Claire A

I felt confident while asking her questions, she was really kind and understanding.

Learner · 18 hr. ago

You have lots of experience tutoring - I enjoyed your icebreaker at the beginning of your session, as well as the pause slides in the middle asking questions from each of your learners. These kind of crucial questions definitely help learners recall information. One small suggestion I would make is having a little vocabulary bank on each slide in your presentation so learners can understand each word that may seem confusing. The Blooket made your session more exciting, so I definitely think making games like this helps learners engage with the session. You built answers to questions based off what learners said, and this definitely helped clarify questions. You asked learners to answer the questions, and when Camilla responded in the chat, you further expanded her answer. I noticed how you also asked Camilla to read the Google Document you had prepared for your session. This is a very helpful learning tool, so you're doing a great job!

Tutor · 8 days ago

You did great with asking the learners questions throughout the session to confirm that they understood the content. You seemed to understand where the learners may have been confused and gave a good explanation that helped clarify the concept. I especially like how you had the review game at the end to ensure they understood what was taught that day. Great job all around!

Tutor · 8 days ago

Thank you for the session, I like that make an environment that student can participated

Learner · 8 days ago

Thank you for this session it was very helpful and understandable

Learner · 16 days ago

You showed strong adaptability throughout the session, especially when learners were confused by calculator settings. When Taha expressed confusion (“I honestly don't know how to solve this type of question”), you broke down the calculator steps and tangent setup clearly. You reassured everyone not to stress about the tech side and instead focus on identifying ratios and solving equations. You also helped Jane work through a proportion step-by-step when she struggled with solving it, saying “Thanks for going through that one with me. I know it can be a little tricky…”

Tutor · 22 days ago

You consistently called on learners by name and offered follow-up questions to prompt deeper thinking. For instance, when Lunaasha gave an initial incorrect answer, you guided her step by step without discouraging her (“You're pretty close… what's the ratio between them?”). You checked in often with “Do you guys have questions before we move on?” and made sure to include everyone in the discussion. Taha, Noor, and Lin all had multiple opportunities to answer and ask questions, and you responded with patience and encouragement. You also adapted pacing to give students time to work through tricky calculator sections.

Tutor · 22 days ago

The tutor strengthened the learners’ confidence by praising correct answers, such as telling Jewel “Good job!” for identifying the opposite leg and affirming Lunasha’s tangent solution with “You saw that one almost all on your own.” The tutor also created a comfortable environment by welcoming all learners, including latecomers, warmly.

Tutor · 22 days ago

Claire was really great and I like how packed her lesson is it's a good pace for me

Learner · 1 mo. ago

Thank you very much for this sessions it was very helpful and inspired me to become a better writer and include new things in my own writing.

Learner · 1 mo. ago

The tutor was friendly and polite, and made sure everyone felt welcome. The classroom felt like a safe space to talk. The tutor gave praise and support when students spoke up. This helped build trust. To improve confidence more, the tutor could give personal feedback or encouragement during reading and discussions.

Tutor · 1 mo. ago

Thank you for this session. I was able to learn news things about incarceration.

Learner · 2 mo. ago

Great job fostering a safe and supportive environment as you explained the important aspects of the HOSA program and the competitions! :)

Tutor · 4 mo. ago

It was fun and enlightening

Learner · 4 mo. ago

It's a great session - hearing from people with other perspectives was really eye opening.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

Thank you for hosting these sessions, I feel ready to start pre-calc on a fresh note in the new year.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

Very helpful with full explanation.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

The explanations were very good and I really liked how there was an assessment about the topic.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

It was very interactive with the practice tests and questions.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

It was very interactive with the practice problems and test

Learner · 5 mo. ago

Thank you for the session, how interactive it was!

Learner · 5 mo. ago

Thank you for reviewing question 4!

Learner · 5 mo. ago

The explanations are good and the lesson was well organazed.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

I liked that the tutor included questions to check progress after every new concept taught.

Learner · 6 mo. ago

I loved this session! on the lymphatic system! It went really in-depth, and you explained it really well! Thank you!

Learner · 6 mo. ago

Thank you for the tips, a lot of this information was not covered in such detail on the tutor training resources.

