I was a full-time tutor for 3 years between 2009 and 2011 teaching both primary and secondary school students English and Math until I joined my current job as a special needs teacher. I see tuition as a platform for students to not only clarify their doubts in academic subjects but also to constantly learn and practice what has been taught. As a tutor, my main aim is to provide a fun learning environment so that students enjoy the process of learning and studying. Adding on, being a special needs teacher teaching autistic students has taught me to be adaptive to each student's learning abilities. Modifying the lessons and including more hands on activities is one such way.
I am able to commit immediately. Looking at long-term projects. Weekends preferred. Weekday nights subjective to availability as I have night classes twice a week.
Rapport Building
It is crucial for a student to see a friend in the tutor. That is when a student will not hesitate to raise any questions and clarify any doubts with regards to the subjects taught. As for parents, it is essential for a tutor to update them on their child's progress. I will usually provide certain tips for parents to help their child enhance their learning especially for math.
Keeping Up with Curriculum
When I have the time, I will look through my nephews' and nieces' books to have an idea of the curriculum. Besides that, I also head to bookstores to browse through assessment books and textbooks. I am comfortable with teaching lower primary math and English for all levels including secondary students.
As a Good Tutor
A good tutor must be able to understand that each child is a unique individual. It s essential to build a rapport with the students so that they will enjoy the lessons and not see it as a chore to attend classes. A good tutor will think of ways to enhance the students learning.
