Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...have seen incremental gains establish confidence and motivate students to take risks in applying newly learned knowledge. A growth mindset means having a belief that anything that can be learned with the appropriate effort and strategy. As someone who as studied in and experienced multiple disciplines - currently business - I have learned what it truly means to rely on having a growth mindset. I strive to inspire a similar mentality in my students through...

...a life-long love of learning within my students. I am a firm believer in hands-on, active learning done at a child's pace, allowing them to gain mastery of the skills and gain an independent sense of understanding. I truly feel the more a child is able to create and understand his/her own experiences, the more motivated they become, and ultimately the more they learn. I believe that teaching is multidimensional and multicultural, and I have...

...teaching style is to listen, demonstrate, and guide. For example, in graduate school, I learned to write 50-page papers without blinking an eye and to format said papers using the MLA style guide. If a student needs help with an essay assignment, I recount my writing process, which includes brainstorming, prewriting, and revising again and again. I also try to be silent periodically, to give the students time to think and prepare and to share...

I am a high school English teacher of 4 years dedicated to improving student learning, particularly writing. I have a Master's Degree in English with a concentration in Writing Studies. My work with the Gateway Writing Project has provided me with a plethora of knowledge and resources to do this. Before teaching, I worked as a tutor for four years.

...been in the position of the student. I have set there listening to a tutor, learning what they have to say, and using that information to increase my mental capacity and to become a better person. As a tutor, I not only want to help these students with the problems that they bring to me, but also I want to make a difference in the eyes of each of these students. I want to be...

...the future. No matter the subject, I work with students on strategies to understand and to execute problems quickly and efficiently, and I love the moment when something clicks. I've been tutoring for over a decade from helping Physics peers with homework and general topics, Spanish and psychology students with tackling difficult topics that I had covered in the past, third and fourth graders and help them with their homework, or literacy with a variety...

...have, and I've been lucky to tutor a wide age range from grade schoolers to high schoolers. I enjoy teaching multiple topics especially the social sciences, and I've had particular success coming up with creative and individualized methods to prepare students for the critical reading and the writing sections of standardized tests (including private school admission tests). I've also had a great time engaging students with English class and essay writing material, as well as...

...From November 1972 to June 1979, I taught English at Sumner High School, where I received seven years of invaluable training and experience in classroom management and curriculum development. The latter part of my teaching career was spent in East St. Louis School District 189 at East St. Louis Senior High School (September 1979-June 2002) and Lincoln Middle School (September 2002-June 2005). I was chairman of the English Department at East St. Louis Senior High...

...a recent graduate of Missouri University of Science and Technology where I earned my B.S. in Biological Sciences with minors in chemistry and studio art. I am currently going to school to earn my certification as a secondary biology teacher. I have tutoring experience in biology, chemistry, some math subjects, as well as standardized testing experience. My art background is mostly in realistic pieces, drawing, and painting. I look forward to working with you, see...

...classes, I believe I have the knowledge and skill set to guide students in whatever areas they are struggling with, while providing study tools and techniques they'll be able to utilize throughout their entire educational career. If students have any sort of interest in the health care field, I would have be able to give them advice from my perspective, having completed my first year at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and currently doing...

Yaseen is currently a third-year law student at Washington University School of Law. He scored in the 99th percentile on the LSAT and he has substantial experience teaching test preparation. Yaseen works closely with his students to develop personalized and effective study plans. He graduated from Grinnell College and Bronx Science.

...as an EMT and do research related to mental health. I have previous experience tutoring a variety of subjects including high-school physics and english. Although my favorite subjects to tutor would be Spanish, Math, and Study Skills. I am a firm advocate for student success and that stems from an appreciation of the challenges presented through traditional education. I try to instill these values and life skills to all my students. In my free time...

...2013 Truman State University graduate with a Bachelors of Science in biology. I spent the two years following my graduation teaching introductory biology to freshman in Harlingen, Texas. I recently moved back to St. Louis to eventually pursue a doctorate in Physical Therapy. My interests include anything biology related, nutrition, food of all kinds, and reading. Additionally, I am a certified Les Mills BodyCombat instructor and enjoy instructing and working out in general whenever possible.

I am a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. I earned a Masters of Science in quantitative finance and a Bachelor of Arts in economics, with minors in mathematics and history. My tutoring experience includes mostly mathematics, with students ranging from elementary to college. I love watching students gain mastery of their subject material and applying their studies to everyday situations.

...who I tutor, I can more effectively communicate to my students and help them progress over time. I am a recent graduate of Saint Louis University with a bachelor's in biomedical engineering and a minor in mathematics. The reason I studied engineering and mathematics is because of their complementary natures. In math, you deal with numbers and think through multistep problems logically because everything works out so pristinely in the end, with one final definite...

...moments has been incredibly rewarding. Whether it was helping struggling students grasp complex mathematical concepts or guiding aspiring engineers through challenging projects, I have consistently sought to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. One of the subjects I particularly enjoy tutoring is Mathematics. I firmly believe that a strong foundation in math is crucial for success in various fields, and I take pride in simplifying abstract concepts and making them accessible to my students....

Hi! My name is Caroline and I am a current student at Washington University in St. Louis, double majoring in Anthropology: Global Health & Environment and Healthcare Management. I have 6 years of tutoring experience via both volunteer and private opportunities, and am so excited to be a part of the team at Varsity Tutors.

...all levels. My favorite subject to teach is the GMAT exam because the level of required logical deduction really challenges thinking to new heights. Data sufficiency in the quantitative section provides a unique twist in solving math, and I always feel happy whenever I help someone understand an easier way to solve questions. My teaching philosophy is that there is no student who cannot improve: every individual has a preferred method for arriving at an...

During undergrad, I was an university tutor for 3 years specifically working with student athletes. I also worked as a Physics Lab Teaching Assistant and put together lesson plans for students in lab. I specialize in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Math tutoring, but also have experience tutoring a broad range of subjects. In my spare time, I love to work out, run, and watch movies.

...was sparked by my love for storytelling. Whether it is crafting a story about my 300-pound pet pig or my family's annual themed Thanksgiving, I've always loved diving deep into the details that make a story unforgettable! In addition to high school and university instruction, my experience with Spanish comes from my study abroad experiences in Madrid, Peru, and Oaxaca (Mexico)! That being said, hot sauce is included in every meal of the day and...