In the session I will be offering support and suggestions on how to craft an effective essay. I will ask that the student has an essay topic that has been assigned to them, or an essay started/finished. By given me this starting point I can work with them to shape and hone their “voice”. It is also important that I understand what the teacher of the essay wants in terms of style and format, that way I can further ensure that the final product will meet the requirements set out for them.
To meet these requirements, I will discuss the thesis structure, effective opening paragraph strategies, how to support and prove your thesis, how to use quotes, and how to wrap the writing up effectively. 
The structure of the class will be one on one discussion based and interactive as we write and revise the work one paragraph as a time. 
I want to hear them explain what they are trying to prove, as not to lose their voice in the process. Therefore, I do not want to offer a “cookie cutter” approach to the essay that many students get. I will use my resources to personalize each session to what I see that student needs at that time. That way, if they need help later, it’s not the same session, but one geared to their needs at that time in the writing process.
I feel this one-on-one Socratic method of discussion-based teaching at a more personal level better connects with the writer/student and allows them take true ownership of the work. It also allows them to feel a greater sense of accomplishment when the final product is completed.