![]() Thomas: “Design lesson plans in an organized manner. Educators too often have an idea of what they feel is valuable to teach but that might not be relevant to a particular student.” Zarni: “Cater to what the student loves, to what makes them inspired to practice on their own. Mark: “Start off teaching them something they want to learn, and when they see they can do or play it, they are excited and want more. Lar: “Find out what your students want to learn, rather than teach them what you think they need to learn.” You once were sitting in the shoes of the student.” Shakeatha: Be professional, but remember to have fun. ![]() The most important thing you can share with your student is enthusiasm enthusiasm begets curiosity, the most important component in learning.” Moreover, do not be surprised when your students begin to (often unwittingly) fill in these gaps for you. Matt: “It is important that one begins to teach and relate information as early as possible if you have not yet been a teacher, do not be surprised when you find that you know very little. Jason: “Remember to keep lessons fun, and set attainable goals for students, so they can achieve success and look forward to new challenges.” Glenn: “Lighten up be flexible and fun, and figure out what you can give a student that the Internet can’t.” Steve: “Find the real reason your student is taking lessons and capitalize on it, accentuating the positive if it’s self-directed and working around it if it’s forced.” Otherwise you’ll lose them before they’ve learned one thing from you.” It helps them know you care about them and are not just interested pleasing their parents/taking their money.”ĭaniel: “Don’t ever assume that your student knows what to do you need to find their level of understanding, if any, and start there. They have lives besides what happens with their instrument or specific subject. Ask about school, their friends, other activities, etc. Stacey: “Work hard on developing a mentoring relationship with your students. Jefrey: “Listen to your students’ needs and desires, then proceed from there.” Be sure to develop your teaching ‘toolbox’ of ideas that are great to use for your ‘plan b.’” Always plan ahead for lessons and always have a ‘plan b’ for lessons. James: “Be sure to communicate clearly and effectively. Read on for advice from your peers on communicating with students, planning your lessons, and much more. We received tips from teachers all over the country. “If you had one piece of advice for a new private teacher or tutor, what would it be?” ![]() Feedback In this article We asked our most experienced teachers,
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