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Summer Tutoring Jobs: Five Suggestions for Where to Look

By Scott Cronenweth On May 9, 2012 · 7 Comments · In Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
If you’re an experienced educator interested in picking up summer tutoring work, here are five possibilities to consider.
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Teacher Layoffs Intensify as Summer Approaches

By Scott Cronenweth On April 24, 2012 · 1 Comment · In In The News, Teaching
The impact of all these layoffs on education is uncertain, but it is likely that they contribute to anxiety and stress among both teachers and students. The latest MetLife Survey of the American Teacher indicates that teachers are increasingly unhappy in their work, while parent engagement with schools is increasing, most likely out of concern for the quality of education children are receiving in the current climate of uncertainty and scare educational resources.
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Four Ways Tutors and Teachers Can Use Pinterest

By Scott Cronenweth On February 28, 2012 · 2 Comments · In Education Techology, Education: Technology, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
Millions of people are now using Pinterest to plan their weddings or home remodels, market products or just share ideas and inspirations. And Pinterest is also a great technology for education!
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“Six Word Essay Contest” Honors Great Educators

By Scott Cronenweth On February 7, 2012 · 3 Comments · In General, In The News, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
What’s especially fun and inspiring about these essays is that they are all only six words long. They’re quick to read and easy to share: a little lift of heartfelt, positive energy that many teachers and tutors would probably enjoy, as the end of another semester draws closer.
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4 Tips for Connecting with New Learners

By Scott Cronenweth On November 8, 2011 · Add Comment · In General, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
You can find basic “make a great first impression” tips in dozens of places online. Here are some tutoring-specific tips on first impressions.
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Athletics and Academics – What Tutors Should Consider

By Scott Cronenweth On August 23, 2011 · Add Comment · In General, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
Does participation in athletics ultimately support higher academic achievement? Or is the phrase “student-athlete” an oxymoron? Here are some thoughts on the matter from the blogosphere.
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Four-Day School Weeks – What Might They Mean for Tutors?

By Scott Cronenweth On June 21, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Education: General, Education: Industry, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
What are some of the impacts of four-day school weeks on tutoring? For many tutors the shift may result in new opportunities, with few downsides.
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7 Tips for Turning Spring Fever to Your Advantage

By Scott Cronenweth On May 11, 2011 · Add Comment · In General, Teaching
"Spring fever" and the end of the academic year bring special demands and challenges for many tutors. Here are some tips from fellow educators on how you can turn springtime energy into motivation for learning.
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The Ultimate Social Media and Marketing Guide for Tutors

By Shannon Sweetser On April 21, 2011 · 3 Comments · In Content, Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Industry, Education: Technology, Resource, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring
This last decade was a challenging one for marketers, but it doesn’t have to be for tutors who need online marketing know-how. The arrival of social media, smart phones and growing connectivity to the internet changed all the rules for many marketers who were used to traditional methods of attracting business. Suddenly you didn’t need [...]
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How to Add Color to Your Tutoring Brand Using Facebook [3 Examples]

By Shannon Sweetser On April 19, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Assessments, Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Industry, Education: Technology, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
Engaging Facebook Page
Though it may be a cake walk to create a Facebook business page, it’s not an easy venture to make it engaging to your tutoring prospects. Fortunately you don’t need to learn how to do Facebook right all alone. There are many businesses who have paved the way before you to creating engaging and creative [...]
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