What is your teaching philosophy?

Every student learns differently, and it is my philosophy to tailor each lesson to the student. I prefer cooperative lessons which emphasize student participation, and I try to always make sure he or she stays engaged and understands the lesson.

What might you do in a typical first session with a student?

The first session with a student should mainly be an exercise in getting to know one another and finding out the student's strengths and weaknesses, both in general learning style and in the specific subject-related knowledge, so that I can then form an effective lesson plan.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

It is important that a student sets goals for herself and takes incremental steps to reach them. I would recommend studying for a short time every day to familiarize oneself with the subject material and to boost the chances of moving that knowledge to long-term memory.