Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Kansas City, MO

...world of today and the world of tomorrow. I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Kansas, double majoring in math and computer science. A great tenacity has made my college career fruitful with a high GPA, Honors coursework, recognition at department events, as well as lab research work. I look to translate this hard-working nature to my tutoring sessions, and keep adapting and working until the material at hand is mastered.

...teaching experience was at Mizzou. After getting my master's, I joined Teach For America and taught high school English for two years. Most recently, I taught composition and developmental English at Penn Valley Community College. My approach to tutoring is non-directive. I ask questions to help guide students to answers, which helps them practice critical thinking skills and deduction, rather than rote memorization. Overall, this leads to a greater understanding of concepts and a better...

I have recently graduated from Missouri University of Science and Technology. I have spent time teaching and tutoring during college and I would like to be able to continue spreading knowledge. I would like to be able to pass on what I have learned to the younger generation for hopes of a brighter tomorrow.

...I hope to help others succeed as well. My favorite subject to tutor is physics because I feel like learning to apply a few fundamental principles to different real world situations is extremely useful in any discipline. While tutoring I try to help students master the fundamentals so they can apply them to the material we're working on as well as future material. Outside academia, I help look after my four siblings and play more...

...Computer Science/Programming, ESL, Math, and Music. I would like to explain my background regarding each category: Computer Science/Programming: I am 3 courses away from a BS in Computer Science and I'm currently working on a real-life project involving web development, databases, and Android development. A large part of this project requires explaining technical concepts to coworkers who don't have the same technical background I do. ESL: I've also taught ESL to children in Asia for...

...Chemistry. I have taken Math, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology at the university level and have effectively tutored many students in these subjects to help them reach their academic goals. My approach to tutoring is by helping students understand the fundamental skills required for their course, so that they have the tools to effectively solve problems. The most important aspect of many of these courses is to teach the student how to recognize what is being...

...math classes and have tutored students of all ages. From elementary students to college students, I have always had fun in my tutoring sessions and we have consistently made strides in a positive direction. I believe that education is the key to success and I try to make this belief a life-long impression on all of my students. In my spare time, I watch, play, and coach basketball and soccer, and I play video games.

...math. I have been a middle school assistant principal for 16 years and still currently serve in this role. In addition to my full time job as an administrator, I have tutored online English Language learners for the past 3 years. It is important to me that I personally stay connected to teaching, and the online tutoring platform allows me to do so. I enjoy watching students learn new concepts. I enjoy the challenge of...

...in 8th grade Spanish II. I have worked as a private tutor for over 5 years now and truly enjoy it! I typically tutor in Spanish or Biology but also have experience in Liberal Arts and Social Studies. To engage my students, I find ways to make the material relevant to their own lives, and make the tutoring experience comfortable and enjoyable. I aim to inspire passion and pride in my students so that they...

...work in math, Theology, and educational leadership (M.Div., M.A. Ph.D.). My calling as an educator has been to promote life-long learning in areas of life that assist the learner in rising to new heights of understanding, productivity, and healthy relationships. Some seeming deviations from this calling have been becoming a pilot, playing a lot of golf, and running international schools in South America for a missionary organization. I am a relational teacher and leader, warmly...

...current student at Kansas State University majoring in Computer Engineering. My favorite subjects are math and programming because I enjoy the problem solving that comes with them. When both teaching and learning, I try to focus on the how and why rather then just learning to solve problems. I've found understanding why a given concept is valuable will make it easier to learn and more likely to be remembered when a potential application arises.

...with a minor in Mathematics from Pittsburg State University. I decided that teaching was for me so I went on and received a Masters in Arts of Teaching from Pittsburg State Univerty. In May 2014, I achieved my goal of getting a Masters in Mathematics from Emporia State University. I have taught high school math for 6 years and college level math for one year. I enjoy helping students achieve their goals. I have helped...

...truly love helping students in both literacy and math, by presenting content in new and interesting ways, as well as helping students find their best strategies for learning and studying so they can feel confident and prepared for class and beyond. Additionally, I believe in teaching students practical ways to apply the skills they are learning, as this was essential to my success and motivation over my time in school. I believe investing in learning...

...science and a Master's in Data Science/Business Analytics. With over 9 years of tutoring experience, I am passionate about working with all students, especially those needing assistance in finance, accounting, mathematics, and computer science/programming courses because these subjects present so many opportunities for problem solving and students to obtain that "aha" moment. That said, I am qualified and willing to help you reach success in all the subjects in which I am approved to tutor....

There no better way to learn than with someone who genuinely cares about your success. I believe that everyone can learn anything, it just takes the time and the right kind of methods for them.

...enjoy tutoring math because I understand the struggles and frustration that the subject can cause. My favorite part about tutoring is seeing all of a student's hard work and perseverance pay off when that concept finally clicks in their mind. Learning is a passion of mine, and I love being able to share it with students of all ages. When I am not busy with school and extra curricular activities, I enjoy reading, listening to...

Holds his Bachelor Degree in Chemistry. Earned his M. Ed. Degree, Curriculum and Instruction in Science Concentration. Highly enthusiastic, seeking opportunities to provide the best education as a professional science teacher. He is very passionate about experiments and technology.

Studying Business Communication and Arabic at the University of Kansas. I love to tutor in History, English and geography. Enjoy running, hiking and swimming!... I always try to relate the certain subject or lesson to something in the outside world that the student knows. This helps them understand and relate to the question/lesson.... Get to know them as a person and academically, and see what level the student is at and what level they need to...

...career were spent in Hong Kong at an international Christian school. During this time, I learned a lot about how to connect with a wide variety of students and learning styles. In 2007, I received my Bachelor's in Elementary Education at Missouri Western State University and, in 2010, I completed my Master's in Elementary Administration at William Woods University. I consider myself to be a creative individual, with a variety of interests including family, outdoors,...

...University of Illinois (MS & PhD--Physics). I also studied Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics as a graduate at Cambridge University in England. I have taught and/or tutored mathematics and science in California, Kansas, Florida, and Missouri. It seems that I've always loved math and science. Now, I especially enjoy helping others understand those subjects with the hope that maybe, given enough time and effort, they may come to appreciate--even "love"--the subjects, too!