Alexandra S.
Private tutor in Washington, DC
Education
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, Washington, DC Graduated: 04/2012 •Bachelor of Arts and Sciences; Psychology •Cumulative GPA 3.45
Experience
I want to be a tutor because I enjoy helping people. My experience tutoring both children and adults has been very rewarding and I am motivated to continue my passion to teach. Experience: COMMUNITY VISIONS, INC; Community Support Specialist 03/2014-Present Duties: • Providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more fulfilling lives and develop important daily living skills. • Completing daily documentation on progress of individuals based on client’s goals and expectations. • Planning activities such as cooking, outings, parties, and events in the community. MLI-SPEAKYOURMIND, ESL Teacher, Admissions Associate, and Marketing Assistant 04/2013-10/2013 Duties: • Participated in an intensive 40 hour teacher training before becoming a certified ESL teacher • As a teacher, I was responsible for utilizing a specific speaking focused method to teach English to non-native domestic and international students. • As an Admissions Associate, job duties included responding to inquiries via e-mail and/or telephone, organizing student files, and conducting level placement tests for incoming students. • As Marketing Assistant, responsibilities included assisting in marketing and outreach initiatives, and creating daily content for online social networking sites, including Facebook and Twitter, for promotions, lesson plans, and educational posts. DC CAS JANNEY AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, Tutor 01/2011-04/2011 Duties: • Prepared students for state issued tests by planning and conducting daily lessons and evaluating student’s comprehension of new information. LATINO STUDENT FUND, Tutor 09/2010-11/2010 Duties: • Worked one-on-one with a Hispanic student providing academic support services. BEACON HOUSE, Tutor 09/2009-12/2009 Duties: • Worked one-on-one with a third grade student on daily homework and supplemental enrichment activities that often involved working in groups. A WIDER CIRCLE, Tutor in School Community Program 09/2008-12/2008 Duties: • Provided education and wellness resources to Davis Elementary School, such as school supplies, handouts, and information on services families could utilize in their community. • Conducted daily lesson plans and enrichment activities for the after school program that were carefully planned in advance.
Availability
Weekdays after 5PM, Weekends in the afternoon
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
Some hobbies of mine are traveling, cooking, dance, hiking, and other outdoor activities. I have a cat, and adore all animals.
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