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I think that I would be great tutor for Grade Potential because I have experience working with children of all ages. I have tutored college, middle, and high school students, taught piano to elementary school students, and worked as a nanny. As a high-achieving and dedicated student, I understand the academic, intellectual, emotional, and social challenges of being a student. I can help students learn not only to read and write better, but to love the language arts. What I learned through literature and writing was invaluable to my growth not only as a student but as a whole person. A good tutor must bring more to the table than an excellent knowledge of her subject. She must engage both the minds and hearts of her students, believe in their potential, and be committed to their progress.Undergraduate Writing and Library Research Peer Tutor - Taught undergraduate students writing and critical thinking skills in subjects ranging from comparative literature and art to biology and sociology. Assisted with library research. Created a friendly environment while providing positive feedback and a careful assessment of work and progress. Attended weekly meetings in which tutors discussed student evaluations and generated weekly goals.

I feel I would be an excellent tutor as a member of Grade Potential based on my training, academic background, current studies and experience teaching. In addition, I have a genuine affinity for English and English Literature and therefore, subjects that are in the realm of critical thinking. This passion has positively influenced the way students view and approach literature and writing under my guidance. Also, I feel that as a Ph.D. candidate I have exhibited strong self-directed characteristics and pride myself on keeping tutorial appointments and fulfilling commitments.I have been a secondary English teacher for the majority of the last 10 years. I have tutored 6th-12th grade students for all types of English based skills that range from simple grammar to critical thinking at advanced levels. I have also tutored college students as well as taught Reading and Writing classes at the community college level.

Personally, I believe that I excel in many aspects besides scholastic activities and that being a balanced person makes it easier to relate to a wide variety of people. Being balanced also allows me to relate to others struggling, as I am not a super genius or a bookworm and I know exactly how it feels to struggle or fail. I have had a lot of experience in jobs requiring personal interaction (customer service, cashier, waiter, host) and I believe one of my best qualities is my easy going friendly nature.

I would like to be a tutor for Grade Potential because it is a great opportunity to build not only my organization and educational skills in myself and my student. I love the confidence boost that comes with a student understanding a subject topic and applying the skills that I teach them. I will admit that there is room for improvement in my teaching skills- I am a self-sufficient learner, therefore, it may be difficult for me at times to explain something, but that it what this job is all about, to build my skills and the student as well. I am responsible and take every task I am given seriously.

Teaching has always been my passion. I love seeing a child's eyes light up when they finally understand something, and knowing that I was the one to help them connect all of the dots. I am a very upbeat person and enjoy a variety activities. I think I can relate to others on many different levels. That, to me, is one of the many things that makes a great teacher. Furthermore, I have always prided myself on achieving great grades through hard work. As a student, everything did not always come naturally; however, I have a very natural drive to succeed in all aspects of life. I know what it is like to have to work very hard for something you want. Additionally, I have my own reliable transportation and live a very organized, punctual lifestyle. I will always be early to an appointment.

I would make a great tutor because I have a proven track record of teaching experience. A majority of my students enjoyed my teaching style. The feedback they provided also indicated that I am skilled at explaining difficult material in a plain, easy to understand manner. I can provide information on evaluation surveys completed by the students I taught at my university in London. The evaluations were overwhelmingly positive. I can also provide a letter of recommendation and support from the professor I taught the most courses for during my doctoral work. Additionally, I just love teaching. I have a cooperative approach in which I work with students to help them understand challenging material as well as develop the critical reading and analytical skills needed to succeed in the future. Not teaching this year makes me miss being in the classroom. I am highly motivated to help educate students in whatever way I can. Not only can I help students learn and pass courses essential to their academic success, I can further hone my skills as an educator. One on one instruction is an excellent format for both goals to be achieved.

I feel very confident in my understanding of the material for the courses I have listed and in my ability to communicate my understanding to others as well. The best way I believe to help a student on a math question is to first allow them to do the problem without any assistance. Then go back and explain to them where they made their mistake and why that was the incorrect thing to do. Then give them multiple similar problems to work through that they were struggling with and with each one they will continue to improve. Being reliable will never be an issue with me. When I commit to doing something I give it my all and will do my absolute best to help the student improve. Canceling, showing up late, or missing appointments is unacceptable.

There are several reasons why i would be a good tutor with you:First, my experience working with students as a tutor. I have perfected my methods of passing knowledge to students. I am able to meet them at their needs and gently help them understand tough concepts. I know how valuable it is to listen to my students. Sometimes, the difficulty a student has may be stemming from wrong assumptions they are making rather than hard new conepts.Secondly, I have very good communication skills and I am able to develope good relationship with students. Young people like movies, sports and games so I occassionly break for a minute or two and discuss my student's interest apart from school.Thirdly, I know my material. I can tutor all the subjects I have indicated at a moments notice. All I'd need to do is to understand my students difficulty.Fourth, I am very optimistic and smile alot. I inspire confidence and people who know me love my company.Fifth, I love tutoring. I derive alot of satisfaction from working with young students.