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• A strength I possess, which I feel is frequently underestimated, is the ability to listen and form a strong foundation for interpersonal connection. As a former private tutor in high school, I always made a priority to listen and observe a student’s weakness and assess the situation appropriately. I feel that a student’s weaknesses are frequently left unaddressed and a sort of static pedagogy is predominate in the field of tutoring and learning assistance. I make my main priority to understand the student on a deeper level in order to let the student focus more on processing the material.Another talent I possess is an ability to explain concepts in great detail. I demand a solid foundation of my knowledge on a subject before exams in order to meet any challenge that is presented to me. I also try to instill this in various people I tutor and my peers as I explain concepts, especially in chemistry.I would be a reliable person in keeping my appointments, because I value the progress that my students have made and feel a need to continue in aiding their progress.

I enjoy helping students attain excellence .....especially at Math. Since I am pursuing a degree in secondary teaching, and have three years prior experience of tutoring, I'm dedicated to my students and feel as if their success is dependent on my committment to their achievement of success.Three years K-12 tutoring: One year with A+, 2 Years with Tree of Knowledge, Presently with the Keep Hope Alive Projects.

I would be a good tutor because I am very receptive to the different ways students learn. I know different approaches work with different students and I will find the best academic strategies for each student. I will also equip students to self-evaluate how they learn best so they can apply those strategies in the future.

What makes me a good tutor is not mastery of the subject. In fact, what makes any tutor worth their salt has less to do with their knowledge of the subject than their ability to relate that knowledge to another person. This self-evident fact sheds light on the problem of hiring a quality tutor: it is easier to assess what a person knows than how well they can teach what they know. All that being said, what makes me a good tutor is that I teach my students HOW to think, not WHAT to think. With a background in philosophy, this distinction is personally important to me. "Teach a man to fish..." is the sort of thinking which drives my method. Having studied psychology and worked with children for years, I've garnered a solid amount of patience which helps me cater to the specific needs of each individual student. What makes me reliable is the fact that my loyalty is always to my students. Nothing is more important to me than educating future generations.

I am a historically diligent and hard worker. I am only satisfied when I know that I've done a great job and the people around me are also satisfied and have their needs met. I always look for a solution to difficult problems long after others have given up. It is rare that I meet a challenge I cannot face. However, I am not fool- hardy. I do know when to let go and try a different approach when the current method is not working.I apply this multifaceted problem solving method to all of my tutoring. If I am working with a student and they are struggling with a particular point or explanation, then I take the time to explain it to them in different ways until my student understands what is going on. Mostly, I rely on the student's previous knowledge to get through a problem. First, I ask the student to reflect on the question they are asking me. This allows them to stimulate their own problem solving process. When they are close to a solution, I nudge them in the right direction. If the student is completely lost, I walk them through it, questioning them at each step. I always give them a chance to trust their own abilities first. To me, the student-centered approach is the best way to build life long learners and solutionaries.

I have always liked working with kids. It is the main reason why I decided to pursue a career in teaching. I'm currently in the process of applying to the Teaching Credential Program offered at CSUN and have passed the CSET Exam in the subject areas I will be tutoring.I have 3 years of experience as a Bookkeeper for a private company so I can be very reliable in terms of keeping appointments and being on time.

I am an avid and passionate learner, and I think that goes hand in hand with teaching. I have my own learning style, and I recognize that others do as well. I have always respected great teachers, and I have come to notice that these teachers are the ones who adjust their teaching style to better fit students' needs. My mother taught for most of her life and all of mine, and I have directly seen students who would have otherwise dropped out of school become encouraged and ambitious in their pursuit of an education. I have helped out in her classroom by editing papers other small tasks, and I've found the work fulfilling. I've learned to be patient and flexible, but most importantly, to never do the student's work for them. Though being knowledgeable is a great advantage, it is not everything. I know that no matter how much information is stored up in my brain, it is useless without effective communication. I tend to tutor more on technique than on material. I work with students to find better ways of memorizing information, approaching problems, or absorbing concepts rather than just telling them what to write down. This way, they can eventually teach themselves. Like I said, I can be flexible with this, and if your company embraces a certain teaching style, I can adopt that as well. I am responsible, organized, and punctual. I respect others' time and make sure not to inconvenience those I work with. I have never had negative disciplinary action at any of my previous jobs and I intend to keep it that way.

I have written three books and worked for seventeen years as an assistant to writers in Hollywood (typing and proofreading scripts). I am an adult, likely the age of most of my students' parents, yet still able to relate to the students. I am a professional.I have tutored the PSAT, SAT, ACT and SAT Literature subject tests for seven years privately and at various prep test companies.