Award-Winning English Tutors in Overland Park, KS

...North Kansas City with my wife and my pets (dog, cat, and lizard). Science is my lifelong passion, and discussing contemporary findings, scientific history, and futurism is something I love to do. I have particular interests in astronomy and science fiction. My wife and I love going on hikes, biking trails, exploring Kansas City, and watching way too much Netflix. I also have a personal interest in sports, and have experience coaching Football, Ice Hockey,...

...So, who am I? I grew up homeschooled and in a large family, so tutoring my siblings became part of the school day. I am a photographer because I enjoy finding the detail even in the subjects that cause us pain and seeing the beauty in the frustration that leads to success. I am a world traveler that enjoys learning about different cultures and seeing how different people think and enjoy life. I work in...

...everyone from my 10 year old nephew to my classmates in school. I don't think that science and math has to be as intimidating or scary as the world makes it out to be. Often times if we don't understand something, it's simply because it hasn't been explained to us in a way that caters to our strengths. I love math and the predictive nature of numbers. If I'm not in school you can probably...

...facts; in this way, the learner builds on his/her knowledge in a way that is applicable, meaningful, and useful. I also think that all children deserve the opportunity to learn in a nurturing, safe environment, where they are valued and cherished- regardless of cognitive ability. I have spent the majority of my life learning about different subjects that interested me. As a young girl, I dreamed about the day when I could be fluent in...

...am a Software Engineer that loves what I do, and loves to learn. I am self motivated and will often engage in self-learning through online courses and teaching apps, such as Duolingo and edx.org. I feel education is the most important thing one can strive for in life no matter the age. I want to help bring that love of learning to others, and to try and make certain topics and concepts less of a...

...have spent countless hours in classrooms as I observed seasoned teachers, and taught lessons in all content areas for students Kindergarten through sixth grade. I 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...

...to create a supportive and engaging environment where they can explore their interests and develop their skills. This is accomplished through collaboration, active participation, fostering critical thinking, developing creativity and promoting social skills. This is taught through lectures, activities and most importantly, fun! I believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and my goal is to inspire my students to become lifelong learners. Outside of tutoring, I love sports!! I really love baseball and going...

...believe that education is the most certain way to create success. However, I also understand that our current school system is not tailored to help individual students. As such, I aim to give students the extra help they need but cannot get in the classroom. I am in school at Grand Canyon University and am working on obtaining a degree in Elementary Education. I currently work full-time as a literacy interventionist in a local elementary...

...as personally. I believe that when students feel confident in themselves academically, that confidence starts to spread to other areas of their lives. That is my goal as a tutor, to help students get that confidence in themselves, and to know that they can do math, they are good at reading and writing. I plan on doing this by getting to know them as an individual and learning where their strengths and areas for growth...

...Missouri, Columbia. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. I am also certified in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have three years of teaching experience in both public and private institutions. I am excited to tutor because I find it extremely rewarding to help students achieve and set goals for themselves. I believe every student is capable of doing their best in everything as long as they are given the encouragement and...

...My goal is to help my students 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...

...on their own. Though tutoring writing is my first passion, I also tutor law students and lawyers preparing for the Uniform Bar Exam. I have taken this exam in multiple states and have developed several strategies for digesting vast quantities of information in limited amounts of time. When I'm not tutoring or practicing law, you can find me knitting, watching scary movies, or taking long walks with my Great Dane. I look forward to helping...

...Biology and Environmental Science and as a middle school teacher I focused on Physical and Earth Science. I am most passionate about tutoring science and helping students understand how to ask questions and develop procedures to answer those questions. When working with students one on one I make sure to evaluate their current knowledge and make sure there's a strong foundation on which we can build. I especially enjoy using visual and hands-on tools to...

...Previous experience working with mentorship programs, development programs and succession planning has provided extensive knowledge of the stress encountered by high school and college students as well as the understanding needed to motivate young people through such challenges. While previously residing in Lawrence, KS, I was able to work closely alongside student athletes at the University of Kansas where I gained insight to anticipate the varying degrees of involvement needed to ensure the success of...

...to learn at high levels. It is the responsibility of the educator to bring learning to life and to ensure the success of every student. It is this commitment that has helped me reach significant academic growth for the various students that I have worked with over the years. Learning should be both fun and intentional. My lessons are jam packed with games, activities, and targeted learning objectives. I seek to create meaningful relationships with...

There is power in hard work, perseverance, and community. Anyone can learn and succeed given an equal platform. I can only hope to be a step along a greater journey to that success.

...am excited to branch out and tutor subjects besides Spanish in the Kansas City area, including Math and English language skills, even though Spanish holds a special place in my heart. When I am not teaching Spanish, I enjoy reading books (currently the Hunger Games series), watching movies, playing video games (I am a Mario addict), and exploring different restaurants. My wife and I have two wiener dogs named Rocco and Ruby.

I am a recent graduate from the University of Central Missouri. I am an outgoing and enthusiastic academic tutor in the areas of mathematics (elementary math, algebra 1, algebra 2), German (German 1 & 2), and homework support. My hobbies and interests include computer science, tennis, games, movies, and social outings. ... My teaching philosophy is that of patience, support, and excellence. As long as a student wants me to tutor them, I will do it...

...currently studying to obtain a degree for Cognitive and Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. I have tutored within my school district for four years with students of all ages. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate and skilled with math - specifically algebra - and writing. I have chosen to tutor because I have a deep understanding of being a struggling student. I have developed crucial tools and techniques...

...am passionate about the pursuit and communication of truth through language, questions, and logic. I tutor many language-related fields, such as reading, English, grammar, New Testament Greek, Biblical Hebrew, linguistics, and others. I have a B.S. in Journalism and a B.A. in Linguistics from the University of Kansas and an M.Div from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. I have taught students from elementary age well into adulthood in formal and informal environments on a wide range...