Laura
Certified Tutor
I'm an actor currently living in New York City. I grew up in Atlanta, GA. And I graduated from Muhlenberg College in May of 2015 with a B.A. in Theatre as well as English. I'm extremely passionate about and proficient in writing, reading, literature, and grammar. I also have a lot of experience working with kids through children's theatre as well as babysitting and teaching and directing at a kid's musical theatre camp. I look forward to working with you and your kids!
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Undergraduate Degree: Muhlenberg College - Bachelors, English and Theatre (acting concentration)
Yoga, being outdoors, hiking, traveling, reading
- American Literature
- College English
- College Level American Literature
- Elementary School Reading
- Elementary School Writing
- English
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Essay Editing
- High School English
- High School Level American Literature
- High School Writing
- Middle School Reading
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Middle School Writing
- Writing
What is your teaching philosophy?
There is absolutely nothing wrong with needing a little extra help. Students learn in many different ways, and sometimes all of those needs cannot be met in a typical classroom setting. I think it is important to work with a child in the way that they will learn best and gain the most. In terms of English, literature, writing, and grammar, I think that discussion and interactive learning can often be most helpful.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I start by getting to know the child just the slightest bit. Obviously, I don't want to waste precious time, but I want the student to be comfortable with me. Then, we'll start working on whatever the child is struggling with and needs the most help with.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
We will work on skills that they can reproduce on their own without me the next time they are struggling. I am all about having a mental toolbox to refer to. If things are hard to remember, we can always make a check list of tactics to go about what the child is working on.