Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Shawnee, KS

...academic that is passionate about tutoring to increase students' understanding of and comfortability with course concepts. Practiced in detecting gaps in student understanding and reducing complex subjects to simpler ideas for students. I specialize in tutoring Math and Physics from middle school to graduate level, and love helping with ACT/SAT prep as well as introductory...

I'm a structural engineer by trade who is interested in helping others accomplish their educational goals. I believe the most effective way to learn a subject is through mastering core fundamentals, and then refining with repetitive exercises.

...began my College career as an education major and began teaching as soon as I graduated! I then worked on and completed my graduate degree in curriculum and instruction. I have been teaching since the 1980s. I began tutoring shortly thereafter and find it to be satisfying for everyone involved - parents, students and teachers. What...

...scholastic training, and running my own private tutoring service throughout college as a means of making a living has helped me exercise and refine my skill set as a personal academic instructor. Partnering up with Varsity Tutors has provided me with a golden opportunity to continue helping students hone their own academic performance across a...

...Medieval British history. While in College, I taught a group of 9th grade students at a local synagogue. My class focused on the role of women in some of the most pivotal stories in the bible. This experience gave me first hand experience in tailoring subjects to the learning styles of my students and also...

...an enthusiastic individual with two years of experience tutoring college students, I am looking forward to helping you and your preparedness in English writing. Although one of my passions is creative writing, I love research and helping students form effective arguments in their essays. I gain fulfillment from writing as well as helping others, so...

...students break through obstacles to understanding tough concepts. I believe that sometimes all it takes to tackle a difficult problem is a fresh perspective, which is how I like to approach my tutoring sessions. I love to hike, I'm an avid board game player, and I'm currently teaching myself to play guitar - it's going...

...law student at Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, a top 20 Law school according to US News. I enjoy tutoring for standardized tests, particularly the LSAT, as well as helping students improve in history, reading, and writing skills. When I'm not working or going to school I enjoy spending time with dog...

...of any age. I am a very patient and kind teacher, but I also enjoy a few quips to keep things light throughout the learning process. I think a sense of humor is sometimes necessary in order to get through complicated lessons! I connect well with kids, teens, and adults, and would love to be...

...specialize in water engineering. I am a strong believer than learning occurs in a much different way than the traditional lecture method given in schools. Schools are teaching hard facts and not showing students how subjects can be applied to real life. Students miss out on many wonderful realizations in their daily lives because they...

...My name is Nicki. I have taught English for 44 years. Most of my experience is with high school or college. I love reading and writing and hope to pass some enthusiasm on to all my clients. I am not judgmental. I start where you are as a student and build on that knowledge. I...

Eager to hone my teaching skills prior to entering graduate school to pursue becoming a professor in astrophysics. I offer an individualized approach to a variety of subjects, including math, physics, and standardized test prep. Looking forward to meeting with you!

...Developmental Biology and Psychology. This fall I will be attending medical school in Kansas City. As an undergraduate teaching assistant for the introductory biology course in college, I focused on assisting the professor with teaching biological concepts in a one-on-one and group setting. I would assist by creating workshops that allowed me to assess student's...

...European History, U.S. Government, Comparative Government, American Literature As a comparative literature major, tutoring literature is my favorite. My tutoring style is to let the student set the agenda and pace. I want to maximize your time and to strive to have my students learn the material for themselves and to use me as a...

...changing majors, but chose to remain a biology major to avoid going extra years. My interest in chemistry and biology is what motivated me to become a tutor. I want to help students understand how chemistry and biology interconnect. I hope to do this by providing them with very good understanding of basic concepts and...

...helping classmates at my after school academic resource center. I really enjoy getting to know and helping kids learn. I've worked with kids from the age of 4 in summer camps up to high schoolers. Whether I'm teaching Math, Science, or Reading, the best part about my job is seeing when a kid understands a...

...satisfying feelings is helping someone develop and understanding of a concept they are struggling to grasp, which is why I love tutoring! Learning is something I've always valued highly, and it has always pained me when I would see my peers disregarding school and education as boring or useless. To me, however, this is a...

...Education and a Masters in Public Health. I have taught 3rd grade, 7th grade communications, college writing and literature. While working on my MEd, I studied under Dorothea Watson for two years (she continued to mentor me for many years after my completed degrees). Dr. Watson developed Miscue Analysis. Miscue analysis involves a running record...

...Slam Poetry Club President, received all-conference softball honors, and was selected as the Outstanding Woman of the Year for my graduating class. I then spent two years teaching Reading, Remedial English, Religious Studies, History, and Service Learning at a private middle school in Massachusetts. I also ran the school's Slam Poetry Club, and coached both...

...medical school courses. I have a passion for math and science, as that is what my background is mainly in and also love immersing myself in spanish culture and language. I'm a very organized and efficient individual and am great at time management so that students can gain the most out of their session. Communication...