Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...test prep. At the beginning of a first teaching session, I like to get to know the student and obtain a sense of context by asking a few questions surrounding his/her desires, challenges, goals, etc. To me, a student is to be understood and respected as a person first and foremost. From there, my method is very practical. I try to meet students where they are and help them get to where they want to...

...was so cool. I asked: do you suppose that Doctor so and so went to elementary school? well I'm quite sure they did. why are you asking me these obvious questions? everyone who works here had to go to elementary school. I simply smiled that's my why. And I tutor because my seventh grade algebra teacher tutored me, an honors student who would get kicked out of honors if I did not at least get...

...a highly performing high school in Illinois in the general education and small setting in the area of English for the past eleven years. My primary expertise is reading fluency, comprehension, and formal writing. I really enjoy the editing process and helping students learn to create sophisticated sentences and elevate their writing tool box. I also enjoy breaking the formal writing process down. My primary audience are discouraged, unconfident, or overwhelmed learners. My goal is...

I believe that all students can learn and be successful. I also believe that all students should be given equal opportunities and guidance.... I believe that all students can learn and that each should be given equal opportunities to learn and grow.... In a first session with a student I would spend time on a personal level, getting to know him or her and what their interests are.... I can help a student become an independent...

...at the end of the tunnel, it is such a rewarding experience. I have found once they can get past their struggles, they become passionate about taking on the next obstacle. This is my goal with each and every student I work with. I am truly passionate about education, and believe today's youth are going to shape our futures. When I have free time you can often find me curled up with a good book...

...my name is Joseph, and I love science! I have a Bachelor's of Science in Psychological Research. After working at a hospital for children with behavioral health problems, I chose to go into healthcare. I am currently working as a Biochemical Laboratory Technician at my university while taking pre-requisite science courses: with the hope of getting into medical school. I hope to make learning: science, math, psychology, philosophy, reading, and writing fun (even if that...

...school teaching experience and ten years of college level teaching experience in Writing and Literature. I have also worked for two years in the Writing Center at Saint Louis University tutoring students in writing at all levels from Freshmen English essays to graduate school essays and college application essays. I can also tutor organizational and study skills for any grade level. I am a focused teacher who has excellent rapport with students making them comfortable...

...well as Physics, and Language Arts. While working on my engineering degree, I also taught at an alternative private school, instructing both middle and high school students in a broad range of subjects. My academic and professional background has provided me the skills with which I can help students succeed in the classroom, as well as enable them with homework and study skills that they can take beyond their secondary education into college.

...world to what it is today. It is always so fascinating to see the chain of historical events and how they are all so significant when accumulating to present. History and education is a lot of enjoyment for me, but I also enjoy many other things. In my free time, I enjoy reading. what I read varies but mostly I enjoy historical literature. Also, I enjoy astronomy very much. One of my favorite things to...

...coming from both sides. I believe that a major key to doing well on timed tests like the ACT is good time management. Some students tend to overthink or spend too much time on a problem, using up the time to look at other problems, and leading to them having to guess at the end. This can affect a students score, so I like to provide the student efficient ways of which to answer the...

...State University. I have tutored students one-on-one and even lead a Writing Center at my college campus. Not to mention, I have loads of teaching experience at the Elementary and Middle School setting. I have tutored English and Reading most, and love to instruct on this content as reading and writing is a passion of mine. My teaching philosophy is appealing to the whole child. We all deserve an engaging session where we feel like...

...in International Political Economy and Spanish Literature. Most recently, I was a Spanish high school teacher in New Orleans for the past two years through Teach for America. During that time, I worked with students on everything from ACT test prep to learning how to read. I'm in Saint Louis as a Coro Fellow in Public Affairs and am hoping to tutor in my spare time. I love working with students until they completely understand...

Hi, my name is Gurpal. I completed my undergrad degree BS Biology at Saint Louis University. Currently, I am applying to medical school while doing a post baccalaureate pre medical at WashU. I enjoy helping students to achieve their desired educational goals and I am motivated to assist, and aspire in learning. I have tutored for 8+ years in education from elementary students to college students - especially focusing on pre-medical curriculum.... I believe the fundamental...

...skills I brought to the classroom. If my teachers had not recognized this, I would have had considerably more difficulty succeeding in the academic sphere. As such, the most influential facet of my own teaching philosophy is my commitment to respecting student intelligences. If my students are not confident in the abilities they bring with them to the tutoring session, then the likelihood of facilitating sustainable improvement in the student drops dramatically. In light of...

...the teacher, the activity of learning is not limited to the student. There is always an exchange between what the teacher and student have to offer. I believe it is best to show, rather than tell students how to work their way through the task at hand, whether it be a problem or a prompt. I know that there is not always one way to solve a problem or answer a prompt, so I am...

...Secondary Education with concentrations in English and Spanish. Ever since my study abroad experience in Costa Rica in college, I have been very passionate about teaching and continuing to learn Spanish. I taught high school Spanish levels 1-5 for five years, and I loved it. After five years of teaching, I had the opportunity to move to Lima, Peru to work as a missionary. My Spanish ability and knowledge of the Latin American culture grew...

...am an avid reader, writer, and learner. Literature and writing are my passions, and I want everyone to have the amazing experience I have when I discover a great novel. Understanding and analyzing a book doesn't ruin the story--it only makes you love it more. I look forward to helping students through the anxiety-inducing process of applying for college and receiving a good GPA. I've been there. I've been anxious. I want to make the...

...years experience tutoring math, primarily Algebra 1 and 2. I prefer to use question and answer type practice. Each student is individually approached so as to assess content skill, classroom engagement, or other needs. I am passionate about helping students to learn, apply, and retain mathematical skills. While I have a good handle on math content, a great strength of mine is having patience to ask and "re-ask" to get a student to communicate understanding....

...in a way that makes sense to him or her, creating a memory or system that will actually stick. As such, I find that, as I work with a student, I try to see how the student sees the problem and find a way that will work for not just today, but for the future. No matter the subject, I work with students on strategies to understand and to execute problems quickly and efficiently, and...

...my Bachelor of Science in Spanish with a minor in Psychology in 2013 and I was TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certified in 2014. I've always loved the idea of helping others learn a language. I have a strong passion for Spanish as well as traveling. With my degree, I was able to study abroad in Salamanca, Spain where I lived with a host family and took advantage of what Europe had to...