One-On-One or Small Group Book Club for Students 9 To 18
In this one-on-one class, learners will have individualized attention for in-depth book discussions and reading response exercises.
Jill Harper
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(285)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Homework can be adjusted to each learner's needs.Class Experience
In this ongoing one-on-one class, your learner will receive individualized attention to grow their reading analysis skills. This course is for students who need or want individual support in discussing books. I am an experienced English teacher and an educational advisor who is happy to develop a plan for your student. This course is also open for small group instruction for up to 3 students. My goal with this course is to meet your student's needs and help them grow in their reading comprehension and analysis skills. I have experience working with all learners, including gifted students, twice-exceptional students, and students with learning disabilities. I never recommend the same plan to all my students. Instead, I tailor book selections and writing work for each student and their goals. I always provide feedback on all writing, including having writing conferences and discussing what works, what doesn't, and what could be changed to make the writing stronger. I encourage rewrites and self-editing to help the student grow as a writer. Before the meeting, please reach out to me so we can make a plan for your student that targets the areas you want them to work on and to create a book list. Please get in touch with me to set up times.
Learning Goals
Students will become more engaged and critical readers and will be able to share their opinions and thoughts confidently.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Books should be pre-read by parents if you have any concerns about content. Reviews can also be found on Common Sense Media, Amazon, Goodreads, Kirkus, and The School Library Journal.
Supply List
Families are responsible to get each book we study for their student.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Jill Harper
4.9
285reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from University of California Santa Barbara
Hello! My name is Jill and I am passionate about education and have extensive experience teaching in the online community. I love overseeing book clubs for tweens and teens, sharing my love of literature and writng, and offering classes that encourage and inspire students to share their thoughts and opinions with their peers.
My goal is to expose students to a wide range of books that they may not pick up on their own. For teens, I have also developed book clubs that focus on one specific area and curate book lists that add depth to the course descriptions for when it is time to apply to colleges.
Outside of Outschool, I am an educational consultant and homeschool expert at Simplify Homeschool. I run a group for homeschooled parents on Facebook called College Confident Homeschoolers and specialize in developing year long plans for teens and parents based on goals and interests. Additionaly, I support families with the college application process.
As for my own background, I began breaking away from the educational norm and deciding my own path when I took the California High School Proficiency Exam at age 16 and enrolled in community college. From there I went on to the University of California, Santa Barbara and graduated with honors with a B.A. in film studies. I completed the credentialing program from National University.
I am well-versed in all things related to homeschooling and education. I specialize in the area of homeschooling gifted tweens and teens, twice-exceptional students, and students with disabilities, including both learning and physical disabilities. This interest stems from raising three amazing children who are living with disabilities.
I welcome and support all learners in my classes and enjoy supporting every student no matter where they are at in their educational journey.Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$35
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-18
