Olivia
Background Checked
BFA
Richmond
English (Native), German (Fluent) +1
Description
Olivia is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, holding a BFA with specializations in Drawing, Photography, and Fashion Design. She offers tutoring in Reading, Writing, foundational Math and Science, and beginner French and German.
With a patient, excitable, and persistent approach, Olivia is dedicated to providing students with engaging one-on-one learning experiences. She understands the challenges students face, particularly recalling her experience tutoring children during the pandemic who were burnt out from large online classes. During her time at RISD, Olivia served as a teaching assistant for numerous professors, instructing courses in drawing, photography, and research. Her diverse TA roles included Intro to Digital Photography, Darkroom Photography, and Pre-College Apparel, demonstrating her ability to teach a wide range of artistic skills and guide students through creative processes. She loves showing students new skills, resources, and providing them with inspiration.
Olivia also draws on practical experience assisting with grant, job, and college applications, further enhancing her ability to support students beyond academic coursework. Having lived in Germany for four years, she achieved near-fluency in both German and French, and can confidently assist students with speaking, grammar, and spelling in these languages. Her comprehensive background enables her to tailor lessons that excite students about learning and help them thrive.
Education & Certifications
Olivia holds a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design (2020), where she specialized in Drawing, Photography, and Fashion Design. She gained extensive experience as a teaching assistant in multiple college-level courses during her studies at RISD.
Grades & Levels
Kindergarden
Middle School
Highschool
College
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