Top HSPT Tutors serving Kansas City
Andrea: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...am a very clear, patient, and thorough tutor. I believe it's important to let students do as much of the work independently as possible so that they stay involved in the learning process, and I also find it valuable to relate previous knowledge to new material. But most of all, I just really enjoy the subjects I teach and love sharing them with others! Tutoring is very fulfilling for me, so I'm definitely looking forward...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
University of Washington - Seattle - Master of Science, Physics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
Anna: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...ask their own questions as well. I believe in giving my students resources that help them continue learning after tutoring is finished and throughout their lives. In addition, using my knowledge of science, math, the arts, and the humanities, I make connections between different subjects to help my students see how what we're working on isn't so strange after all! Before beginning to work with Varsity Tutors in August of 2014, I worked in a...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelors, Biology, Environmental Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36
David: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
David believes that language supports all other academic studies. He has pursued language study through both a BFA and an MFA in Writing. He is qualified to teach writing of all kinds, English structure and history, and literature of every era. David's passion is language; his vision is to share and help grow that passion in others.
Education & Certification
Belhaven University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Joe: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...subjects in which I am approved to tutor. I started tutoring classmates informally while in college and accepted several teaching assistant positions that enabled me to clearly explain course concepts to students with various backgrounds. Instead of lecturing students, I subscribe to a learn by doing method that enables students to articulate core concepts in their own words after hearing an explanation and always provide guidance that aid in understanding. Each of us has a...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
American University - Master of Science, Finance
Ron: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...father of 4 and Mechanical Engineering graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering. I started tutoring math in high school, and continued through college. I have always enjoyed helping others to understand, and I find great satisfaction and joy in serving others in this area of their education. When I am not at work as an estimator for the energy industry, I enjoy reading and outdoor activities with my wife and kids.
Education & Certification
Milwaukee School of Engineering - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...PhD program in the fall. I completed my MA with a 4.0 GPA and received a perfect score on the verbal GRE. I also scored 168 on the LSAT and graduated in the top ten percent of my law school class. My teaching experience includes two years' teaching Latin and Myth at the college level and two years' private tutoring of subjects ranging from the LSAT and GRE to languages such as Latin and Greek....
Education & Certification
University of Iowa - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art
University of Kansas - Master of Arts, Classics
LSAT: 168
David: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
I enjoy helping students reach their highest potential. My philosophy is that all people can learn and finding their intelligence is my goal in tutoring.
Education & Certification
College of the Ozarks - Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary - Master of Divinity, Education
Justin: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...brothers who I've spent many nights staying up late working on homework with them. I was also a volunteer for the A+ program here in Missouri where I spent time tutoring students at local elementary schools on various subjects. As a student who struggled with motivation in school through much of my early childhood, I can relate to many students and help connect with them and inspire them to live up to their academic potential....
Education & Certification
Longview Community College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/History
Olivia: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...The teachers I have had who have stood out to me all had common characteristics: they presented their subjects in a way that caught my interest. clarified difficult topics and led me through complex problems, and put knowledge into context that was relevant to me and my life. I view myself as a facilitator of learning, rather than someone who simply delivers information to students. When working with students, I am always conscious of their...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Colin: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
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
University of Kansas - Current Undergrad Student, Behavioral Sciences
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 31
Ashley: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...me unexpected training in how to tailor an explanation to the audience receiving the information, while also keeping their attention and helping them have fun (okay, okay... the fiery explosions might've helped a bit). During my undergraduate studies, I worked as an undergraduate teaching assistant (UTA) for the Undergraduate Biology Lab Department, teaching introductory biology labs as well as biology labs for non-biology majors. From the perspective of student and teacher, it seems that having...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 33
Chris: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou) where I received my Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 2013. I worked for Procter and Gamble for about five years as a process engineer and project manager. Recently, I obtained my teaching certification which qualifies me to teach math at both the middle and high school levels. I have a strong passion for both math and science, particularly algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, general chemistry and organic chemistry.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
ACT Math: 32
Amber: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...I play to the strengths they show and give those the chance to shine. I use positive error correction and don't focus on mistakes for too long per session, because we can always revisit it as lessons go on. Learning should not be scary. Students should feel free to ask questions and be wrong, or right, or close. Fear of being wrong keeps a student from realizing how close they are to "getting it". Teaching...
Education & Certification
University of Central Arkansas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Paul: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...taught at F. L. Schlagle High School in the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools from 2016-2017, and I was a teacher assistant (paraprofessional) at Park Hill High School, which is in the Park Hill School District, from 2006-2016. I earned a Graduate Certificate in Special Education from Walden University, an M.S.Ed. in Reading from Northwest Missouri State University, and a B.S. in Secondary Education - Social Science from the University of maine at Farmington. I...
Education & Certification
University of Maine at Farmington - Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education - Social Science
Northwest Missouri State University - Master of Science, Reading Education
Meaghan: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...and I am finishing up my Bachelor's Degree in Music Education at the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance. I love teaching all ages, but will most likely be teaching middle school or high school choir. I am a certified K-12 substitute teacher, and upon completing my student teaching in 2017, will be a licensed K-12 educator in both MO and KS. I am here to help, please feel free to contact me!
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Current Undergrad Student, Music Teacher Education
ACT English: 32
Melony: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...Spanish Native Language Literacy and a University Writing course. I love teaching! My favorite subjects to tutor are ESL, Reading, Writing, Grammar and Spanish. My tutoring style involves getting to know each other and sharing our interests, discovering my student's goals and preferred learning styles, and having fun while we learn! My interests outside of academia include reading, running, hiking with my two young daughters, travelling, eating sushi and attending concerts with my husband.
Education & Certification
University of Central Missouri - Bachelors, Elementary Education
University of Central Missouri - Masters, Teaching English as a Second Language
Megan: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...the sciences. I enjoy reading, being outdoors, and spending time with my family and friends. I look forward to helping others achieve their academic goals. For my hobbies I enjoy being outdoors and outdoor activities including camping, hiking, backpacking and canoeing. I also like traveling. Conversational spanish is a skill that I acquired while traveling. I love spending time with my family and friends and I am advance rescue certified in SCUBA diving.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri - Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education
University of Missouri - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Laura: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...Program, I know what it takes to motivate and encourage students of any age. I am a very patient and kind teacher, but I also enjoy a few quips to keep things light throughout the learning process. I think a sense of humor is sometimes necessary in order to get through complicated lessons! I connect well with kids, teens, and adults, and would love to be of help no matter your goals.... My teaching philosophy is...
Education & Certification
Texas Christian University - Bachelors, Theatre major/Spanish and Anthropology minors
ACT English: 34
Abba: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
Teaching mathematics is the best hobby .
Education & Certification
Gaziantep University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
University of Kansas - Doctor of Science, Mathematics
Naama: Kansas City HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...I've always found math pretty neat and like to get students interested in it too! I love to travel and have been fortunate enough to do a lot of it during my quarter-century on this planetRussia, all over Europe, the Middle East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
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