[nabs-l] working with kids

[Kaley Jemison]

Hello, as part of my masters program, I am currently working at my universities reading writing center. I began each session by telling the student that I don't see well and that I will need them to read their paper allowed to me. I also mention that reading their work allowed will help them here places that sound awkward or don't quite convey what they meant to say. They might seem sceptical at first but after the session they are very happy that they came and I frequently have repeat customers. Please let me know if you have anymore questions about working at a writing center. Best, Kaley

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> On Dec 10, 2016, at 4:53 PM, Sophie Trist via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Lucy, I'm interested in working in my university's writing lab next year. I've always wondered how tutoring works for blind people. My understnding is that people bring in print textbooks, papers, and homework materials for them and the tutor to look at. What are some strategies for getting around this?
> 
> Soph
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Lucy Sirianni via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list<nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Date sent: Sat, 10 Dec 2016 07:52:05 -0800
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] working with kids
> 
> Hi Ahbee,
> 
> Absolutely! I babysat regularly throughout my teenage years.  I
> started by reaching out directly to families I knew with young
> children to let them know of my interest in finding jobs, and I
> also made fliers to distribute throughout my neighborhood that
> included information about my background, availability, and
> references. I was concerned that people would discount my
> ability to care for children because of my blindness, but while
> it's very possible some did, I always had as many clients as I
> wanted.
> 
> In addition to the babysitting, I also volunteered at a local
> children's shelter, tutored students struggling with reading at a
> nearby elementary school, and taught singing both one-on-one and
> to groups of children, so there are plenty of ways to work with
> kids in whatever capacity appeals to you.
> 
> Hope this helps, and good luck!
> 
> Lucy
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ahbee Orton via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Date sent: Sat, 10 Dec 2016 09:09:08 -0600
> Subject: [nabs-l] working with kids
> 
> Hi Folks,
> 
> I want to babysit or get some experience with elementary
> children.  Is there a way that I could do that?
> I am thinking about going into elementary teaching.  Any
> suggestions?
> 
> Thanks,
> Ahbee
> 
> Sent from Ahbee's iPhone
> 
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