What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Is your teen looking to improve their social skills? This ongoing class provides a supportive environment where teens can learn and practice essential social skills, ensuring they thrive in various social settings. In this class, students will cover a wide range of topics, including: Building Confidence: Techniques to boost self-esteem and present oneself confidently. Effective Communication: Skills for clear expression, active listening, and respectful dialogue. Making Friends: Strategies to initiate and maintain meaningful friendships, understand social cues, and develop empathy. Conflict Resolution: Tools to handle disagreements and resolve conflicts peacefully. Digital Etiquette: Tips for maintaining respectful and safe online interactions. Growth Mindset The class format includes lessons that do not build on each other, and no prior knowledge from previous weeks is required. Students may join at any time. Classes are interactive and feature fun, engaging lessons where participation is encouraged. Activities include role-playing, group discussions, and practical exercises, ensuring that teens not only learn the theory but also apply it in real-life scenarios. Please note that this class is not designed to provide therapeutic services; it is solely instructional. Weekly Topics Rotate
Learning Goals
Enhance Self-Confidence: Students will learn techniques to boost their self-esteem and present themselves confidently in social situations. This includes understanding body language, improving posture, and using positive self-talk.
Develop Effective Communication Skills: Students will master the art of clear expression, active listening, and respectful dialogue. This goal focuses on helping students articulate their thoughts and feelings effectively while also being attentive and re
Other Details
Parental Guidance
During our classes, it's possible that your child may encounter topics that evoke strong emotions or sensitivity. Please rest assured that with over 20 years of teaching and group instruction experience, I am well-equipped to handle these situations with professionalism and clear boundaries. While maintaining empathy and care, I prioritize creating a safe and supportive learning environment for your child's emotional well-being. Additionally, I am committed to maintaining open communication with you as parents, ensuring that you are informed of any significant developments or concerns that may arise during our sessions. Your involvement and partnership are of upmost importance to me.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
With over 20 years of teaching experience, including social-emotional teacher training, I bring extensive expertise to these one-on-one social skills sessions. Throughout my career, I've taught whole group sessions on social emotional learning and done one on work.
I've worked closely with students with ADHD, autism, and various learning disabilities, tailoring instruction to meet their individual needs. In addition, I've worked with students who just need a boost to their confidence or have some specific social skills that need some sharpening.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 62 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-12 learners per class