Award-Winning English Tutors in St. Peters, MO

...process, I was referred to an internship program at an international boarding high school called Brockwood Park School located in Hampshire, UK. I spent the 2013-2014 school year living in England teaching a textiles course and exploring philosophy with my peers. The infamously gray English weather brought me back to my home state of California...

...As such, I spent time working with a great group of students to learn the basic principles of chemistry. After college, I worked in a laboratory for 2 years at the National Institute of Health. During my time in Washington DC, I also worked for Kaplan to prepare students for the MCAT. Washington University School...

...anthropology, although I am also interested in art history, philosophy, biology, and literature as well. I think that the most effective way to learn about a particular subject is to make it interesting to learn. I also believe that it is important for students to use a variety of study methods, and to truly understand...

...mentorship programs and summer camps. I have years of experience teaching new skills through the Girl Scouts program. For over two years I have participated 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...

...amount of free time reading books and writing fiction. My love for the English language took me to Korea, where I taught everything from Phonics to Grammar to Essay Construction. My classes were fairly small, which helped me develop my one-on-one teaching skills. Also, I learned to overcome many obstacles that occur in the teaching-learning...

...on my Master's Degree in Elementary Education. Working as a third grade teacher gave me more insight into tutoring students. As a Third Grade Teacher, I created lesson plans, aligned with current state and district standards, which drives instruction through formative assessment and differentiation. As a teacher I established relationships with students, parents, staff, and...

...I enjoy programming, reading, and Role-playing games. My main reading interests are Science Fiction and Fantasy. I've been a teacher for 14 years, and I prefer to guide my students to the answer, rather than give them answers to regurgitate on a test. To me, the process of finding the answer is just as important...

...I am helping students make sense of new information. Although I am getting my certification to work with children grades K-6, I love working with students of all ages. I have worked for an educational camp called College for Kids for seven years as an assistant and as an instructor. I have also volunteered as...

...want the people I support to realize their talents and gifts despite certain challenges and obstacles. There is nothing more rewarding than witnessing a person reach a goal they have set for themselves. I take great pride in watching the people I support reach milestones and make the effort to reach their full potential. I...

...in the above topics, with a specific passion for Biology, Chemistry, and test preparation. As a tutor, I strive to challenge students beyond fundamentals, while focusing on and accommodating individual needs and individual learning styles. As an sewing and crafting enthusiast, I understand that with practice, tenacity, and perseverance comes success, a lesson I apply...