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About Henry Smith

Welcome to my tutor profile! I'm Henry Smith, a dedicated and passionate coding instructor from Christiansburg, VA. My journey as an educator began 8 years ago, and since then, I've been on a mission to make learning both enjoyable and impactful for young minds. Through my interactive coding classes, I aim to ignite a lifelong love for technology and innovation in my students.

Background

Over the last 8 years, I have crafted a teaching technique that is both engaging and educational. My approach involves incorporating game design principles, encouraging students to learn coding through the creation of their own games in Scratch and Roblox. This method allows children to experience firsthand the excitement of bringing their creative ideas to life, all while learning essential programming skills.

Areas of Expertise

Scratch Coding: Scratch provides a fantastic platform for beginners, and I specialize in helping students navigate this visual programming language with ease.

Roblox Game Creation: For students ready to take their skills to the next level, I offer guidance in developing their own games in Roblox, covering LUA scripting and game design essentials.

Child-Centric Learning: I design my lessons to align with the learning pace of each child, ensuring that each lesson is adapted to individual needs and abilities.

FAQs

Q: What age range do you teach?
A: I'm experienced in teaching children ages 7 to 14, catering to a range of abilities from complete beginners to more advanced students.
Q: How do you ensure that the classes are fun and engaging?
A: I use a mix of interactive tasks, challenges, and project-based learning where students get to apply their skills by creating their own games and sharing them with their peers.
Q: Do you offer both group classes and one-on-one sessions?
A: Yes, I provide both options depending on the preference and learning style of the student.
Q: How do you measure student progress?
A: Progress is measured through practical tasks, interactive quizzes, and regular showcase sessions where students present their projects.

Testimonials

"Henry has a magical way of making coding classes the highlight of my son's week. His patience and creativity have sparked a real passion for game design in my child." - Rachel T.

"Henry helped my daughter overcome her fear of coding. Now she's confidently building her own Roblox worlds. We're thrilled with her progress!" - Michael W.

"Mr. Smith is an extraordinary tutor. He has a talent for connecting with kids and making complex concepts accessible. My son has developed so much under his guidance." - Linda S.

With 26 glowing reviews and an average rating of 4.5 stars, I am proud to be one of the top tutors in Christiansburg. Join my coding classes and let's embark on an educational adventure where fun and learning go hand in hand. Whether your child is taking their first steps in coding or ready to dive deeper into game development, I am here to guide them every step of the way. Let's create, code, and share success together!

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Henry Smith

Star4.5 (26 reviews)

Hourly rate

$20

Location

Christiansburg, VA

Experience

8 years

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