Certified Tutors From University of Kansas

...and the GMAT quantitative comparison. I know how difficult some of this material can be because I have worked very hard to master it myself! Due to my time spent studying foreign languages (Spanish, three Mayan languages, Middle Egyptian) I am also very good with writing, rhetoric, grammar, and style. When not teaching or doing...

...a master degree in Architecture. I believe in the effectiveness of studying. The study habits developed in my youth helped me achieve the position of valedictorian in my high school and continue to help me today. School does not have to be the enemy. My infatuation with math and science started in childhood. For years,...

...years, eight years in graduate school at Duke University and The University of Kansas, then five years as a professor at Grinnell College, The University of Iowa, and Dickinson College. I have lived in Spain for two years during my undergraduate studies and in Argentina for one year with a Fulbright Fellowship. Thus I possess...

...to study better and more efficiently so you can make time for the things that matter in your life. I attended the University of Kansas, graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering. After several years in the industry, I am currently going back to school to receive my degree in education, with the intention to...

...material, but teach them a process for thinking and problem solving that will help them in all disciplines in school and life. I enjoy teaching all subjects, but I particularly enjoy test prep and math because I think those are the subjects where I can see students learning not only concepts, but also problem solving...

...you can relate and talk to is one of the most important factors in the success of a student. When the traditional teacher and classroom setting have been ineffective, the best course of action is to try a more personable style of teaching. This is what I do best, and I am entirely committed to...

...maintaining office hours, and prompt and professional communication with students via e-mail and private meetings outside of class time. Other responsibilities of this employment include staffing a tutoring room where students from College Algebra or Intermediate Mathematics classes (my students and others) could sit down for tutoring as individuals or study groups, proctoring and grading...

...approach to teaching students that were more well-versed in biology when I taught Fundamentals of Microbiology Laboratory, where I focused on providing not only hand-written notes but also hands-on demonstrations. My approach to teaching is a comprehensive approach I encourage students to learn material with all of their senses by writing, speaking, drawing, and listening...

...the fall. I most enjoy tutoring math because I understand the struggles and frustration that the subject can cause. My favorite part about tutoring is seeing all of a student's hard work and perseverance pay off when that concept finally clicks in their mind. Learning is a passion of mine, and I love being able...

...assistant for basic biology (BIOL 100) as well as the accompanying lab (BIOL 102) for two years. Teaching biology to students who were non-majors in biology was a rewarding learning experience (pun intended). Every student is different, and we all learn in different ways. I understand that different learning styles require different teaching styles, yet...

...up in central China, the home of Shaolin Kung Fu. I earned my Bachelor's degree and law degree in the States. While in college, I tutored calculus, economics and Chinese, and I enjoyed helping English speakers practice speaking Chinese the most. I will not only help you succeed academically but also enjoy the learning experience....

...to Germany knowing only a few words, so I definitely know language learning frustrations first-hand. I kept working at it, studied abroad again at the University of Bonn, and earned my Bachelor's degree in German! I was able to apply these skills as an educator when I taught English in Austrian high schools for two...

...and I would always come up different ways to explain the problem to different students. I love my job. I have received an A+ in algebra 1 and 2, geometry, precalculus, and both calculus courses. I try to prepare myself every time before I tutor a student, I would do many problems that are related...

...AP Calculus BC. I prefer to take a candid and all-encompassing learning approach with my students, relating the concepts they are studying to real-world phenomena and helping to foster a deeper passion for mathematics. I became fascinated with math at a young age and I enjoy sharing my enthusiasm with others in order to help...

...the University of Kansas and am a sophomore pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. I am passionate about improving the university for everyone and that is where my involvement in Student Senate comes in. I have an extensive background in math, science and the humanities from...

...enjoy tailoring the simplification process to best fit the individual. As someone who has been tutored in the past I understand the challenges certain courses have and want to pay it forward by helping others master these courses. I received my B.A. in Human Biology with a concentration in Anthropology and am happy to help...

...tutor is also a good listener. Students seek a tutor's guidance on a variety of issues and so it is important that the teacher demonstrates leadership skills while helping students be successful in working together. An outstanding tutor is a role model to all students thus must always handle each situation in an appropriate way...

...timeless and worth reading and rereading. Both speak to the importance of making every word count. Becoming a strong editor of your own work is something I will teach you! Outside of work and tutoring, I sing in a couple of groups and play jazz piano. I also love art - all kinds, particularly public...

...I want other students to feel the same way. For me, tutoring is important because it can help students feel like they finally understand a concept they have been struggling with for a while. Getting to see when a student has a light bulb moment is the most rewarding part. With just a little bit...

...and diverse ways. Adapting to each individual's needs depending on their learning style is the key to overall success. My tutoring experiences in all subjects have been extremely rewarding. One-on-one tutoring is advantageous in the fact that a student can really grasp the material lost in a large classroom setting. Some students do not share...