Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Almost the 4th of July

Life was very busy for the last six months.  I started two other blogs.  One for parents on how to help with their child has trouble learning.  I also wrote a blog for teachers on teaching in 2013.  I see I need to update the title.

I was busy about six hours a week.  Other students came in and out for help on an as needed basis.  My student who had trouble learning to read now likes reading.  My high school students still can not do math.  Mainly because they won't study, do homework, or show up to school on a regular basis.  Tutoring once or twice a week cannot overcome an attitude that says "I can't".

When a student tries, I can make a difference.  Trying to learn math in three sessions because a student is confused is still difficult.

I do make math interesting and fun.  I combine technology and repetition.  I purchased math books because many students today say their teacher does not use a book.  They only have worksheets to work with.  I am old school.  I like a book to look through.  I like to see examples.  I do google things often.  I have trouble learning from videos though.  So not every student can look at a video and understand.

I am enjoying a small summer break but plan to start tutoring again in August so students can feel empowered for the new school year and keep on track.

I bill once a month.  That keeps down on the paper work.  Next year I will try to sub more.  It is a great way to see what is going on in the classroom.