Liz
Certified Tutor
...of reading and literature. While my love is literature, I truly enjoy teaching and tutoring any area of English (writing, conventions, etc.). Outside of school, I spend as much time as I can reading and traveling, as well as shopping, seeing movies, catching up on TV shows, and watching my favorite sports teams.... As an educator, I have been, and always will be, passionate about student success. I believe my role as a teacher and tutor...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Secondary Education
Masters, Curriculum & Instruction
Thomas
Certified Tutor
...to identify where I was struggling, and she (patiently) worked with me to break down problems and build to progressively more complicated ones. By my sophomore year, I was able to take (and do well in!) calculus, a subject I never thought I would be able to tackle. I think the keys to my success...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Masters, Masters in Teaching (Secondary)
GRE: 312
GRE Quantitative: 155
GRE Verbal: 157
David
Certified Tutor
...school, I enjoy watching sports (of course I'm a little partial to the Jayhawks, Royals, and chiefs), reading, video games, and also trying to work in some volunteer work in the local area. Overall, each session should be entirely about helping the student attain success in the subject by teaching them in a fashion they...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Lisa
Certified Tutor
I believe all students can learn if met where they are. I enjoy helping students solidify math concepts and develop lasting math skills.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics, Secondary Education, Critical Thought and Inquiry
Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Doctor of Science, Mathematics
Kyle
Certified Tutor
...resident at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the field of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat). I typically work with medical students while at the hospital, but I'd enjoy tutoring any student with an interest in medicine and/or science. In addition to tutoring in subjects such as the MCAT, ACT, and Biology, I can also assist...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Doctor of Medicine, Cell Biology and Anatomy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
Nicolas
Certified Tutor
My ultimate goal is to strive for the highest and to inspire those with whom I interact to do the same. Be the best that you can be, and be proud of the things you do.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Current Grad Student, Curriculum and Instruction
Nicolas
Certified Tutor
...Comparative Government, American Literature As a comparative literature major, tutoring literature is my favorite. My tutoring style is to let the student set the agenda and pace. I want to maximize your time and to strive to have my students learn the material for themselves and to use me as a resource for their own...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Master of Arts, American Studies
Dawn
Certified Tutor
"When one teaches, two learn." (Robert Heinlein) I am passionate about teaching! I am a proponent of active learning and use a variety of methods to encourage interaction on skills that are required for successful understanding of concepts. I strive to able to instill a passion for knowledge and curiosity that further enhances the learning process.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Education
Colin
Certified Tutor
As a tutor, I would like to foster not only mastery of individual subjects, but a strengthened approach to academia in general. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing and writing music on the guitar, watching movies, playing basketball with my friends, and hanging out with my animals.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Behavioral Sciences
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 31
Hythem
Certified Tutor
...hold dearest. Rather than tutor for the sake of hours, I hope to spend my time and the time of my clients effectively. I aim to not only improve test scores, but to set students up so they may efficiently study without a tutor. I hope to not only have an impact on students during...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 34
Alisa
Certified Tutor
I am a junior at the University of Kansas studying Mathematics. I will be tutoring math up to Calculus I (or AP Calculus AB); I will also be tutoring the entirety of the ACT.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Math: 34
Libby
Certified Tutor
...University in St. Louis School of Law, a top 20 Law school according to US News. I enjoy tutoring for standardized tests, particularly the LSAT, as well as helping students improve in history, reading, and writing skills. When I'm not working or going to school I enjoy spending time with dog Loki, swimming, reading, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Reading: 31
Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...an undergraduate student at the University of Kansas, double majoring in math and computer science. A great tenacity has made my college career fruitful with a high GPA, Honors coursework, recognition at department events, as well as lab research work. I look to translate this hard-working nature to my tutoring sessions, and keep adapting and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Sneha
Certified Tutor
...carried on this dedication to public speaking in my work for University Governance, where I chair the Student Retention Board at the University of Kansas. My goal is to unlock your academic potential through conceptual understanding, repetition, and emphasis on the applicability of content. In doing so, I want us to learn from each other...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Economics
Olivia
Certified Tutor
...between these subjects and our everyday life. During the week, you can find me doing research in the lab, talking to students about getting involved in research labs as an undergraduate in my position as a Research Ambassador, or volunteering at KUs Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Center. On the weekends, I'm a fan of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Armeen
Certified Tutor
...long-term. I aspire to motivate students to learn and do their best! I am a post-baccalaureate student with a B.S. in Chemistry. I have taken Math, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology at the university level and have effectively tutored many students in these subjects to help them reach their academic goals. My approach to tutoring is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Math: 35
Orlando
Certified Tutor
My name is Orlando. I love math and I love to teach it. I also love to play the piano especially classical piano; Chopin, Beethoven, etc.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Maha
Certified Tutor
...of learning that each student responds to. My desire to impart my love of learning to others coupled with my understanding of individualized learning tactics will hopefully positively impact students by advancing them academically and in life. I have a passion for helping others and hope to be able to impart that to students who...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management
ACT Reading: 33
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