My teaching philosophy is to never give up on anyone who is willing to learn and try again.

I would start off by asking the student what subject and section they are currently having issues with. Next I would ask them questions on the subject that may be necessary to the understanding and solving of the problems. once I believe they have the knowledge they need I would then work through an example with them. Next I ask them to work through some problems with me while I watch, and only give help once they’re stuck. My goal is to lead them to the next step, rather than just doing it for them.

I am not a teacher, I am a tutor, and I lead students to the answer so they become use to doing work on their own. I then ask questions with answers that lead them to the next step.

I would help a student stay motivated by finding out what their overall goals are, and help make clear the essentiality of what they are learning. I would defiantly use my own testimony about my personal struggles and how I made it through them even when I didn’t.

First I make sure the student has all the basic knowledge necessary for the concept. Then I would slowly work through multiple examples stopping to explain each step in detail and take questions. Then it is time for the student to work through an easy example that I haven’t.

For students with reading comprehension issues I usually give visual examples (ex: free body diagrams).

Starting off, I ask the student questions that require an understanding of necessary information. If their knowledge of the subject is sufficient then we move on to solving example problems. I usually do one or two examples myself while I explain each step I make, and next it's their turn.

It usually helps if I show my excitement for the topic. I often explain the real world applications of what I’m tutoring and mention its importance, if it’s not obvious.

The best way to prove understanding is through teaching. While they are solving examples (without my help) I like to ask them to explain what they are doing and why, as if I didn’t know the topic.

Once they have finished the examples, I like to give a timed practice test, which puts them in the most stressful environment I can personally create.

I can evaluate a student’s needs first by asking them their needs. Next the important questions I ask, along with watching them solve problems, gives me good insight into their needs.

I do so by creating example problems that target their weaknesses. I am very open minded, and will ask other tutors/professors that I know personally on techniques to help improve such weaknesses.

The main one is the internet, whether it’s a web page, a pdf, or YouTube. I also use my notes, and books from the targeted subject if I still have them available.