Award-Winning English Tutors in Lenexa, KS

...my students to know. After some time with me, your child will become more confident and independent in their work and product. I have been teaching young students for 21 years. Mostly in kindergarten, but I have dabbled in first and second grade. So lower elementary is my passion! I love to help students become better readers and writers. Another skill that I have is the ARTS! So I love teaching students to find their...

I have my masters in biomedical sciences and my bachelors in mathematics. I love hiking, walking my dog, and being with family. I am passionate about helping students understand material and feeling confident in their courses!

...when I was in high school and my natural talent for explaining concepts in a variety of ways began to emerge. My patient and caring nature allows me to reach a variety of students and help them reach a new level of understanding and knowledge. I enjoy tutoring all types of students and learners in all different subject areas. As a current 4th grade teacher, I value education and enjoy working with all types of...

I'm a master's student looking for a side gig over the summer. I enjoy teaching; I've student taught my peers through my own education plus two years of TA at a middle school. I like to make learning fun - riddles, puzzles, creative thinking over just filling in the right steps :)

...interested in language and its logic. I have a long background in the arts and literature. I completed a BFA in Painting at the University of Iowa, a JD at the University of Tulsa and an MA in Classics at the University of Kansas. After law school, I practiced law in New York City for ten years before deciding to go back to school for Classics. I am currently developing a publication on the relative...

...My passion lies in making learning enjoyable and engaging, utilizing technology and interactive methods to connect with my students. I believe that fostering a love for reading is essential, as it enhances comprehension across all subjects. I strive to create a supportive environment where students feel confident to explore and learn. Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading and sharing my enthusiasm for literature with my students, helping them discover books that ignite their imaginations.

...tennis and soccer team. Additionally I participated in National Honor Society, and was the President of Ping pong Club in my school. In high school I tutored many students in subjects such as AP Government and AP English Language and Composition. Furthermore in College I tutored students in Chemistry 1 and 2. Although these are higher level subjects, I work very well with children and have tutored some of my friend's younger siblings in areas...

...see those light bulbs moments. Being a technology teacher I don't always get to practice some of those other wonderful content areas we have to work on in college, such as English and History. Tutoring give me an opportunity to get back in touch with subjects. I have had the opportunity to work one on one with several students as a homebound instructor. In addition I have a reading endorsement. I used to teach illiterate...

...support. My other time is spent as an empowerment (motivational) speaker to teens and families, as well as a guest lecturer at universities on youth and family development, urban education, and social justice. I have a graduate background in Urban Education- I taught English, Social Psychology and Family Development (counseling.) I love the work that I do and I also have a passion for teaching YOU English and writing fundamentals, too. Some days, I miss...

...and my friends and relatives were students. I would spend hours playing and pretending that I was the instructor. Now that I have experienced being the teacher for 18 years, I just can't get enough of working with children. This is why I am now a tutor. Working with children to learn has allowed me to live my dream over and over seeing the gleam in their eyes and hearing the joy in their voices...

...teacher since I was in first grade, so I am very passionate about helping students. I have been an Elementary Teacher for five years now. I know most students learn in different ways and I don't believe that should cause them to fall behind, so I love how tutoring allows me to teach in the way that works best for each child. I tutor all subjects for grades K-4, but my favorite to teach is...

...worked in the Government, the private sector and a central bank. These experiences have enhanced my understanding of the economy, as it has gave insight into training in economics and its application in applied research. I also have some experience tutoring students of different age groups and levels of education. While I can tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Economics. In college, I gained a deep interest in Economics and...

I began tutoring two years ago at Rockhurst University, and I grew to love working with students one-on-one to help them succeed academically. One of my main goals in life is to make education and literacy something attainable and worthwhile (and fun!) for all people. In addition to my tutoring endeavors, I enjoy hanging out with friends and family, watching (an re-watching) all of my favorite T.V. shows, reading, writing, and exploring Kansas City.

...skills for advocacy. I enjoy teaching English, Reading, and Writing skills as they are the foundation for any academic or professional opportunity. During undergraduate I ran my own mentoring program where I assisted high school students with english essays, scholarship essays, and reading skills, In which every senior in the program was accepted into college and received scholarships. Concurrently, I served as a Girl Scout Troop leader where I practiced sight words, reading comprehension, and...

...in a different way, and I believe it is our job as educators to meet the child where he or she is at and implement tools and techniques that allow the child to successfully grow. I would say that I have a strong background in education and have had many diverse experiences with children. I do have a bachelors from Emporia State in integrated studies and a masters in elementary education from Rockhurst University. Throughout...

I received a Bachelors Degree from Knox College and a Masters from UMKC, both in economics. I currently teach college level economics while I'm working on finishing my PhD. In addition to economics I tutor math and writing. When not reading, writing, and teaching I like to sing, play music (accordion and guitar), and play ultimate frisbee.

...I received my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. I am also a certified ESL instructor. Since graduation, I have taught English Literature at a bilingual school in Mexico and developed and run a reading program for inner-city children in Nashville, TN. I am passionate about language, whether English or Spanish, and I love finding creative ways to improve language skills and make learning fun. In my free time, I enjoy taking yoga classes, painting, and...

...raise their grades/test scores and let them grow into the wordsmiths they were meant to be! My sessions include: -learning about my student and their reason for hiring a tutor -setting goals and a time frame for achieving them -assessing their skills -providing assistance with their assignments, test prep, and skill development -wrapping up our sessions with quick assessments to test their knowledge I am eager to tutor students in essay writing, college applications, 4th-10th grade...

...I was part of the Drama club, School Leadership committee, Music Scholars as well as an graduate of the Inroads Business Program. It seemed only logical that I pursue a career in education, as my background was so eclectic. When I began my undergraduate career, I had the opportunity to be exposed to the full range of education courses, all of which tended to reinforce and solidify my intense interest in teaching. I've also had the...

I believe when people know you care about them and their goals they are willing to work harder. My goal is to show my students I do care and work with them to reach their educational goals.