Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson. Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance. Worked closely with students to help develop essay and creative writing skills. Provided private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and prepare for academic or occupational tests. Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons. Utilized listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress. Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress. Communicated student progress to students' parents by email.