Experience Summary
During the last two years of my undergraduate career I worked as an Arabic and Economics tutor in the Academic Resource Center at Tufts University. With respect to Arabic, I worked with Beginner and Intermediate level students - extensively using Al-Kitaab. Being dyslexic, I have an intimate knowledge of the difficulties that dyslexic students face when learning a new language, especially with an abjad like Arabic. I also have considerable "teaching" experience due to my time working as a personal trainer.
Teaching Style
As a student, I understand the importance of a good teacher. I always try and help the student find and correct their own mistakes, rather than merely giving them the corrections. I have found that the listening is one of the most important tools that a tutor has at their disposal: in my experience, the student knows where their weaknesses and difficulties lie, even if they are unable to articulate the problem areas. Therefore, as a tutor, I always try and listen carefully to the student and adapt the lesson to each students respective needs.
Other Comments
In addition to Arabic, I am fluent in both English and Urdu.
| Arabic |
 This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Experienced
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| I have considerable experience with Arabic and Arab culture. In addition to majoring in International Relations and Arabic at Tufts University, I lived in the Middle East for nine years and traveled across the region. |
| Dyslexia |
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| As a dyslexic student myself, I have intimate knowledge of the possible difficulties with learning a new language. |
| Study Skills |
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| Working as a tutor in the Academic Recourse Center, I have considerable experience assisting in the improvement of study methods. |
| World History |
Proficiency: I know the basics
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| I received a 7 in Higher Level History in my International Baccalaureate exams, in addition to a 790 on AP World History. Throughout my undergraduate career I specialized in the history of the Middle East and South Asia, with an emphasis on the 20th century. |