Joseph G.

• Grand Junction, CO 81501 ( 19 mi )
• Musical Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $40.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Guitar

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Read More About Joseph G...

As a teacher, I believe my greatest success comes, not when I set goals for my students and push them towards MY goals, but when I simply facilitate my students pursuit of his/her own personal goals. In my first lesson, I always ask my student what he/she wants to accomplish and work together with them to set short and long term goals that will allow them to pursue learning they way THEY want to. I believe that practice should be enjoyable! I always make sure to use whatever music my student enjoys listening to as a means to teach the foundational skills that are required when playing any form of music. I am patient and encouraging, and I love jamming and having fun with my students as an alternative means of teaching.
As a lifelong musician, I have always allowed my passion for music to drive me towards excellence in a variety of instruments. I have played guitar for 10 years and ... read more

Kristin F.

• Clifton, CO 81520 ( 19.7 mi )
• Musical Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $49.00 /hr

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I believe everyone has the ability to learn and that this truth is one of our defining qualities as humans. The problem arises when we expect the human mind to work in the same way in every individual, when we attempt to use the same strategies to teach the differing learning styles. I begin with each person by learning myself. I need to know what learning style works best for that person, what has been tried in the past, and his/her successes and failures. At all times, when one person is working with another, and especially when one is in the position of aiding another, we must only speak those things which encourage and edify. Professionalism, respect, tenderness, and refinement are my trademarks as an instructor.
While earning my Bachelor of Arts degree in Creative Writing, I served as a tutor in general education at the elementary level. I have often contributed to the c ... read more

Brad F.

• Grand Junction, CO 81507 ( 20.1 mi )
• Musical Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $41.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Vocals

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A Little Bit About Me...

Scaffolding and positive reinforcement describes my teaching style; combined with a healthy dose of humor and individual, associative modeling. Learning should be fun and challenging. Busy work doesn't have to take such a negative connotation.
My experience is as broad as it is varied. When I taught at Sylvan, I taught every course they needed me to. When I taught professionally, I taught teams of scientists and then instructional designers. I'm comfortable with all ages and backgrounds.