Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in St. Charles, MO

...help students learn. I often employ videos, games, apps and real-life examples in my tutoring sessions. I believe education is important for every person, both as a means for future employment and to improve everyone's quality of life. I try to impart my passion for knowledge to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy writing about my travels, reading alternative history and science fiction novels, and watching every St. Louis Blues game...

...well as explaining and instructing students on specific skills. From my experience, I have learned that students learn best when they understand big concepts, so I constantly try to show students how big concepts tie into real world experiences that they care about. I have been doing small group tutoring for over two years now with students at my school and prefer to tutor in the areas of math and test prep. I draw on...

...of Health. During my time in Washington DC, I also worked for Kaplan to prepare students for the MCAT. Washington University School of Medicine is where I received a Masters degree in Immunology. Outside of the laboratory, I spent my time working again as a teacher's assistant this time for Histology, a first year course for medical students, and then privately tutoring Histology. To continue teaching, I now work as a Varsity Tutor and I...

...discussion-based tutoring strategy that allows my students to solidify and reflect on what they're learning through voicing their opinions and sharing their stories. I have a passion for storytelling and creative writing, and I love to bring a creative lens to every subject. I try to help my students relate to the material through their own life experiencesI absolutely love getting to know my students' stories so that I may connect with them on a...

...with the children and an hour helping them with their homework. I continued to tutor in college for a similar program called Books and Basketball. I have experience tutoring students from elementary school through high school and am comfortable with most subjects, especially math, economics, and the ACT. When I am not tutoring, you can find me going for a run in Forest Park as I am a captain of the varsity cross country and...

...direct a private school for under-performing students. In this capacity, I served as the principal of this small academy and tutored middle and high school students in English, Social Studies and Math. My passion is to see students master concepts and skills and develop into confident learners This confidence allows them to take on future challenging academic tasks with a belief that they can master what they must. I love being a part of student...

...their careers by achieving certifications in CompTIA A+, Project+, or Security+. I have experience on tutoring these specific subjects for the last year through community college. There are many avenues and tools to passing these certifications that I have encountered by tutoring and passing the tests myself, so we can see which strategy works best for the student's type of learning. I can help the student focus on what will likely be on the test...

...Chemistry. While in that position, I learned to think outside of the box to help students. Some of the creative ways I have tutored include flashcard games, board races, and creating diagrams and worksheets for students who struggle to learn in a traditional setting. My next experience with students was during my graduate school work. From the first day, I was awarded a teaching assistantship. This meant that I taught freshmen general chemistry and senior...

...and planning to attend dental school next fall. I am available to tutor multiple types of Biology courses in addition to organic chemistry. I am also available for DAT tutoring as I did well enough on my test to warrant 6 dental school interviews for the current cycle. I personally believe I can help any student can reach his/her academic goals through effective communication and thorough preparation. In my spare time, I like to spend...

...graduating. I have taught all subjects in grade areas from Kindergarten through sixth grade. While I am capable of tutoring for a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching reading and mathematics. I believe a day without learning is a day wasted, and I hope to impart this love of learning and hunger for knowledge to my students by helping them to discover knowledge rather than imparting that knowledge to them. In...

...bank. Sure the numbers mean nothing by themselves, but there are infinite possibilities for what the numbers can represent. This is why when we learn math, we are secretly learning a lot more than expected. Most people would be surprised that trigonometry teaches us how to tune a guitar. Calculus tells us how hard we need to step on our brakes. Chef's know that Algebra holds the secret to perfect recipes. The world of sports...

...volunteer organizations helping to prepare students for the ACT. I currently tutor ACT Math, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Arithmetic, Calculus 1, Elementary Math, Geometry, Middle School Math, Pre Algebra, Pre Calculus, SAT Math, and Trigonometry. I would say my favorite subject to tutor is Algebra. In comparison to other disciplines of Math, in my opinion, Algebra may be the most important. Algebra teaches us the fundamental ways in which an equations will work and this...

...lot of tutoring experience in many math subjects. This includes working with students who do not feel they have a 'math brain' or are insecure about their math abilities. I am currently tutoring Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Arithmetic, Elementary Math, Geometry, Middle School Math, and Pre-Algebra, in addition to introductory Spanish levels and general homework help. I have experience specifically working with students that have trouble focusing and have worked with children with ADHD though...

...to tutor is art. My tutoring style is empathetic, creative, and student-centered, with a strong focus on inspiration and emotional connection. I give students opportunities to explore identity and meaning along with skill building. I encourage exploration and improvisation in my in-depth lessons. I am passionate about sharing my artistic skill and creative philosophy with students of all ages. I have had many students go on to be professional artists. Outside of school I love...

...so I work to meet the unique needs of each learner. I'm an educator, doctoral student and mom of one (soon to be two!), so most of my time is spent enjoying all of these. I do have additional hobbies that help me unwind at the end of the day. I'm a lifetime nerd: I watch anime, play tabletop games like Dungeons and Dragons, read sci/fi and fantasy and indulge in video gaming. I love...

...high-school physics and english. Although my favorite subjects to tutor would be Spanish, Math, and Study Skills. I am a firm advocate for student success and that stems from an appreciation of the challenges presented through traditional education. I try to instill these values and life skills to all my students. In my free time I work on my photography, read heaps of books, and participate in the lovely game of Water Polo.

...been in many situations where I faced things completely unknown to me. I faced difficulties in learning new things and it helped me be patient with the process of learning. I realize that learning and education can be challenging, but even more so it can be so rewarding. I want the students I work with to know that I've been there, in situations where learning something new may be challenging, and I am excited to...

...you may not expect! My job as a tutor is to help your student grasp those basic ideas, one by one. I help my students get ahead in school by focusing our time together on mastering the most important ideas from class and homework. I guide my students through relevant examples that help them build important study skills like idea organization and identifying the parts of a problem. With enough practice, the difficult stuff gets...

...and that can quickly become a daunting task, but if you can understand the big picture then that list of facts will become very very small and you will be better prepared for tests and harder problems in the future. Aside from Chemistry and learning about the sciences, I enjoy staying active playing multiple sports such as volleyball, basketball, kickboxing and Crossfit. I completely understand the work necessary to balance school and athletics and also...

...on every issue on the spectrum from our economy, health issues, and civil rights for the better. Every child deserves access to an excellent education, a fair shot at reaching their full potential, and a society that welcomes change. Education goes beyond the school classroom and if given the appropriate tools, in and outside the classroom, all children can learn. Outside of teaching fifth grade full-time and part-time tutoring/babysitting I enjoy staying active by running,...