Certified Tutors From University of Kansas

...style is energetic and engaging. As a trial attorney, I routinely have to communicate complex matters to a jury that has no experience in the fields of chemistry, biology and physics. This forces me to adopt an engaging style to ensure they do not tune me out. I have three very bright children of my...

...years of practice helping high school and college-aged students write, edit, and polish essays for classes and scholarships. While I was in high school, I was able to bring my ACT score up a significant amount, and I am eager to share my tips and strategies with other students who are hoping to earn a...

...Dallas Independent School District. I know that the confidence that a student receives when they finally understand a concept that has alluded them is powerful enough to positively impact them in all arenas of their life, not just in school. Confidence in your own ability is a powerful thing! I am excited to be part...

...to students' lives so they can understand it in their own terms. If the student doesn't reach the answer on his own, then it won't be meaningful or committed to memory. I find a way to lead with questions so the students can feel the small triumphs of answering questions on the road to learning...

...oganization and study skills, getting prepared to take the ACT or SAT to get into the college of their choice to studying for exams in high school and college. I have had the opportunity to work with students of all ages in all academic areas and can't wait to help you! Your success is my...

...the chemistry department study hall for general and organic chemistry. More recently I have taught 4 undergraduate organic chemistry classes at University of Texas at Arlington and I am currently teaching General Chemistry at Tarrant County College. I have worked in drug discovery for several fortune 500 drug companies and have numerous patents, publications and...

...the written word and the importance of writing in every walk of life. I believe the ability to write clearly can give anyone an advantage in a highly competitive job market and in career advancement. Equally important is an appreciation of what others have written. Reading and thinking about great literature, both fiction and nonfiction,...

...(2009 to 2012), I was the department grade level chair, and I led my grade level on student performances for quarterly assessments and the CRCT. Moreover, I also have experience in lecturing high school students on Political Science, Macroeconomics, US Government, International Comparative Government, Business, Finance, and Current Events. I'm a world traveler, and enjoy...

...they are getting (i.e. what part of that subject they are struggling with). When they understand what they are doing wrong and they find the answer "themselves" after answering several leading questions, they are more energized and excited, and they are ready to work even harder. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy many things. I hike,...

...ways to help students learn the material. A superior tutor does all these things, but also teaches students how to teach themselves so that they can eventually become independent life-long learners. Individual tutoring does wonders for student learning and performance because it gives students the chance to work with someone whose number one goal is...

...I function as the president of the Anthropology Student Union, take dance classes, watch Mad Men and Game of Thrones, and try to keep up with my favorites sports teams. I enjoy tutoring because I get the opportunity to do more as a mentor. As a tutor, I want to help the student learn new...

...pre-calc as an Assistant Instructor (business graduate school) and as a TA (undergraduate). I also tutored friends on the side. I enjoy teaching and tutoring. I'm also very patient. I have a business background, including banking, accounting, and human resources. This helps me make math relevant. In my spare time, I enjoy exercising, golf, travel,...

...have learned in such fields to help others gain confidence in and become excited about a subject. I especially love to tutor in French, which I studied at the Universit du Havre and minored in during college. I believe that curiosity is the most important ingredient in learning. As a tutor, I ask questions to...

...help you reach success in all the subjects in which I am approved to tutor. I started tutoring classmates informally while in college and accepted several teaching assistant positions that enabled me to clearly explain course concepts to students with various backgrounds. Instead of lecturing students, I subscribe to a learn by doing method that...

...about and have the most experience with German and English as a Second Language, however I am also very interested in History. That said, I am excited for all of the challenges that come with tutoring, and I am determined to do my very best to make your learning experience as enjoyable and worthwhile as...

I graduated from KU and enjoy helping people understand math-related subjects! I'm a mechanical engineer, drummer, computer technician, and enjoy playing outdoor sports. If you're needing any help, I can get you up to speed! I do an excellent job of connecting with students and adapting to their learning styles.

...test preparation. I am able to tutor a wide variety of subjects; however, my passion lies in languages and history. In my experience tutoring non-English speakers, I have learned how to solidify short-term knowledge to the long term and apply this not only to languages, but many other subjects, as well. I am a strong...

...Greek and I hope to begin a PhD program in the fall. I completed my MA with a 4.0 GPA and received a perfect score on the verbal GRE. I also scored 168 on the LSAT and graduated in the top ten percent of my law school class. My teaching experience includes two years' teaching...

...a second bachelors degree, a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Bioscience. During my time at KU I worked in the Undergraduate Biology Department in the Human Anatomy Cadaver Lab and Lecture as a Student Teacher. For the human anatomy cadaver lab, along side 4-5 other student teachers, taught the lab in it's entirety. We did...

...reflect on their experiences and voice their character in unique ways that truly stand out. My main strategy in helping students is not about finding the “right” answer to a prompt or essay question but finding ways for them to communicate their thoughts and ideas so they may truly be understood. I believe every student...