Learner · 7 mo. ago

Yes! A lot of the learners seemed very eager to answer the practice problems after going over the slides, showing that the slides were effective in getting the learners to understand the topics. You also helpfully answered their questions, and their responses seem to indicate that your answers to their questions helped clear up any confusion they may have had.

Tutor · 8 mo. ago

She provided effective explanations and taught everyone the content in a way that is beneficial to the learner, that being with patience. Usage of the phrase\"remember _____" also helps familiarize the learner with the concept that she dives further into. Additionally, the slides were very well prepared.

Tutor · 8 mo. ago

Fantastic session hosted by a Fantastic tutor, Thank you so much

Learner · 8 mo. ago

Thank you for the session. You explain the problems in a way that every one can understand.

Learner · 9 mo. ago

I liked how you called on learners to solve problems their way on the questions by asking them to come off mute and solve the problem. This introduces a new POV and voice in solving a problem that could benefit the other learners. You also complimented their answers, like for an example saying that Max did well on an explanation considering that two answer choices were very close to each other and could be used interchangeably; "That's a really good point, Max. Good work." You also asked further questions while the learners answered questions, which helped learners further understand their thought process and follow along with their problem-solving. "Good! What about d." Here, you asked a student about another answer choice that they may have glanced over in their explanation, but by you asking them to further elaborate on their reasoning it helps them study better and helps other students follow along. Good job

Tutor · 9 mo. ago

You gave great explanations on the overview of the SAT and the domain of words in context to your learners by going in depth and giving examples of what a question from that domain may look like. This definitely helps them give an overview of what the skill is and if they may need help in it. You also were able to define all of the difficult vocab in your own words, which I thought was super helpful to the learners to not only learn SAT vocab but to recognize synonyms to the words and use the process of elimination with them.

Tutor · 9 mo. ago

I like her a lot tbh shes an actually good teacher. Way better than most wannabe snob tutors, there hasn't been a lot of teachers which have ACTUALLY helped me understand questions, she is one of the like 5 teachers

Learner · 10 mo. ago

I appreciate a series on literary analysis and I look forward to attending more series that you would host regarding this. This area is really relevant to my academics and is sadly lacking in schoolhouse ( as far as I can see based on summer '24).

Learner · 11 mo. ago

Thank you for this session! Your energy and teaching is what i hope to have when I tutor.

Learner · 11 mo. ago

Thank you for the session! You were really engaging and I learned a lot about good tutoring practices!

Learner · 11 mo. ago

It was a wonderful session. The tutor ensured everyone understood the content.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

This session was very interactive and insightful. As a student who will be taking biology next year, I am so grateful to have ben taught this lesson.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She adeptly tailored her approach to accommodate the new beginner student, offering a concise recap of the material covered in prior sessions. This not only proved beneficial for the newcomer but also for the current student, who appreciated the review. Throughout the session, she kept the learners actively engaged by posing questions at the conclusion of each section, ensuring comprehension and facilitating learning. To gauge their progress in an enjoyable manner, she incorporated interactive activities like Blooket, which served as both a practice tool and a means to reinforce newly acquired knowledge. These activities not only aid in student advancement but also infuse an element of fun into the learning process.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

She fosters an environment of encouragement and interaction, actively supporting students in their progress. When learners encounter difficulties, she patiently assists them in understanding, fostering a comfortable atmosphere by being friendly and encouraging communication through chat. Additionally, she acknowledges and celebrates correct responses, guiding students along their learning journey. Her personalized approach, including addressing students by name and recognizing returning learners, further enhances the supportive learning environment.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

Thank you so much for hosting this awesome session! You are so amazing and dedicated to host this away from home. You are such a great tutor and I hope you have a wonderful holiday! :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Happy May Day! Thank you so much for your help with German. You are such a great and helpful teacher and I really enjoy your sessions. :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

thank you so much! I would definitely recommend you to anyone who wishes to learn German :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She's such an incredibly kind and supportive tutor that is so great at what she does. Her teaching style, characterized by patience and encouragement, has allowed me to gain a wealth of knowledge. She ensures that every student comprehends the material before moving forward and fosters an environment where making mistakes is not feared but embraced as part of the learning process. She does such a great job making her sessions both extremely informative and engaging. She even goes above and beyond by doing things such as adding interactive games into her lessons to make the learning experience even more enjoyable and fun. I'm so happy that she hosts this series, and I eagerly anticipate each upcoming session. :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

