 Throughout the past 20 years, our TVT team has seen first hand how impactful cultivating a strong student-tutor relationship is for student success. We emphasize private and specialized tutoring, where there is opportunity to develop a deep sense of trust and understanding.
As Yale professor, David Brooks, quoted in the The New York Times: Students Learn From People They Love - Putting relationship quality at the center of education: “Children learn from people they love, and that love in this context means willing the good of another, and offering active care for the whole person.” Our tutors have experienced this first hand as TVT tutor, Kate Vogts shares: “Building a strong relationship with a student is one of the most important and beneficial aspects of one on one tutoring. Having the chance to interact solely with that student, allows you to learn about them personally, what their interests are and where their strengths lie. Building a nurturing relationship with a student lets them know that you are invested in them as a person, not just as a student who is with you to learn. The best part is when they tell their parents they like coming to see me or that hour went by so fast. You can see their pride when you give them positive feedback about what they are accomplishing.” - Kate Vogts Research has proven that since each student has a different learning style, identifying a student’s strengths and challenges first is critical to developing a strategy and effective tutoring plan. Brighterly shares, The Benefits of One on One Tutoring for Kids’ Development including: a personalized learning experience, opportunity for students to master topics before moving forward at their own pace and targeted academic support. Additionally, one on one tutoring provides mentorship that can extend beyond academics, positively impacting other aspects of a student’s life and personal development. TVT tutor, Kaitlyn Ferrara shares how cultivating a nurturing relationship with students offers increased success: “My goal as a tutor is first and foremost to foster a strong connection with my students. Getting to really know who they are, what excites them and how they absorb and process information is key to our success in working together. This allows them to be themselves, open up and feel comfortable and confident in our learning environment. I strive to have a long term impact on each of my students, teaching skills that will not only help them with their immediate academic challenges but to also serve as a foundation for the future. My high school tutor had such a profound and positive impact on my life - I am grateful for our connection to this day. She inspires me to do the same with my students." - Kaitlyn Ferrara At The Village Tutors, our founder, Suzanne Petree speaks with each family directly to learn about the student before thoughtfully pairing them with a tutor who can best support their academic goals and develop a meaningful relationship. We firmly believe that with evidence-based support, along with compassion, connection and kindness, all students can discover their academic potential. Our team is expertly trained to support students and their families, and we welcome the opportunity to work with you and learn more about your needs. Contact us today to get started, as we look forward to developing a customized plan for you. |
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