Yayoi King
Rockville,MD
Summary
English and Science education tutor with track record of instilling reading comprehension and critical thinking skills in peers. Reliable team player skilled in verbal, written and visual communication of material. Passion for helping students understand thinking techniques crucial for success in their academic and personal lives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
Peer Writing Center
Richard Montgomery High School
09.2024 - Current
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies, specifically reading comprehension skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated failing students to learn and understand the content rather than trying to get it done as fast as possible.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Tutored non-native speakers, identifying comprehension and translation strategies.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
Teacher's Assistant
Richard Montgomery High School
Rockville, MD
09.2023 - Current
- Cleaned up after labs involving waxes or soap, required scrubbing with water, soap or window wiper.
- Put up stools to ensure safety of the room
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health.
- Measured, mixed and calculated materials for lab work or in-class activities.
- Handled class records for assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Collaborated with teachers for lab preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richard Montgomery High School
Rockville, MD05-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Creativity and innovation
- Verbal and written communication
- In-person tutoring
- Growth mindset
- Peer tutoring
- Study skills
- Reading comprehension
- Student motivation
Accomplishments
- Improved effectiveness by integrating new resources and revamping approach for several students.
- Became go-to resource for failing freshman students at Richard Montgomery High School.
- Completed up to two tutoring appointments each week.
- Oversaw recruitment
- Organized publicity events, stood outside the library and recruited tutors and tutees.
Certification
Peer Writing Center
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Extracurricular activities
Richard Montgomery Girls Varsity Soccer club fall 2024 (12th grade)
Richard Montgomery Girls Varsity track spring 2024
Richard Montgomery Girls Varsity track spring 2022
Richard Montgomery Girls Varsity track winter 2023
Timeline
Tutor
Peer Writing Center
09.2024 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Richard Montgomery High School
09.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Richard Montgomery High School