That was super fun! Thank you Community Engagement Team for planning and hosting the Schoolhouse Eras Tour! I can't wait for future CET events.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Amazing work putting this together! So impressed!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Really enjoyable session! The hosts were very welcoming and interactive. It was amazing to learn about some history of Schoolhouse and hear people tell stories of their experiences. Thanks to all the CET members for putting this on!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She is so nice and helpful!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Guten Tag! You did a great job explaining both definite and indefinite articles in the German language, which I think is one of the most challenging concepts within the German language. Your slides were also very informative and complemented your session well.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

yes

Learner · 1 yr. ago

The tutor started out with duck racing which helped the learners feel comfortable and interact with each other. I like that all the students were unmuted and actively participating, even if it was just for the duck race. All the learners seemed confident and comfortable screen-sharing their work, talking on the mic, and reasoning through it with you. Good job!!

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

The tutor demonstrated an advanced knowledge of the concepts discussed.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

thankyou for the session.it was so good that i didnt got bored in class.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

This session was great! I got a lot of questions clarified and saw myself understanding a lot of SAT equations I would not get otherwise (I took one November 4). Overall, I gained a lot from this session, and am super exited to continue on with the class.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thank you so much for the wonderful explanations!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

You started by asking the learner, "Do you understand what it means for a solution to be extraneous?" This question serves as an excellent starting point for assessing the learner's existing understanding of the topic. You engaged the learner in an interactive problem-solving approach. You guided the learner step by step through a sample problem. This hands-on approach helped them apply the concept reinforcing their understanding. These teaching methods facilitate a more engaging and informative learning experience.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

I admire your thoughtful approach in creating a comfortable and inclusive learning environment by taking the time to inquire about how the learner would like their name to be pronounced. I like how you clarified the learner's doubt about the calculations when the learner made a mistake during the interactive problem-solving process. When they stated that the sqrt(9) was not 3, you tried to rephrase the question and help the learner work through it.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

She's a good tutor and knows what she is doing.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thank you so much, you were really helpful going over all the things I had questions on!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Claire has the ability to clearly explain the underlying concepts

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

Thank you so, so much for the session and bootcamp! It was incredibly helpful, and I feel much more prepared for my upcoming SAT. Thank you for your patience while working through problems, and how thorough you were with each one! I loved this bootcamp!

Learner · 2 yr. ago

Thank you so much for being so thorough in today's session! It was incredibly helpful and informative!

Learner · 2 yr. ago

Thank you so much! Today was great - I definitely feel like I'm becoming more confident in the topics we're covering!

Learner · 2 yr. ago

Thank you for the session! You helped me a lot with solving linear equations!

Learner · 2 yr. ago

Thank you for the session, I love the cases

Learner · 4 days ago

The presentation that you created definitely allowed learners to understand the material - visually and with text. Drawing on the screen encouraged learners to understand the material so they can learn along. One thing I would suggest is using more visuals. I noticed that your slides used a lot of text. Using models, drawings, or any other visuals might help learners who learn by seeing things. Little doodles on the sides of your presentations might make presentations more exciting. The Google Doc, Google Slides, and the Blooket you prepared definitely showed your preparation and how much you put into your sessions. The amount of detail in your presentation was astonishing! I absolutely admired how knowledgable about this topic you were, and how much information you presented to the learners. Keep up the good work!

Tutor · 8 days ago

You did great with using the annotation tool for drawing and highlighting text. This is great for helping the learners visualize concepts while also directing their attention to key bits of information. I like how you had a lot of hands-on practice with reading documents, writing briefs, Blooket, and other things to continually engage the learners. I can tell you have a lot of knowledge in the topic area, and you gave a lot of good explanations over the topics in a way that was easy for the learners to comprehend.

Tutor · 8 days ago

Excellent class!! Lots of very interesting information presented in a challenging but helpful way! I cant wait for the next one

Learner · 15 days ago

Thank you for this session it was really understandable

Learner · 21 days ago

You created a very comfortable space where learners felt safe to speak up and ask questions, even when they were unsure. Taha, Noor, and Lunaasha all expressed confusion at points, and you always responded calmly and supportively. You encouraged persistence and framed challenges as normal parts of learning (“The calculator is able to solve it to lots of decimal points like the human can't do”). You also celebrated effort and small wins clearly and often, like saying “Perfect” or “Great job” after each learner answer.

