I Am A Cross-Age Tutor

Working with kids and their tutor was awesome. Some of the kids were willing to do their homework. They were alert and ready to do the work given to them by their teacher. Also, their teachers were so happy to see us. My relationship with them was cordial, although, some kids preferred not to carry out the assignment given to them. During the project, I interacted with the director and one of the staffs. They told me the possible challenges I might face while tutoring the kids. They are: some might not want to do their work and but they encourage us to try to motivate the kids in doing their tasks. Some of the kids had family issues and other issues which

I work as a gymnastics coach at Trousdell Gymnastics Center. It is a recreational center that provides programs for all Tallahassee residents, specializing in gymnastics and exercise. The goal of this organization is to provide a safe and affordable program that keeps the community fit and engaged. They offer recreational gymnastics classes for boys and girls of all ages. There are also preschool and kindergarten programs for the younger children. On the other end of the spectrum there are adult classes that teach gymnastics and overall fitness. In addition, the gym offers classes for children with special needs. Finally, Trousdell offers a competitive gymnastics program for exceptional boys and girls. Three Olympic gymnasts have come through this program. Trousdell Gymnastics Center is named after a former Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Director Randy Trousdell, a man passionate about his community and the health of its children. Since it’s opening over 60 years ago the gym has impacted 500,000 children’s lives. I coach recreational classes for girls ages seven to fifteen years old. I begin every class by leading an extensive stretch and then we go to the events of the day where I set up stations for gymnasts to practice different skills. I end every class with conditioning to help the gymnasts grow stronger so that they can perform skills successfully. Trousdell Gymnastics Center coaches have a responsibility to these children. It is our goal to make the two hours a

Because disciplines such as character building academic success directly compliment the progress of the athletic program, when issues within this area arise, it is important to communicate this to the parent. This facilitates the active and necessary role that each parent must take to ensure that their child progresses not only within the athletic department, but in other areas that contributes to their overall

For the past nine years I have been involved in a program called Jamestown Community Center, an after school enrichment program serving kindergarten through eighth grade students. I started out as a student in the program and became a teacher assistant as a highschool student. What got me into becoming a teacher assistant was seeing other high school teacher assistants be able to be strict with us, but at the same time be our friends. I admired their maturity at such a young age, and noticed how Jamestown was very supportive with each of the teacher assistants. Last year, I was assigned to be the teacher assistant to a first grade class who had just gotten a new teacher. I advised her to give the kids tasks in order to get the students to get

Harsh coaching of young athletes can often steer kids away from sports all together, but if the coaches get it right, the kids learn important skills for their futures. At a young age, children need discipline in order to put them in the right direction for their futures. This discipline is found in numerous forms, and one of the most common forms is through sports. David Brooks said, “The best coaches still live by a code, and they make no apology for demanding that kids live up to it.” (Brooks) Though strict coaching can turn some young children and their parents away from sports, it can give kids a good role model, teach them discipline, and help them learn to get along with other people.

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

When the demands exceed a child’s cognitive and physical development, the child may develop feelings of failure, leading them to become more frustrated. Even if coaches are available to teach rules and skills, children may not be ready to learn or understand what is being taught. Furthermore, many coaches are not equipped to deal with the needs or abilities of children. Most youth sports coaches are volunteers with little to no formal training in development, although educational programs are available for youth sports coaches. Many basic motor skills, such as, catching, kicking, and hitting a ball, do not develop sooner simply as a result of introducing them to children at an earlier age. If these are taught or expected before the child is developmentally ready, it is more likely to create more frustration than success in the sport. Nonetheless, coaches may still try to teach what often cannot be learned and blame resulting failures on the athletes or themselves

I had been dancing since elementary school, which caused me to take the cautious route and join the dance team. It was an amazing experience, but as time went on, I lost my passion for dance. My fitness levels decreased from great to average. I am hoping to reform back into shape. I joined Novice Crew, and I am aspiring to run every morning to improve my health. Academically, I’m determined to obtain exemplary grades, but learn that failure is not the end of the world. It is a learning opportunity. In middle school, my English teacher was frankly, my best friend. She challenged me to no end, but provided me with great advice and demonstrated to me that a teacher’s critique is a sign of caring for their student. At Deerfield, I hope to make great friendships with not only students, but teachers. Teachers deserve more credit than they receive in the world. The teachers that I had have shape me into the girl I am

I’m definitely not the best student in the world, but I sure am one of the hardest working students I know. It was very easy to find me because I was always either at work, school, home, taking care of my grandma, or babysitting. I definitely had my head screwed on tight. I do believe that because I was/am taking care of so many people and trying to help my parents out financially, my grades have slipped quicker than I anticipated. I took on two study halls my junior year, and am taking on two study halls my senior year also. This definitely dropped my grade point average but I don’t regret it. I spend my study halls tutoring the students at my school. I specifically tutor for the Writing center and when I’m not tutoring for that, I’m helping

During my time in High School I ran on the cross country team for 3 seasons. The coach, Mark Snead is known for his sense of humor, teaching skills, and leadership abilities. This coach and teacher was committed to bringing out the best in his students. In the class, he didn’t waste time or try to overload you with pointless busy work. Instead he would teach what was necessary and appropriate to understand the subject and excel in the class. At practice, he would never yell at runners if he knew they weren't trying their best, instead he would gather up the team and explain to everyone why we run. He would proclaim something along the lines of, "Each day we come out here and practice, we work to improve ourselves, you don't want to end up regretting

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To begin with, I expected to just help as needed and be a standby for the coach. Little did I know, I would be participating and teaching the children my knowledge of basketball skills. The first day of practice only one child showed up with six volunteers, so we participated and practiced with the child. I noticed the child had apparent cognition delays and was unable to make a basket. I began to analyze his actions and learning techniques to figure out how I could help. In no time, I was able to design an intervention that would prepare the child to successfully shoot a basketball. I noticed his style of learning was repetitive motion so I told him to, “Bend your knees, and jump for the sky.”

The inquisitiveness and enthusiasm from children has encouraged me to work with young people. To become an excellent teacher, I know I must have the ambition to guide and support children to learn. This is something I learnt whilst on work placement at St Pancras Community Association (SPCA) working with children from 1-7 years and St Michael's primary school working with year 2 children.

Most of my teaching experiences consist of teaching children from ages 3 to 8 at numerous summer camps during my high school years. Many things I have taught were based on general knowledge, such as teaching children how to play soccer and how to make a stuffed animal with an old pair of socks. Such topics never required a thorough background research or a specific knowledge on children’s development. Yet, my active interactions and attention were always in need considering the children’s age and the nature of the topics being taught. The two major obstacles I had to overcome—and sometimes, I am still struggling with—was to properly motivate and to discipline them. Through this course, I have learned different methods of motivating students

Ever sense I was a young girl I’ve been really into physical activities. At the age of five I started skating and instantly fell in-love. At the age of six my dad enrolled me into hockey, and from that point on my life has never been the same. I’ve had numerous opportunities in sports such as: winning gold and silver for U18 Team Canada hockey, and getting a scholarship to Wisconsin University to play on the women’s hockey team. Although these moments are surreal, it is not only the moments that I remember but the mentors and teachers that I have been fortunate to meet along the way. These coaches have not only taught me the game but have also taught me life values such as: teamwork, leadership, discipline, time management and much more. Without hockey, and sports in general I don’t know where I would be today, but I do know one thing and that is without sports I wouldn’t have met all the amazing people that helped guided me towards wanting to become a physical education teacher. Sports have always been a huge part of my life, and I am blessed to have sports guide me through life. Thus, I want to become a teacher to help kids have the same opportunities that I had growing up.