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Spring 2004 / Consultant Spotlight Spring 2004 / Consulting
Ilana Dvorin of Maine East High School steps into the spotlight.
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Submissions Submit an article to Praxis Ilana Dvorin Name: Ilana Dvorin Age: 17 Writing center: COACH Center at Maine East High School Size of school: 2200 Year in school: Senior in high school Number of years working in writing centers: This is my second year. Job title: Tutor Describe the work you do in the writing center: Students come to the center for help with their writing. I edit papers and help students correct grammatical mistakes. I also work with students to develop well-structured papers. I help students organize their thoughts and connect ideas to their theses. Describe the training you’ve participated in: After a lengthy training session, I was certified by the National Tutoring Association. Additionally, I have been trained by the COACH Center each semester. How do you normally start a consultation? I begin by introducing myself and finding out more about the student I am tutoring. I make sure the student has his materials, and I ask what the student is looking to accomplish. I also find out more about the assignment and the class that he needs help with. Describe your consulting style: I try to be informal to make the student feel