Dwight B.
- Maryville, TN 37803 ( 27.4 mi )
- Chess Tutor
- Male
- Member Since: 07/2010
- Will travel up to 30 miles
- Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
- I am a Certified Teacher
- Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education
A Little Bit About Me...
I enjoy teaching and working with elementary aged children. I love those moments when, after much effort, the light of understanding dawns in a student's eyes. When it comes to how children acquire knowledge, I believe it is very important to help them build new knowledge based upon their prior knowledge and experiences. I am aware of the different ways that children learn and attempt to structure my approach in tutoring to match those learning style differences. Finally, I believe that building a positive relationship with both the pupil and his/her parents is crucial in fostering academic progress.
Since I earned my K-6 teaching license, I have worked with children in several different instructional/mentor/tutoring positions. I worked as a teaching assistant in Fifth Grade and First Grade. At the same time, I was also the Education Director for the local Boys and Girls Club. I ... read more