Teachers are sometimes given a bad rap on screen. We are portrayed in various types of media, and sometimes not so favorably. How many times have you seen films with someone playing a lazy, strange, or backward teacher? It happens frequently, …
This week we chatted with Dennis Pavlik who tutors in math, computer programming, electronics, and anthropology. Tell us a little about yourself. Since my youth, I have had a wide range of interests. I graduated from the Illinois Institute ofTechnology …
This week we chatted with Emily Arens who tutors in math, reading and language arts. Emily has been a teacher for 19 years and specializes in middle school math, gifted math, pre-algebra, and algebra. Tell us a little about yourself. …
It may be hard to believe, but the end of the school year is just around the corner. Soon you will be able to sleep in later every day and not have to worry about putting in grades in your …
In Latin, the word “tutor” means “to guard,” and, indeed, tutors often serve as protectors and advocates for their students. It’s easy to assume that tutors don’t do much more than help kids pass tests but the truth is that …
With the price of college seemingly increasing by the minute, more and more college graduates are emerging with school loans large enough to equal a mortgage. We tell kids at a young age that going to college is a needed …
Aside from born politicians and thespians, it’s safe to say most of us wouldn’t choose to speak in front of a large audience if we didn’t have to. The nerves that come with giving presentations are normal, but, often, elevated …
Something that often gets overlooked when speaking about a young student’s academic achievement is if they have appropriate social skills. Are they able to communicate with adults and children in a friendly manner? Do they have a group of friends …
Like many people, my early struggles in life helped shape me into the person I am today. I became a Reading Specialist because of reading problems I had as a child. I can still recall being in first grade and …
Teaching is a multi-faceted occupation which includes so much more than simply creating the next lesson plan. Teachers are part of a larger school team of staff and sometimes the duties extend far beyond your comfort zone. Maybe you thought …