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Business Adminstation Student with an English Minor that teaches middle and high school English in Virginia
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About Destinee
Hello! My name is Destinee Boone, and currently, I am doing Business Administration and Marketing. Along with studying, I have developed a passion for teaching mathematics and English.
With a firm grounding in business principles and marketing strategies, I can bring something unique to my teaching methods. My studies give me a great analytical skill that enables me to separate a math problem in the easiest understandable pieces. Furthermore, my marketing studies enable me to improve my communication skills and get the point across to the students and to involve them in their learning.
I have experience with education that ranges over several years and engages in the privilege of helping students improve in their mathematics and English abilities. I truly do understand that each and every student learns differently, so I engage in personalization of the session so students get what they need. My main objective is to create an environment that is friendly, supportive, and non-threatening, so the students become encouraged to ask questions and take risks in their learning.
During my sessions, I try to make learning fun and relevant. I believe that with the appropriate guide and support, every student has the potential to achieve academic success and develop a love for learning. Whether your goal is to improve your grades, prepare for the exam, or better your understanding of mathematics and English, I am here to help you reach your goals.
Thank you for considering me as your tutor. I look forward to working with you and helping you succeed in your academic endeavors.
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About the lesson
- Primary School
- High School
- Year 10
- +7
levels :
Primary School
High School
Year 10
Year 11-12
Year 12
TAFE
Adult
Diploma/Certificate
PhD
Early childhood education
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Grade Level: 6-8
Duration: 60 minutes
Objective:
To improve students' understanding of narrative writing.
To enhance vocabulary and grammar skills.
To develop critical thinking and comprehension through reading and discussion.
Materials Needed:
Computer with internet access and webcam.
Google Docs or a similar collaborative writing tool.
PDF or online version of the selected reading material.
Vocabulary list.
Grammar exercises.
Lesson Breakdown:
1. Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome and Warm-up:
Greet the student and engage in a brief conversation to make them comfortable.
Quick icebreaker: Ask the student to share their favorite book or movie and why they like it.
2. Reading and Comprehension (15 minutes)
Activity:
Introduce a short story or a passage from a book suitable for the student's grade level.
Share the document on screen and read aloud together, taking turns or the tutor reading the first half and the student reading the second half.
Discussion:
Ask comprehension questions to ensure understanding:
What is the main idea of the passage?
Who are the main characters, and what are their roles?
What is the setting of the story?
Are there any unfamiliar words? Discuss their meanings and usage.
3. Vocabulary Building (10 minutes)
Activity:
Present a list of 5-10 new vocabulary words from the passage.
Discuss the meanings and use each word in a sentence.
Create a quick vocabulary quiz using a tool like Quizlet or Google Forms.
4. Grammar and Writing Skills (15 minutes)
Activity:
Review a specific grammar topic relevant to the student's needs (e.g., sentence structure, subject-verb agreement, punctuation).
Provide examples and engage the student in identifying and correcting errors in sample sentences.
Writing Exercise:
Prompt: "Imagine you are the main character in the passage we read. Write a short continuation of the story."
Set a timer for 10 minutes and allow the student to write. Offer guidance and encouragement as needed.
5. Review and Feedback (10 minutes)
Activity:
Read the student's writing together and provide constructive feedback.
Highlight strengths and areas for improvement in both writing and grammar.
Encourage the student to ask questions and discuss any difficulties they faced.
6. Conclusion (5 minutes)
Wrap-up:
Summarize key points covered in the lesson.
Assign a small homework task, such as reading the next chapter of a book or practicing vocabulary words.
Schedule the next session and discuss any specific topics the student would like to focus on.
Goodbye:
Thank the student for their participation and encourage them to keep practicing their reading and writing skills.
Homework:
Read a specified chapter or short story.
Write a paragraph summary of the reading.
Practice new vocabulary words using online flashcards or a vocabulary notebook.
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- 10h: $250
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