Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Florissant, MO

I am a recent MA graduate from Washington University in St. Louis. I'm an effective communicator who thrives in both one-on-one and group settings, and as a teaching assistant, I have consistently been rated above both departmental and college-wide averages in every evaluation metric.

...My aim during tutoring is to tailor my approach as much as possible for each student. Even if I have five students working on the same subject, their sessions will look very different depending on the strengths, weaknesses, learning style, personality, goals, etc. In addition to working with youth, I enjoy cooking healthy foods, taking...

...an understanding of standardized tests and can help students formulate effective strategies to maximize their scores. As I mentioned earlier, reading and writing fiction have to be near the top of my hobbies list. Also, I would add listening to live music, playing and watching soccer, and collecting records to that list. At the end...

...6-year educator who believes in the value of a quality education at the highest level. I do my best to be as relatable as possible for students who struggle in the subjects I teach. I will always stand by what I learned from my college teacher, Ms. Ward, "As long as you live, you should...

...my AP English credits. I also spent a semester working in The Writing Center at Eastern Illinois University as a graduate assistant, tutor, blogger, and Grammar Hotline resource. Reading and writing are my passions, and I love helping others improve, excel, and discover their own positive relationship with these subjects. I would love to help...

...through graduate school as a stats teaching assistant. I'm interested in honing my teaching skills while I begin the process of applying to doctoral programs. I'm primarily interested in helping high school, college and graduate students with coursework in statistics, public health, GIS, public policy, economics, and political science. Personally, I'm very dedicated to the...

...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 as...

Hi! I'm a full-time English teacher with experience in English literature, film, art history, writing, and Spanish. If you are looking for assistance in any of these subjects, you have come to the right place! Christina

...kids that foster academic growth, character development, extra-curricular interests, and athletic sportsmanship. After grad school, I worked for three years as an instructor at the Heights School, a private independent preparatory school for boys outside of Washington DC. I taught tenth grade English, US History, and AP US Government the first two years, and then...

...I have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and mutual respect. I feel it is important to expect the most from all of one's students and hold them all to the highest standards, but I also respect all of their different ways of exhibiting excellence. Not all children learn in the same ways, so it...

...students to take risks in applying newly learned knowledge. A growth mindset means having a belief that anything that can be learned with the appropriate effort and strategy. As someone who as studied in and experienced multiple disciplines - currently business - I have learned what it truly means to rely on having a growth...

...time management and basic legal analysis skills. For me, tutoring is about unlocking one's unique path to achieving their academic goals. Both as a tutor and a student, few things are as gratifying as those light-bulb moments when everything comes together and clicks. Whether it is ACT Math or writing an essay, there is never...

...I love to discuss and debate the meaning of literature, and I am a professional writer with seven published books. The written word is powerful, and I enjoy teaching students how to use words. I anxiously await working with you and helping you become a better writer and help you better comprehend the written language....

...State. When you and I get together, you will quickly understand that I will never embarrass you or cut you down. I won't rush you. I want to catch you doing something right! That's the fun of going on this journey together. Many times, you'll find you had the answer inside of you, I simply...

...Core tests. In schools where students had never passed AP scores, over 45 of my students scored 3s, 4s, and 5s on the AP US History, AP English Language, and AP US Government exams. With the right motivation, I believe that all students can achieve excellence in all subject areas. All students can thrive with...

...possible. I am a flexible and creative teacher who has worked with ESL students aged 5 through adult. Whether they are a newcomer just starting out in the language or a college student needing to brush up on academic English, I can create tailored lessons to meet each student where they're at. I draw upon...

...research project, culminating in a senior honors thesis on electronic currencies (namely Bitcoin) at both Johns Hopkins and the London School of Economics. This fall, I'm going to continue that research as I pursue a Master's in Philosophy at Cambridge University. I also have a great interest in the environment, including ecology, zoology, and animal...

...empower students. My tutoring style is adaptive, focusing on meeting each student's unique needs while fostering an environment of patience and support to encourage self-confidence and independence. Outside of academia, I enjoy spending time in nature, writing poetry, trying teas of all flavors, and being a plant mom. These interests not only enrich my own life...

...what I actually do is teach people. Young people who are smart and creative and funny and challenging. I love teaching because it has taught me grace. Not physically, unfortunately. But I try to instill in my students the concept that we are all human, we all make mistakes, and we all need to learn...

...Administration and Political Science. I also have a ton of experience working in college admissions, with 4 years in Washington University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions and another year with Chamberlain University as an Admissions Advisor. I know what colleges are looking for and understand how best to help students tell their story. Whether that's through...