Nicholas
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree:年代anta Clara University- Bachelors, History
年代AT Writing: 710
年代AT Subject Test in U.S. History: 750
Music, Skiing, Outdoors, Soccer
American Literature
AP US History
College English
College Level American History
College Level American Literature
Comparative Literature
High School English
High School Level American History
High School Level American Literature
Homework Support
Latin America History
Other
年代tudy Skills
年代tudy Skills and Organization
US History
What is your teaching philosophy?
I believe an important aspect of motivating a student is giving them a sense of personal achievement and growth through their education and learning. Once we have established a subject and area which needs improvement, the student and I will work towards contextualizing the information in a way which gives them personal satisfaction and a greater understanding of the subject in the modern world through their learning.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
During a first session, the student and I will first get to know each other on a personal level. We will discuss hobbies and interests outside of the classroom in order to better understand each other and how we can help each other's learning throughout the process. Then we will discuss the subject, and, most importantly, areas within the subject, where the student is both comfortable and uncomfortable. Finally, I will ask the student how he/she would like to grow as a student from our sessions working together. Following this session, I will be able to carefully craft a lesson plan moving forward that works best for the student's weaknesses and aspirations.