Certified Tutors From Saint Louis University-Main Campus

...While I have always excelled at writing academic essays, it wasn't until my time at UMSL that I turned this proficiency into a profession; my two years as a Writing Lab Tutor was a fulfilling and life-changing experience for me. While my area of expertise is academic writing, I have a strong grasp of the...

...hold a bachelor's degree in early childhood education from St. Louis University, an elementary certificate from Northeastern Illinois University, and an ESL endorsement certificate from the University of Illinois. I have classroom and tutoring experience working with children ages 5-12, and I love teaching everything from beginning sounds to algebra to how to write an...

...in Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) and Girls on the Run (GOTR). As a mentor for BBBS, I often helped my little sister with her homework, and clarified any questions she had about the subject matter. As a GOTR coach I taught participants about a positive self-image and healthy dietary choices. My experiences working with...

...one-on-one sessions. I reviewed what was covered in class and explained concepts that students did not understand. I also compiled practice problems for the students to ensure that they understood the concepts and could apply information critically. Once I finished high school, I attended Saint Louis University (SLU) and earned a degree in Biochemistry. I...

...international events. Being able to relate study material to the real world is imperative! I'm well equipped to answer the question "When will I ever need this?" in a satisfying way. I don't expect you to geek out to the degree that I do, but enthusiasm is contagious and it's my job to make sure...

...I am now an adjunct professor teaching Psychology classes, I feel I should offer my services to tutor students whenever possible. Though Psychology and Statistics are the topics that I am most familiar with teaching, I also enjoy tutoring Writing and Mathematics due to my background and education. My tutoring style is dynamic and I...

I am currently a medical student at Saint Louis University. I graduated with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Illinois. I have tutored for the past five years in math, chemistry, and biology. I also have worked with students to improve their test scores for the MCAT and ACT.

...not judgmental at all. I am fun and laid back, but knowledgeable and committed to education. I can tutor anything related to English, though I certainly specialize in Writing. I am also qualified and available to teach ACT prep. I have an understanding of standardized tests and can help students formulate effective strategies to maximize...

...for my major, I also completed all of the necessary classes to apply to medical school. This has given me a wide range of subjects that I am familiar with and comfortable tutoring, especially in biological fields such as Anatomy, Physiology and Genetics. I am originally from Omaha, Nebraska, but over the past 5 years,...

...my favorite subject to tutor and instruct. The knowledge of knowing how to take the main ingredient in acne cream and changing it into aspirin is one example of why organic chemistry is one of the most fascinating subjects to explore. The way that I tend to explain or teach students is to help see...

...help K-8th graders with their task of learning fundamental concepts that would help them acquire new knowledge for the rest of their lives. I've also had some experience in helping classmates with subjects such as Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry. I strongly believe in the idea that, if a tutee does not understand a concept,...

...a Saint Louis City Public High School. I helped teach high school Chemistry and taught English to students who had just immigrated to America. I also have experience teaching English to students in the Indian Subcontinent. My various teaching experiences have provided me valuable insight. I realized that there is no such thing as an...

...most passionate about Spanish and English Literature. As a teacher, I understand that students learn in distinct ways. I use a variety of materials and cater my lesson plans toward the individual needs of every student. My passion is traveling, learning languages, and exploring different cultural traditions. During my free time, I enjoy spending time...

...make an excuse or skip a question, even if it is challenging, I know that we can do it. As a wise man once said, "I do not embrace excuses, I embrace solutions." I also make sure to give my students the one-on-one attention they deserve, and I try to make the sessions both informative...

...MCAT and ACT, when the chances of remembering a specific example of a complicated problem are slim. I know from experience the skills and concepts necessary to be successful in both the classroom and on the day of big tests like the MCAT and look forward to helping students do the same.

...is struggling, we can insure improvement by teaching from the basics. I try to invoke in my students my passion for education and all of its opportunities. During my spare time, I like to play pick-up soccer, basketball, and table tennis. I also enjoy drumming, listening to all types of music, and socializing with my...

...as well as continuing to tutor in my spare time. In the past, I have worked with students in a variety of subjects, most focusing on mathematics (pre-Algebra through Calculus and Statistics) and standardized test preparation. In my role as a tutor, my goal is two-fold: to review and reinforce previously taught material, and to...

...a middle school for boys from inner St. Louis City, in eighth grade mathematics. I most enjoy tutoring the sciences, especially Biology and Chemistry. I like to employ question and answer style tutoring, to review concepts and my students' understanding of the content. I enjoy learning and working through problems, and hope to pass the...

...a one-on-one setting and helping students achieve their educational goals. In both undergraduate and graduate school, I worked as a tutor for the college athletic departments. I tutored numerous college athletes in various math and business subjects such as Accounting I and II, College Algebra, Pre-calculus and Calculus I and II. During college, I...... Always be patient and invested in your student's learning, and tailor your instruction to the needs of the student.

...just needs someone (like me) who will find different ways to explain the concept that unlocks it for you. I find ways to break down the obstacle and learn the concepts, and then apply them to your future. I won't give you the answers, but will help you find the answers. And, we'll have fun...