Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Kansas City, MO

...and by understanding one, you could begin to understand the other. I returned to Ohio State for my Masters of Education degree in Elementary Education. I went on to teach in Minnesota and in Kansas, primarily in kindergarten classrooms and early childhood classrooms. Along the way, I received my Masters of Science in early childhood unified (special education and general education) from Emporia State University. This is where I found my true passion, for I...

...years at the University of Arkansas I have had the chance to be able to tutor and mentor elementary and middle school students in a range of subjects. I am very passionate about reading and math. I believe that one-on-one tutoring is effective for students when trying to better understand a certain subject. I enjoying working out in my running and yoga in my spare time. I am so excited to get to help other...

...summa cum laude with my B.A. in Writing from Southwest Baptist University, I have worked over ten years as a freelance writer and editor. While in college, I tutored four years at my university's writing center, helping students write essays and research papers. Writing is power! People will listen to anything you have to say--as long as you can say it well. Learn to communicate effectively, and the world will come to your door.

...Law. My favorite moment came when I received a scholarship to complete a semester at Oxford University where I studied the philosophy of law and modern British history. I believe education is more than simply learning enough material to pass. Instead, I use my enthusiasm and knowledge to motivate students to not only get the best scores possible, but to learn real skills they will use throughout their education and in their lives. I strive...

...opportunity to be a professor of Computer Science and Bioinformatics at Fontbonne University. During my studies, I tutored my fellow students in mathematics ranging from Introductory Algebra to Calculus to Ordinary Differential Equations. During my time as a professor, I designed and taught courses in Python programming, C++ programming, Database, and Statistics. After choosing to leave academia, I worked as a Data Engineer where I gained fascinating insight into the application of all that I...

...majoring in Biology with a Biochemistry emphasis and minoring in Music, on the pre-med track. I am passionate about healthy living, mentally and physically. I love to tutor students in a variety of subjects, but I specifically enjoy and have experience in tutoring on ACT/SAT, college applications, and AP classes. I think that every human has the potential to learn and succeed in their field of interest with perseverance and right attention from a mentor.

...have an Education Doctorate (EdD) in Educational Leadership. My passion and area of study, since achieving my doctorate in 2002, has been to lead and teach literacy programs. I am Reading Recovery trained and also have completed two separate year-long courses in the Science of Reading. As a Reading Specialist, I have extensive experience teaching students in literacy lessons tailored to their learning needs. I believe learning to read should be fun and engaging. With...

...5th-12th grade English and math up to Algebra. I love to tutor students in everything, but English is my passion. There are so many daunting tasks that go along with reading a novel or drama, learning critical thinking skills and outlining, drafting and editing a critical analysis essay. However, there is no greater joy than seeing the pride that a student feels in his or her work upon completing this type of task. That is...

...reach their goals and succeed. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Florida State University with degrees in Marketing and Psychology. I then substituted for VPK through Elementary age students along with after school tutoring. I joined Teach for America where I taught English, and ACT prep for 2 years. I also obtained my masters and teaching certification in English Education. I tutor in ACT Test Prep, English, and College Preparation Essays. I take an individualized...

Former fifth grade teacher seeking to facilitate students' academic ambitions. My first degree was in psychology at KU. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from UMKC for my teaching degree. I taught 5th grade for 10 years in Raytown.

...an interdisciplinary doctoral degree in Education Curriculum and Instruction and Social Sciences from the University of Missouri. I further completed 18 hours in Masters of TESOL at GCU as well as hold an English teaching certification. I possess over six years of experience teaching English to diverse learners (1) American common core English for 9th to 12th grades and (2) English for college level adults. Based on my professional experience and my passion for teaching,...

...University as I wanted to obtain a career to use my reading and writing skills for advocacy. I enjoy teaching English, Reading, and Writing skills as they are the foundation for any academic or professional opportunity. During undergraduate I ran my own mentoring program where I assisted high school students with english essays, scholarship essays, and reading skills, In which every senior in the program was accepted into college and received scholarships. Concurrently, I served...

...educator, it is my personal mission to enable students by giving them the necessary tools to find success. l believe every student deserves the chance to succeed in achieving and surpassing their goals. I want to empower my students to approach new or challenging subjects with confidence. Most important of allI, I want to make a positive difference in their lives, helping them become better citizens and members of society as they improve academically.... Never give...

...Englishputting words down effectively (and beautifully) on paper, reading classic (and sometimes not-so-classic) literature, and mastering the nuts and bolts of the language. My goal as a tutor is (obviously) to help you understand and master these subjects adequately enough to pass your test or class, but also, I hope to inspire in each student an appreciation for this amazing language and unlock the tools necessary to allow students to face future writing/reading/English-involving situations with...

...love for education. I am currently a Middle School science teacher in the Kansas City area. I first began tutoring while I studied abroad in Thailand. I developed personalized English language programs for Thai graduate-level students. When I returned to the United States, I taught refugee fifth grade boys in all subjects for a year. I have tutored middle school and high school students in Geometry, Algebra, Writing, and Chemistry. And I have tutored college...

...over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, Social Studies, Speech, and theatre, and have also taught Humanities and tutored ESL at the college level. I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Teaching as well as an ESL Certification. I enjoy tutoring a wide range of subjects in the area of English and the Humanities. My favorite subjects...

...youth and families who need intervention. I also work with inner-city schools on behavior support. My other time is spent as an empowerment (motivational) speaker to teens and families, as well as a guest lecturer at universities on youth and family development, urban education, and social justice. I have a graduate background in Urban Education- I taught English, Social Psychology and Family Development (counseling.) I love the work that I do and I also have...

...available to tutor students during the week. I work with students from 6th grade up to graduate programs in their sciences, specifically biology and evolution, but I can often help in other sciences as well. I look forward to meeting and working with all of you amazing students. I'm also highly skilled in English/writing and literature and some history and social studies. I am good with special needs, neurodiverse children and adults, and can help...

...content knowledge. Tutors accommodate the academic, social, and emotional needs of all of their students. An effective tutor engages all students into each lesson so they feel like they are part of the classroom community helping them become more active in the learning process. An outstanding tutor is also very knowledgeable about the content being presented. It is important that tutors teach a lesson dynamically in order to cater to all students' diverse learning styles....

...and am really falling in love with the city. I taught high school Spanish 1 for two years and taught theater for three years. My teaching style is structured, but fun. I am firm believer in practicing as much as possible and getting friends and family in on your learning. I use power points, props, videos, games, and whatever else I can find to make sure that every student is learning according to their learning...