Interest-Based
Education Coaching
for Students

Do you feel something’s missing and you’re discouraged trying to figure out the next step in you student’s educational journey?

Do you know you really want to encourage your student to cultivate their passions or try something new but not sure how to get started?

Has your student expressed interest in any of the following skills (or you want to expose them to something you think they’d enjoy)?

Interest based education fosters curiosity by prioritizing time & space to pursue those interests!

Examples of Skills & Interests your student might be intrigued to explore:

• Hands-On (Gardening, Cooking, Woodworking, Metal Forging, Electrical, Architecture, Building, Animal Husbandry, Robotics & Drones, etc)

• Professional (Gmail, Docs, Slides, Websites, etc)

• Content Creation (Blogging, Podcasts, Music Production, Graphic Design, Photography, Writing, Videography, etc)

• Creative (Mixed Media, Painting, Pottery, Papermaking, Crochet, Sewing, Jewelry, etc)

Education Coaching: How it Works

What we’ll do in our coaching sessions:

Step 1: Define interests & brainstorm a learning path

Based on your student’s feedback by including their interests, current skills, budget for tools & supplies, & their available time, I can recommended resources and help your student develop a plan to be able to dive deeper into their interest(s) of choice!

Step 2: Solidify their personalized learning path

Empowering your student to make their own plan, your student will agree to the expectations & personal responsibility required to complete their goal. Their learning path will be a combination of knowledge, skills, and exploration of their interest!

Step 3: Check-ins & Support

Students will complete the activities mapped out on their learning path! With weekly or bi-monthly check-ins, I will be able to support and encourage your student in their work!

Students and I can connect during the week via email or Google chat (free Gmail account feature) for questions or check-ins on their learning path goals. I LOVE to hear about what makes someone excited and what they’re learning about in real time!

(As with real life, students will be able to modify their learning path as needed to accommodate for life circumstances or adapt to a new direction they want to follow).

Step 4: Complete their portfolio

As part of your student’s learning path, we will identify how they plan to showcase their learning experience.
Upon completion of their portfolio, we get to celebrate their hard work - and start the process again!

Recommended frequency of coaching:

Depending on your student’s learning path, I would recommend 2-4 times per month
(timing over holidays and for travel can be accommodated for students)

Pricing per half hour session:
$60/session

FAQs about Coaching Sessions

What days will coaching sessions be available?

Fall 2024 sessions will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (with scheduled breaks for holidays)

How is having a coach different than a tutor?

Students engaged in coaching sessions are encouraged specifically in following their interests, improving in their learning goals, and will be given personalized suggestions for resources & curriculum (and of course get 1-on-1 help with any questions!)

With tutoring, we are working on a specific subject or assignment that your student needs to gain mastery in or requires specialized help with.

Can a learning path my student completes via coaching be graded?

Although not recommended, portfolios can be completed with a graded component if you want to have it as a supplement to your schooling method. Your student & I will create a rubric that their portfolio project will be graded on, and your student will self-grade their portfolio.

What kind of student would work best with education coaching?

A student who is ready for Education Coaching is a student who wants to demonstrate personal responsibility for their learning experiences by integrating their interests & priorities from their whole life as part of their educational journey

How long is our coaching contract?

It is ALWAYS my hope to be a good fit as a support for your student on their educational journey. We can cancel our Education Coaching service agreement at anytime for the best interest of everyone

What kind of supplies will you need for coaching sessions?

We’ll use Google Meet to connect with live video conferencing for optimum convenience whether you’re traveling or are cozy at home.

• Computer, laptop, or tablet

• Microphone (usually built-in)

• Headphones (can be helpful to not have audio feedback, but not required)

Other supplies (such as books, curriculum, tools, or resources) that will be needed will depend on your student’s interests and their learning path goals.

Can we reschedule a coaching session?

Yes - if you give me a 48 hours heads-up, we will work to reschedule your session.
Less than 48 hour notice will be considered a missed session and will not be rescheduled or refunded.

Want to request an alternate meeting time or need to ask a question?

Use the form below or send me an email directly at kristin@connectlearningstudio.com

Questions? Contact Me :)

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