Tutor · 22 days ago

You came in clearly prepared with both visuals and a strong grasp of foundational trig concepts. Your explanations of the definitions of sine, cosine, and tangent were very thorough, especially when tying those definitions to similar triangles and ratios. You used a Khan Academy visual to reinforce concepts (“Here's a picture I got from Khan Academy”) and emphasized the reasoning behind each ratio in multiple examples. You also explained related identities like sin(theta) = cos(90 – theta) and tangent being opposite over adjacent. The balance of conceptual explanation and problem-solving practice helped learners build understanding, not just memorization.

Tutor · 22 days ago

The tutor engaged learners by involving them in problem-solving, such as asking Taha to identify the opposite leg and encouraging Jewel to simplify fractions like 16/34 to 8/17. The tutor also encouraged students to explain their thinking by asking questions like “What is the hypotenuse?” and having students justify ratios, as seen when Noor clarified the cosine ratio as 5/13. To improve, the tutor could add more group activities to keep the session both fun and engaging.

Tutor · 22 days ago

I like how interactive this session was! You make sure that everyone gets a chance to participate, and make sure that no one gets lost or falls behind.

Learner · 1 mo. ago

Thank you very much for this session. It was very interactive and entertaining. I really enjoy the discussion.

Learner · 1 mo. ago

Thank you so much for making this session possible. It’s always such a pleasure to attend another one of your amazing sessions! You’re a wonderful tutor, and I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into each one. You're so respectful and open, and you really make me feel comfortable and supported. I’m grateful to be learning from you!

Learner · 1 mo. ago

Thank you, this session was very interesting and I learned a new things about bones

Learner · 4 mo. ago

Thank you very much 👍🏻 This session was very interesting and helpful and your explanation was excellent 🤍

Learner · 4 mo. ago

thank you for being interactive and respectful

Learner · 4 mo. ago

This was a really fun session, and we had good discussions!

Learner · 5 mo. ago

I appreciate the intent of the tutor to help everyone to understand the topics that she provided during the lessons. It was a great experience to have her as tutor to revise Geometry and Trigonometry for SAT prep. Claire A., thank you so much!

Learner · 5 mo. ago

Thanks for the material and making the practice test, it's my first time learning this subject so far, and I learned a lot.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

She is so supportive and appreciative. Really made me understand such a tough topic

Learner · 5 mo. ago

Thank you for the sinusoid explanation. Its what I have the most trouble with.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

She was super sweet and patient and she wanted each one of us to interact. It didn't feel frustrating not to know something

Learner · 5 mo. ago

It was very interactive which I found fun! Thanks!

Learner · 5 mo. ago

She had explained the basics of trigonometry from scratch & prepared a slide to make them understand it easier.

Learner · 5 mo. ago

This was a really helpful and amazing session! Thanks!

Learner · 6 mo. ago

This was really interesting and interactive, and I learned a lot of cool stuff :] It was a lot of info at once since I have no background with this but I'm looking forward to learning more at future sessions !

Learner · 6 mo. ago

Thank you very much for guiding me regarding how to tutor , engage , and interact with the learners. These tips will be extremely helpful.

Learner · 7 mo. ago

You do a very good job in practicing the "I do" and "We do" strategies! Throughout the session, you consistently ask the learners how they would approach certain problems, and break down difficult problems in a way that they can approach it more easily. However, even with difficult problems, you try and guide them through the answer in a way where you aren't giving them the full solution, but helping them reach the solution on their own. This is clearly a very beneficial method! Also, you try to cold-call on learners, making sure they have a chance to share their ideas and processes, which is definitely great. You are also very good at adding onto the ideas of learners as well, in a way where you sort of summarize their process so it is easier for the rest of your learners to understand. Overall, really good job and keep it up!

Tutor · 8 mo. ago

You do a very good job of creating a comfortable learning environment! Especially as you started the meeting, welcoming all your learners by name, connecting with them by making small talk, and asking if they had any questions, all clearly built a very welcoming and comfortable learning environment. You are also very encouraging during the teaching portion as well, regardless of whether a learner gets a question right or wrong!

Tutor · 8 mo. ago

Patient with the learners, and also converses with them with natural conversation on non-SAT topics (the icebreaker).

