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Clayton

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My name is Clay, and I'm reaching out to you because I’m very interested in being your personal tutor!


I'm a qualified teacher and self-published author currently living and teaching here in the US. I honed my craft while I was living and working in SE Asia for most of my twenties.


I'm an open individual driven towards making life a great learning experience!

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Clayton’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Speech Communication

Graduate Degree: The College of New Jersey - Current Grad Student, Child Psychology

Tutoring Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing
English
Phonics
Science
What is your teaching philosophy?

I teach using up to date art /print and digital media. I use relevant technology and other aids to interactively engage my students in activities, presentations, and group discussions. I utilize individualized lesson planning in accordance with multiple intelligence theory. I am a positive-minded person who works relentlessly to find realistic practical solutions for the challenging situations that life presents us. I go above and beyond in my work in order to make a meaningful impact on the lives of my students and my colleagues.

What might you do in a typical first session with a student?

Icebreakers and games.

How can you help a student become an independent learner?

I utilize individualized lesson planning in accordance with multiple intelligence theory.