Award-Winning Geometry Tutors serving Independence, MO

...ongoing graduate work in math, I've spent over 20 years in the classroom and more than 30 years tutoring learners from sixth grade through AP Statistics. I quickly pinpoint skill gaps, then use patient, real-world explanations and step-by-step reasoning to rebuild foundations so every new concept clicks. My goal is to replace math anxiety with...

...for that student, but for myself as well. I feel that I am qualified to tutor all middle and most high school levels of math, chemistry, and Spanish. As for standardized tests, I am most oriented towards the ACT. My favorite subject to learn and tutor is Math because it allows the student an opportunity...

...fine tune the areas where we need to improve. I will meet you where you are at, and invite you to take the next step on your learning curve. I also learn from these interactions, and will continue to develop as a teacher as we work through material. Personally, I am a married father of...

I believe when people know you care about them and their goals they are willing to work harder. My goal is to show my students I do care and work with them to reach their educational goals.

...if we do not provide a strong backbone for our kids, they will not be able to achieve the goals or hopes they have. A classroom setting might not be enough for a child and with the extra tutoring they are able to get the confidence they need to excel on tests and in classrooms....

I have recently graduated from Missouri University of Science and Technology. I have spent time teaching and tutoring during college and I would like to be able to continue spreading knowledge. I would like to be able to pass on what I have learned to the younger generation for hopes of a brighter tomorrow.

...tutor a broad range of subjects, I'm most familiar with high school math, history, and English as well as SAT and ACT prep. In my experience tutoring I've found that students respond best to a careful walktrough of the key points in a problem, followed by an opportunity to come up with the answer a...

...a minor in Mathematics from Pittsburg State University. I decided that teaching was for me so I went on and received a Masters in Arts of Teaching from Pittsburg State Univerty. In May 2014, I achieved my goal of getting a Masters in Mathematics from Emporia State University. I have taught high school math for...

...to students including clarification of course assignments, lectures, and tests. I also studied 27 credit hours in Mathematics (18 credit hours in undergraduate level to earn my bachelor degree and 9 credit hours in graduate levels to earn my Ph.D. degree). This mathematical background helped me to explain both Calculus and Algebra in easy, attractive...

...psychological condition. I've worked with students with each of these problems (and more) and seen the vast majority improve their performance, which gives them confidence, which improves their performance even more. It's incredibly rewarding to be a positive example for students and watching their confidence grow until they forget what it was they were so...

...in Kansas City, MO looking to help motivate other students to grow and succeed. I believe that knowledge is power, and learning to overcome obstacles is one of the most valuable skills in life. Learning and knowledge go far beyond the classroom, and I believe that good collaboration, communication, and application are key to making...

For 50 years I have enjoyed learning new skills and helping others learn. My mission is to help individuals develop skill sets which increase performance both in the classroom and in their personal lives. I look forward to helping you!

...to my full time job as an administrator, I have tutored online English Language learners for the past 3 years. It is important to me that I personally stay connected to teaching, and the online tutoring platform allows me to do so. I enjoy watching students learn new concepts. I enjoy the challenge of finding...

I love working with students, building connections, and helping students achieve their goals. My favorite subjects to tutor are math, French, and English. I am excited to work with students of all backgrounds!... Be kind and scaffold. Do research together.... I ask what he or she loves and hates about math. I also ask if they can think of any time they use math in their lives.

Beyond the beauty and usefulness of math itself, mathematical problem solving teaches deduction and logic that are applicable far beyond numbers to every facet of daily life.

My name is Constanze, and I love math! I understand that many others don't, and that is why I am becoming a teacher. I have over two years of experience tutoring beginner's algebra through calculus, and I truly enjoy helping others understand mathematical concepts.... I would first like to get to know them a bit by asking what their favorite and least favorite subjects and activities are. That way I can begin to formulate a plan...

...with students in a variety of settings, including classrooms, one-on-one tutoring sessions, and small groups, helping them break down complex topics into manageable, meaningful parts. Watching students go from frustration to "aha!" moments is incredibly rewarding. My tutoring style is encouraging, patient, and student-centered. I aim to create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable...

...on my M.A. in Mathematics, which is still in progress. I began tutoring students at a private company, where I worked during my senior year of high school. While at Rockhurst, I worked in the Learning Center for two years as a tutor and as a Supplemental Instructor for one year. In addition, I had...

I'm a software engineer who loves coming up with intuitive ways to think about things, and I'm here to help!

...middle school math (grades 6-8) at a private school in Kansas City, Missouri, while also working toward my Master's degree at FHSU in Hays, Kansas. Currently, my tutoring experience includes Algebra I and II, Geometry, and Trigonometry. Of all the math subjects I tutored here in VT, Geometry is my favorite because it allows students...