A + Tutoring Program Analysis

While in High School, I was involved in the Peer Tutoring program. Although I had already been involved with the several other programs, I knew from an early age that a Special Education teacher was what I wanted to do. Helping students achieve their goals and help them to succeed in life was my true calling. But the desire to help the most challenged student drove me beyond regular education. The memories of my Peer tutoring experience kept me striving to be a

The leadership project in course EL-7235, Workforce and Economic Development consisted of identifying a problem, trend, issue or innovation related to the workforce and economic development that affects community colleges. The problem, trend, issue or innovation was to be discussed in detailed, connecting to theory, policy and or practice used in the community college setting to address the selected topic. In addition, conducting a comprehensive review of literature concerning the topic and enhancing the review of literature with field research at a community college were included. Moreover, a presentation of the problem, trend, issue, or innovation research combined with the theory, policy, or findings on how research dealt

What impact do you believe has been made with your tutee through the one-on-one support by you as a trained tutor?

As I have grown as a professional particularly over the past four years working with gifted learners, I recognize many lessons learned to improve my practice. My approach is less teacher directed and more student led blocks. I start with a brief mini-lesson for the topic of the day giving a few tips (as you can see in my whole group video clip). There is a short session of guided practice during this acquiring knowledge portion of the lesson. The bulk of the time then is given to investigations where I facilitate meaning making. Providing challenging tasks that I do not solve for or with them has given new excitement to my classroom. The level of engagement has skyrocketed. Conversations among students has given opportunity to build deep understanding on pre-algebra content. I have no students in academic support and none have failed their end-of-the year testing which is amazing given the complexity of our curriculum. Across the state, the 8th grade math assessment is one of the lowest performing end of the year tests. I am confident my experiences in the reflective cohort, balanced assessment committee, and gifted course work/Praxis time investments leading to endorsements had an impact on student learning.

Last year, I joined Relay Tutor Corps not really knowing what to expect. Little did I know, it would change my life forever. Prior to attending Tulane, I had never considered teaching as a future career path. After taking a class with Dean Cross I became enthralled with public education in New Orleans. She was so passionate about education and the need to help change and fix certain components. Just a few short weeks into tutoring, I knew my vision for my future had changed. Every week I was eager to get in the classroom. With my 5th grade students, I immediately built a relationship. They learned to trust me and work with me. Together we were able to turn frustration into positive energy that went into their work. However, my 8th graders were

I am an AVID Tutor at my old high school Sierra Vista High School in Baldwin Park. This is going to be my second year working at SVHS and so far I love working at this school and helping the students. I work with sophomore, junior and, senior students. AVID is a college readiness program designed to help students develop the skills they need to be successful in college. It is also a program that motivates students to try to go to college. As an AVID tutor, I am responsible for helping the students by tutoring them in small groups in a specific subject matter (Math-History) by using homework/lesson discussion in groups. We use the Socratic questioning to get students to think critically about a problem they are struggling on and help them when they really cannot solve the question they have. I try to find resources (videos, notes, textbooks) to help the students get a better understanding of their question. Every Friday I grade

“There are over 600 single mothers in Bradford County” (Admin.). These women struggle daily with having to raise their children, having to work, and going back to school if they so choose. These women need a helping hand. With the collaboration of The Wise Ones, the What-a-Hoot-Tutoring-Program will be able to give them the help they need. This program will be a helping hand to single moms who have difficulties in their classes. The will be tutored in between their classes and this program will help them to go through school while being less stressed. The Wise Ones is a babysitting program for single moms who can’t find someone to watch their children while they go to class. After the moms drop off their children they have a choice to stay after their class to get extra help with the choice of a tutor. What-a-Hoot-Tutoring-Program is a great way to help single mothers succeed in school.

