Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in Overland Park, KS

...having trouble with a concept, idea, or a lesson gives a sense of satisfaction to not only the tutor but the person being tutored. Whenever learning a difficult concept, the first thing I usually do is look it up on Google. Sometimes the answers aren't there, and sometimes they are there, but too difficult to understand. In this case, the first thing I do is send the problem to a friend and ask if they...

I am a sophomore at the University of Kansas with an extensive work experience tutoring for standardized tests. I've tutored dozens of students for the ACT, PSAT and SAT. I received a 35 on the ACT (36 Superscore) and a 1520 on the SAT. I was also a National Merit Scholar for the PSAT and received a score with the 99th percentile.

...Metropolitan Community College system teaching Math, Circuits and associated subjects. My main subject is Math. I have found that if I help people get a good foundation in math they are much better at it than they ever thought they were. Tutoring should be interactive, a team effort. Let me help you gain a foundation and confidence and we will both see you soar. I love animals and that is probably what aids in my...

...can be a time for fun and learning. There is no need for this to be something they dread, but instead, something they look forward to. My spaces are relaxed, safe, and still offering the most amount of learning I can give the students. I don't want any student in the group to feel left out or behind. I play to the strengths they show and give those the chance to shine. I use positive...

Graduate MBA student based 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 students feel excited to learn.... No student is unteachable, and not all students learn the same way....

...peer instructor for Kansas State University where I taught study skills, time management, and academic success strategies. Later after completing my Masters of Science degree in Wildlife Science at New Mexico State University I taught at Dona Ana Community College as an adjunct instructor. It is not just my education though that sets me apart but my career as a biologist, researcher, and project manager that gives me real life experience, helping me to relate...

...graduate of Loyola University Chicago and majored in Cognitive/Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology with a minor in Spanish Language. While in high school, I tutored many students through my high school's tutoring program. I mainly tutor in Math and Spanish (specifically Algebra 1, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 2 and Spanish 1-4). I would describe my teaching style as very different depending on the student I am tutoring because I aim to find the best method of teaching that...

After having been through the stresses of applying for colleges, grad schools, and other types of programs, to give back and ensure that you have the tools and skills necessary to reach your academic goals. I have taught and tutored a variety of core subjects for many years, and am happy to share knowledge and best practices for successful preparation!

...to nurture a passion for mathematics and computer science in students today, and help express the true weight the subjects hold in the world of today and the world of tomorrow. I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Kansas, double majoring in math and computer science. A great tenacity has made my college career fruitful with a high GPA, Honors coursework, recognition at department events, as well as lab research work. I...

I am passionate about teaching reading and writing. I went to KSU, have my masters degree and 25 years experience being a kindergarten teacher. I love to see my students succeed. I can provide the skills and tools to help my students thrive in the classroom.

...Psychology with an emphasis in Mental Health Practices in Schools at the University of Missouri. I am in my second year of teaching Kindergarten. Prior to teaching Kindergarten, I participated in a year long internship where I student taught in third grade. In addition to this, I preservice taught in grades 1-5, taught at two preschools and worked for an after school program. I have wanted to be an educator for as long as I...

...to switch gears and return to school for a linguistics program. The majority of my tutoring experience came during college, while working with classmates to help raise their grades in multiple biology courses, including Genetics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Developmental Biology, and Evolutionary Biology. However, I've tutored other classmates in German, Spanish, chemistry, and physics. In addition to college courses, I've worked with classmates and colleagues to improve their GRE and MCAT scores, with the most improvement...

...also gotten the opportunity to teach medical student as an Anatomy tutor which has given me experience in handling a large volume of information and condensing it into smaller bits. In my years at Westmont College, I have been able to teach and tutor as a teaching assistant for 4 years. I mainly taught General chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Math, and Biology, as I double majored in Biochemistry and Cellular Molecular Biology. I...

...people are very inquisitive. The goal of education should encourage one to seek answers, as it is in this way that the student will advance. My goal is to facilitate this advancement of knowledge with the main theme of my teaching philosophy being reasoned thought and repeatable habits. The goal is to encourage thinking in rational ways in the classroom, in groups and when distance learning outside the classroom. I emphasize to the student the...

...recent graduate of Missouri State University with a BS in Chemistry, emphasis in biochemistry. In my final semester of college, I tutored chemistry online, and I can honestly say it was the most enjoyable job I've ever had. I am a scientist, so I mainly tutor chemistry, but I am also an excellent essay writer, editor, and test taker. As a result I am well equipped to tutor chemistry, physics, biology, math, essay writing, report...

...one that is very rewarding I feel it is one of my callings in life to help others overcome their difficulties. The purpose of teaching is not to pour information into the minds of students, but to invite and inspire the student to apply the knowledge to multiple situations and be inspired to seek further knowledge. I make a conscious effort to be friendly and connect with all those who seek my help.

...my MA in Latin from the University of Michigan, I found myself in unfamiliar territory. I had been a student my entire life, and suddenly, I was not. My eventual goal was (and still is) to earn a teaching certificate, but that is still a ways off. What else could I do? An idea hit me. Just because I am not a student anymore, however, does not mean I can't still dedicate myself to learning....

...to work out to a perfect answer and when students that I tutor "get it" I feel greatly rewarded. Writing is an excellent way of expressing ourselves and should never be intimidating or "scary". So, in those moments when students feel accomplished in writing, I feel like the world becomes a little bit better somehow. My approach to tutoring students is to make education less of a chore or a burden and more of an...

...passion. Teaching can take a bad day and turn it into a fantastic one. I joined the Air Force at 17 years old and completed a Physics major from the United States Air Force Academy. I was excited to serve my country and am very thankful I got that opportunity. What I learned most from it though was that it was not my passion and I separated from the Air Force to set out to...

...journey of mathematical discovery! As your devoted math tutor, my passion is guiding students of all ages and skill levels toward success in their mathematical endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned problem solver or just beginning your mathematical adventure, know that my commitment to your growth knows no bounds. Together, we'll unravel the beauty of numbers, conquer challenging equations, and build a foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Your success in my priority, and I'm...