Working As A Tutor

For three years, I have been working in the Merritt College as a tutor in the Learning center. I have worked with many people who have different cultural identities, religious beliefs and sexual orientation. Since then, I became more understanding and appreciative with another individual’s differences. Working as a tutor, I notice that some people react differently with how I communicate with them but I acknowledge that people have different ways of interacting with others. I had learned to be more patient with other people and use good communication skills to make them feel comfortable and be able to interact with them. Also, avoiding stereotyping and personal biases will build trust between two people. I treat all the people the same as how

In the same year, I went to Alameda High school as a first year high school student. At first, it was difficult to adjust since I came from a different country with different culture and language. I already knew how to speak Basic English but I was not confident with my communication skills. I was placed in ELD (English Language Department) which is a class for English learners. During my classes, I did not know how to communicate with the other people and every time I try to talk to my classmates I would stutter. I was so afraid that I would weep whenever I get home. With my parents’ comfort, I was able to feel better but I knew I had to overcome my fear and so, I try to study diligently especially in English. Several weeks after, I was able to communicate my classmate and was able to meet some friends. I gained confidence in myself after practicing with communicating in English and having my family and friends to support me. Every year after, I was placed in a higher level in ELD class. In my third year, my counselor spoke to me saying I may move to a regular English class. I was frightened at first but in order to grow I have keep moving forward. My confidence is always been one of my weaknesses. I tend to always be frightened of trying new experiences. Even today, I am still working on gaining more confidence in myself. At the same time, I would try and convince myself that trying new experiences will help me grow as a person and be more successful in