Lana Learn High-Impact Tutoring coaches strive to create optimal learning experiences for English language learners.
As a High-Impact Tutoring (HIT) program coach at Theodore Roosevelt High School, I strive to be an indispensable resource for my students. I ensure that I’m offering services that enrich and enhance their learning journeys. My primary focus is working with English language learners (ELLs), who often possess varying levels of English comprehension. My main goal in implementing high-impact tutoring is to create optimal learning experiences for my students.
While I am committed to ensuring accurate translation and fostering their confidence in English skills, I occasionally encounter challenges in achieving these goals. Despite my decent proficiency in Spanish, I recognize its limitations within an educational context. Consequently, I occasionally rely on translation apps to ensure the accuracy of the information I provide to my students. To continuously enhance my tutoring abilities, I employ several strategies.
Proactive Approach
Firstly, I consistently refer to the teacher’s lesson plans, so I stay informed about daily or weekly topics. I take this proactive approach to ensure preparedness and effective student support. Additionally, I actively observe and take note of the diverse translations and verbiage my students use, which may differ from my own. By incorporating their preferred language choices into my teaching, I aim to create a more relatable and accessible learning experience. This approach fosters a better understanding among my students and promotes their confidence in expressing themselves in English.
Refined Language Skills
I continuously seek to improve and refine my language skills to better support their needs and create a more effective learning environment. I have begun to read more articles in Spanish to broaden my vocabulary. Furthermore, when facilitating translations for my students, I strive to provide simultaneous interpretations in both English and Spanish. This approach enables my students to better comprehend the subjects and assignments we are working on, ensuring their comprehensive understanding. By continuously refining my language skills and employing dual-language translations, I actively work towards creating an optimal learning experience for my students.