Tutor · 8 mo. ago

Thank you for today's session. I'm really grateful for your help.

Learner · 9 mo. ago

thank you so much for today's session, Claire. I dealt with a lot of questions I used to find difficult today and made some silly mistakes but definitely learnt a lot.

Learner · 9 mo. ago

Learners were attentive and responded when you called on them. They were actively learning and participating in the practice questions, and seemingly got all of them right, which is amazing. I liked how when they answered the question, you further elaborated on their answer in your own terms to help clarify anything to the learners, like repeating how that some words the learners may not know but can guess that they are or aren't correct based on the other answers, or by defining the vocab answer choices in your own words.

Tutor · 9 mo. ago

I liked how you started your session with asking learners how they were! This allows you and the learners to engage a little and create comfortable bonds before the session. You also gave a little bit of an overview of the session before it started which I liked to give your learners some heads up before so there is no surprises. Another thing that I liked that you did was asking your learners about other topics that they may want covered. This allows you to customize and tailor your sessions towards them. I also liked how you started conversations before the session while you were waiting for learners to join by asking, "Have you guys done anything interesting lately?"

Tutor · 9 mo. ago

She explains the background for the topic thoroughly and seems to know a lot about speciation. She also explains why she thinks the question was worded wrongly, and provides insight on what the correct wording and answer would be.

Tutor · 11 mo. ago

Thank you for this session! I love how you pace the session and interact with us.

Learner · 11 mo. ago

Thanks for the session. It was really helpful and boosted my confidence a lot. I feel really ready to host a bootcamp now!

Learner · 11 mo. ago

Thank you so much for putting me through. i am so bad in English and i hope to improve having you as my tutor i love your teachings so so nice and explanatory

Learner · 11 mo. ago

i'm so thankful for the patience she had

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thank you so much for your help!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She demonstrates a strong ability to explain session concepts clearly. I also like the helpful slides she utilizes to enhance her teaching. I really like how she explains it and makes it easy to understand. I also like how she makes sure that they understand before moving on. She does a great job making it fun and interesting. :)

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

She is such an amazing and helpful tutor! I love her sessions so much! Thank you so much for this series. :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

thank you for this session, I really liked it and learning something new of course

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She is such a great and helpful tutor. I am looking forward to the next session and I how much more knowledge I will gain from it. I really appreciate her doing these sessions because they are so awesome like her. :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

This seems to be a fun session! There was a lot of conversation and amusing stories that were told within this session, near the start.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

Clarie is such a nice and helpful tutor. She is teaches so well and hosts such great sessions. She is so kind for doing what she does to help others. :)

Learner · 1 yr. ago

this is really an amazing session!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

All of the hosts are honestly amazng!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thanks for hosting! This session was super fun! I learned a lot about the history of Schoolhouse.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Yes! The learner was able to answer the practice problems correctly and shows understanding of the topic.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

Thanks for clarifying my questions! It made a lot more sense with the examples, explanations and the charts.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Claire demonstrated a good knowledge of the Khan Academy Topics that the students were working on.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

The tutor did well in checking the learner's knowledge and ensuring that they understood the concepts thoroughly.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

The tutor strengthens the learner's confidence and checks in often.

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

Thanks for explaining how the sentences around can give contexts and help determine the correct answer

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Claire gives wonderful explanations and is very friendly!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thank you for your session and Thank you for being so helpful. As well as staying longer to help me!!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

The learner was able to solve the problem with the tutor functioning only as support which shows that the learner made progress

Tutor · 1 yr. ago

Great tutor. She was very patient and kind and did her best to keep us engaged in the meeting.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She knows what she is doing.

Learner · 1 yr. ago

She was straight forward!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thank you for the reading help!

Learner · 1 yr. ago

Thank you so much! Your explanations for the questions today were super clear and helpful, I really feel like I could solve those sorts of questions going forward, especially 10, 11, and 12. Thank you!!!

Learner · 2 yr. ago

These sessions have been so helpful! thank you for being patient with us, and for explaining problems so thoroughly :)

Learner · 2 yr. ago

Thank you so much! The explanation on the question xa^2/xb^2=x^16 was incredibly helpful and informative!

Learner · 2 yr. ago

I like the way you are encouraging us. You are also really smart for your age so good on you for helping other people with your talents.

Learner · 2 yr. ago