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Richmond Frielund

Appleton

Summary

Focused English Tutor with proven skills in student evaluation, goal setting and coaching. Known for strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships with individuals of all ages. Experienced tutoring both individuals and student groups.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

English Tutor

Appleton Tutoring Service
Appleton
01.2017 - Current
  • Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse student needs.
  • Utilized various teaching tools to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and adjust teaching methods.
  • Facilitated group discussions to encourage critical thinking and communication skills.
  • Coordinated tutoring sessions, ensuring timely support for all students.
  • Assisted students in developing reading comprehension strategies, grammar rules, and writing techniques.
  • Gave personalized attention to each student during lessons.
  • Created a positive, encouraging environment to foster student growth in language skills.
  • Supported students by identifying and addressing specific concerns.
  • Taught students how to study, take notes, and complete test questions.
  • Emphasized importance of good study habits and devised homework schedules to assist students in implementing tailored study plans.
  • Recommended appropriate resources such as books or websites for further study outside of class time.
  • Encouraged critical thinking by posing questions and discussing topics related to English literature.
  • Evaluated student needs to set lesson goals.
  • Tutored advanced level learners on topics like argumentative writing and literary analysis.
  • Provided guidance on essay structure, sentence structure, spelling and grammar mistakes during review sessions with individual students or small groups of them.
  • Coordinated with parents and teachers to support students' educational goals.
  • Explained tutoring services and booked tutoring appointments.

Professor of Theatre Arts

Lawrence University
Appleton
09.1979 - 06.2014

Taught Theatre Arts courses in a liberal arts setting.

  • Worked actively in the Freshman Studies program, a course sequence required of all Lawrence freshmen wherein reading, writing, and discussion skills
  • Mentored junior faculty in instructional techniques and academic research.
  • Conducted lectures and seminars to promote critical thinking among students.
  • Reviewed academic programs to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Education

Master of Fine Arts - Theater Set Design

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
09.1975 - 08.1978

Master of Arts - Speech: Theater Emphasis

University of Wisconsin, Superior
Superior, WI
06.1974 - 07.1975

Bachelor of Arts - English And Theatre

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
09.1969 - 05.1974

Skills

  • teaching English composition
  • fostering close reading skills
  • helping students of all ages and abilities to become better, more fluent readers, writers and speakers

Timeline

English Tutor

Appleton Tutoring Service
01.2017 - Current

Professor of Theatre Arts

Lawrence University
09.1979 - 06.2014

Master of Fine Arts - Theater Set Design

University of Michigan
09.1975 - 08.1978

Master of Arts - Speech: Theater Emphasis

University of Wisconsin, Superior
06.1974 - 07.1975

Bachelor of Arts - English And Theatre

University of Minnesota
09.1969 - 05.1974
Richmond Frielund