Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in Shawnee Mission, KS

...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. An outstanding tutor is also a good listener. Students seek a tutor's guidance on a variety of issues and so it is important that the teacher demonstrates leadership skills while helping students be successful in working together. An outstanding tutor is a role model...

My name is Constanze, and I love math! I understand that many others don't, and that is why I am becoming a teacher. I have over two years of experience tutoring beginner's algebra through calculus, and I truly enjoy helping others understand mathematical concepts.... I would first like to get to know them a bit by asking what their favorite and least favorite subjects and activities are. That way I can begin to formulate a plan...

...the University of Kansas. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and in Germanic Languages and Literature. I absolutely love to travel and experience different cultures! After graduating from KU in 2013, I spent a year in Northeastern Germany working as an au pair. I am most passionate about and have the most experience with German and English as a Second Language, however I am also very interested in History. That said, I am...

...Postgraduate students. I am a motivated classroom teacher and home tutor with various training in lessons planning, teaching methodology, and classroom management. I use multiple methods to teach a given subject that best fits the student's needs. In many cases, I offered practical examples that have created a mental picture in the minds of the students, which have further capacitated their retentions and grasps. My tutorship and professional work not only helped consolidate my career...

...I helped fellow students, I tutored adults so they could pursue their GED, as well as working with people learning English as a second language. I have been an aunt since I was thirteen years old and have much experience working with kids of all ages. I tutor elementary sciences and also work with high schoolers in science. I love Biology, Chemistry and Physics especially. I tutor reading as well for all ages. I believe...

...in a students eyes when they have learned something. I appreciate that what might be appropriate goals for one student may not be appropriate for another. I want to help students to be as independent as they can be and function on their own as much as possible. While I have primarily worked with children before they go to Kindergarten, I have 3 children of my own who are in high school and middle school....

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I graduated from Washburn University, majoring in Biochemistry and a minor in biology. I'be been tutoring for 12 years and been a Substitute teacher for elementary through high school for 1 year.

...examination. As a 23 year old, I am not very far removed from either the ACT or the SAT, and feel as though this will help me better empathize with specific concepts and areas students are struggling with. I graduated high school with enough credits to obtain a minor in mathematics from the University of Minnesota. Finally, I have significant experience tutoring middle school math as I have been doing so for the past several...

...loves learning and seeing students learn things they never thought they could learn. I have lived in KC for almost 4 years 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...

...at 14 learning under jazz sensation and guitar player of the Michael Jackson tribute band. From there I took music theory under Mr. Yasic. My father, who worked for the Carolina Symphony also taught me more theory. As my playing evolved, I studied under flamenco and heavy metal guitarist Ryan Johnson. Under my business AKG Guitar Lessons I have served over 200 students and was featured in the News and Observer. I also held a...

I am a recent graduate from the University of Central Missouri. I am an outgoing and enthusiastic academic tutor in the areas of mathematics (elementary math, algebra 1, algebra 2), German (German 1 & 2), and homework support. My hobbies and interests include computer science, tennis, games, movies, and social outings. ... My teaching philosophy is that of patience, support, and excellence. As long as a student wants me to tutor them, I will do it...

...that saw first-hand how education opens up many opportunities. That is why as an educator I am passionate about helping students 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...

...solving problems on their own. My tutoring is entirely built around those two principles. I have 2 semesters' worth of teaching at the college level as well as extensive experience in one-on-one and group tutoring scenarios. I taught a total of 3 sections of College Algebra (MATH 101) at the University of Kansas to undergraduate students in the 2012-13 academic year as an employee of the Kansas Algebra Program; I was responsible for curriculum development,...

...accomplished when you are properly addressing how you learn. There are no one-size fits all models for learning and that is certainly the case instructing. I hope you feel comfortable telling me what helps you learn best as well as how I can best facilitate that. I majored in Biochemistry and Spanish at the University of Kansas and am currently working on an MD degree as a 3rd year medical student. Medicine is absolutely defined...

...people. As a Combat Medic I was in charge of teaching basic life skills to other company's soldiers. I would then assess their progress to determine if they were ready to adequately provide life saving measures for their peers. No pressure, right!?! :) While in college, I set up many of study groups for subjects such as physics, genetics, immunology and MCAT preparation. Once in chiropractic school, study groups was pivotal in my achievements as...

...almost 20 years and I really enjoy interaction with students. I think there is a lot for an instructor to learn from that interaction since you put apart the problem you are trying to teach. You learn details you never thought were there. I got my bachelor's degrees from UMKC in computer science and math and I'm passionate about both and especially about AI as its a wonderful combination of both. Currently I'm pursuing my...

...ESL, 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.

...am also pursuing a Global Awareness Certificate. I am an IB diploma graduate, with a 6 overall. I teach math at every level, as well as French. I also do a lot of work with elementary level students and art students. My teaching style is very gentle. I believe that students' confidence in their abilities is fundamental to long-term success. My focus for students is to understand the current material, while also giving them the...

I am a lifelong educator. A student myself I learn things every day and I embrace education at it's core. I enjoy new challenges and I recognize the importance of true learning. I embrace all cultures and enjoy sharing knowledge with my students working towards a common goal. On a personal note I enjoy culinary arts and music. Specifically guitar. I live in KCMO with my Basset Hound "Sundae".