my three semesters as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, I learned the value of one-on-one interaction with people, and I believe this experience would help me to connect with and relate to students. During my educational experience, the courses I have taken have given me the background necessary to instruct students in various aspects of biology, whereas my appointment as a Teaching Assistant has given me the personal skills to help students that require assistance.
Teaching Style
In my teaching experience, I preferred small or one-on-one settings, which enabled me to get to know the student so I knew how to address their specific needs, but also allowed the student to become more comfortable with asking questions. In situations where I had to teach one-on-one, I made sure to start off by finding out what the student already understood about the subject at hand, so I could build off of previous knowledge and understanding. This way, the student never feels like they don’t know anything, which builds their confidence and allows them to perform better in their studies.