Our tutoring program is a big success as it pairs NHS members with students who are struggling in certain subject areas. As scholarship is another pillar of NHS, our members take their schoolwork very seriously and they are some of the brightest students in their classes. This tutoring program allows them to give back to our Holmdel High School community by imparting some of their knowledge to struggling students. Their service and time does not go unnoticed as they often have to give up their free time during study hall, lunch, or even after school. One of my fondest memories while being a tutor was when I had to help a younger student study for an Algebra test. I was a bit nervous before our session that I wouldn’t be able to help her understand the subject matter, but we went through her review packet question by question and to my relief I was able to explain the material to her with ease and give her advice on how to solve them, as well as testing tips and strategies that she could use. After our session was over I was glad I was able to help her, but really didn’t think anything of it. I had kind of forgot about our tutoring session when two weeks later, the girl I tutored came up to me with a huge smile on her face telling me she got a 100 on her test and told me she couldn’t have done it without

I have learned how to ask better questions and to talk to my teachers when I need help or do not understand the concept well. I make sure that I have a relationship with my teachers and introduce myself at the beginning of each semester. Learning how to communicate with my teachers

After starting AHA, I was able to work myself out of remedial classes. I began succeeding in regular classes with my new peers in a comfortable environment, proving that I did not need a helper teacher by my side.

In my previous positions, I was often assigned the most at-risk students. The justification from my superiors, “you can handle it” and that working with diverse students “would make me better.” I believe that it has made me a better service provider. I want to be part of a challenging, and growth-minded work community that values personal and professional development. I believe. I am confident that my professional experience and education have prepared me to fulfill the expectations of the Assistant Tutor Coordinator/Learning Specialist position.

Being a part of my school’s peer tutoring program has been the most gratifying experience of my high school career. As a student, I can relate to those that struggle in a subject and are unable to connect with the material being taught in class. I have worked with students who have lost confidence in themselves because of the difficulty they were having in school. To be given the opportunity to assist students to reach their academic goals is fulfilling. As a peer tutor, I edit essays, share scholarship searches, assist with homework, and provide studying tips and test taking strategies. I enjoy working with my group to develop habits to be more successful.With each higher grade earned, test anxiety relieved, and confident smile of those that I help, I know that the work I am doing is

Going back to my preschool days, I had a disadvantage from the other kids, I mean we all know how hard preschool is. I sometimes thought things in Spanish and had to try to translate them to English. This only made me work twice as hard, reading and writing every day to get to the level I need. Preschool, again as hard as it is, only really needed a month to make me the same level as the other kids. But, I was always an overachiever, and became well above them and the teachers pet, and not going to lie but it probably annoyed them on the way (and I knew it). I became the model student, and I wish I could say the same about me now. I read books way over my age level, and everyday. I also wrote, everyday, mostly short little stories or plays to reenact with dolls. All the way up until Freshman year, I was a straight A student (I may or may not have gotten lazy along the way). Speaking Spanish and moving to a new school was definitely an obstacle in my life, but looking back I think I can say it was for the better, actually, I know it was for the better. It made me the (mostly) motivated and hard worker I am today, and definitely gave me a fondness for reading and

The article focuses on the standards for Universal Pr-k program and how it is different from other pre-school programs. The author outlines the features of the universal pre-k program, which includes the age limit, the standards and the main goal of the program which is getting students ready for kindergarten. In the article, they highlight that the term universal pre-k meant that everyone can have access to free education from age 4 regardless of their income and background. The main aim of the pre-k program is to give all children the opportunity to learn literacy, math and writing skills at an early age. Research indicates that the pre-k program is beneficial to students when they reach the upper grades.

One strategy that I agree with, suggested on page 65 within the reading, is the use of a homework reward system. Often times, reinforcement works to motivate students with ADHD. Therefore, the use of reward systems would help keep Lindsey on track and motivated to complete her homework. Since homework seems to be a constant frustration and struggle for both Lindsey and her parents, this approach would in the end benefit both. A second strategy suggested on page 64 is to remember that homework should be time for reviewing and practicing what students have been taught in class. Especially when teaching students with ADHD it is crucial to keep in mind that often times, these students find it difficult to keep up and thus fall behind in classwork.