I believe that all students can learn and that each should be given equal opportunities to learn and grow.

In a first session with a student I would spend time on a personal level, getting to know him or her and what their interests are.

I can help a student become an independent learner by helping him or her believe in themselves and setting them up for success.

I would help a student stay motivated by varying the lessons. I would achieve this by using manipulatives and materials that are of interest.

If a student has difficulty learning a new skill or concept, I would change my approach, use new materials and manipulatives, and search to find an answer as to why the student is having difficulty.

To help students with reading comprehension, I would make certain that the student is reading materials at the correct level. I would make sure to offer reading materials that are of high interest.

I have found that spending time getting to know a student personally is a successful strategy.

When a student is struggling to get excited or engaged in a subject, I would make certain that I am using materials that are age and level appropriate.

I would use informal assessments to make sure that a student understands the material.

I would work to build a student's confidence in a subject by allowing him to choose materials that are engaging and able to be mastered.

I evaluate a student's needs by knowing them well, making sure that I am communicating with parents and teachers, and assessing work that is being completed.

I adapt my tutoring to the student's needs by making sure that I am on the appropriate level to assure academic success.

The materials that I use during a tutoring session vary according to the needs of the student. I use math manipulatives, videos and websites that are engaging, academic based games, and reading materials that are age and level appropriate.