The Clara James Approach to learning
When it comes to learning we are all individuals.
The past 20+ years have taught me that no matter our learning style if the child is engaged and relaxed they are more likely to learn.
If we just keep giving them the same resources, varied over and over again, all we are doing is giving them one place in their brains to find the information. However, by giving them a variety of resources we can make it more interesting, more relevant, and help them to create multiple memories so that when they need to recall the information, they have more places they can go to in order to find it.
If we can boost their confidence as well as their knowledge we will make their life and ours easier.
For 20 years now I've been fascinated by different learning styles: ASD, Dyslexia, ADHD. The purpose of this podcast is to share my findings with you, so that maybe what I've learned will be of help to you too.
The Clara James Approach to learning
Why Setting Boundaries Makes You a Better Tutor
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When we first start tutoring, most of us say yes to everything.
One more lesson. One more family. One more evening. One more Saturday morning.
After all, we became tutors because we want to help.
But over time, without clear boundaries, the business we love can slowly begin to take over our lives.
In this episode, I share some of the lessons I've learned over the past 14 years about setting boundaries as a tutor, including:
• Deciding how many students you're willing to support before your diary fills up
• Managing cancellations whilst remaining compassionate
• Why payment policies matter
• The hidden dangers of being "too flexible"
• How boundaries can actually make you a better tutor
Most importantly, we'll explore why being helpful and being professional are not opposites.
Tutoring is one of the most rewarding careers I know, but if you want to enjoy it for years rather than months, boundaries matter.
If you're considering becoming a tutor yourself, I also have a few free copies left of my book, Become a Tutor. Build Confidence. Change Lives.
It's the book I wish someone had given me when I first started and contains many of the lessons I've learned along the way.
If you'd like a copy, simply email me at info@clarajamestutoring.co.uk with your postal address and I'll happily pop one in the post for you.
I hope you enjoy the episode.