Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving St. Charles, MO

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire."

...math and economics concepts I studied to real world situations. As a research assistant at AidData and intern in the office of the chief economist at the National Credit Union Administration, I used my knowledge of economics as well as my econometric, statistics, and algebraic skills to complete various research tasks; including authoring a paper published in the undergraduate economics journal the Developing Economist. Finally, as an associate analyst at NERA Economic Consulting, I consistently...

...I recently graduated from Westminster College with a major in Secondary Education and General Sciences and a minor in Spanish. I will be teaching high school Human Biology this coming school year. I have a lot of experience working with classrooms full of students and working one on one with students at a variety of ages. I look forward to getting to know all of my students and helping them reach their goals!

...study group sessions. In my life journey, I have experienced all of the frustrations that accompany the pursuit of academic excellence. As a result, patience and understanding is at the foundation of my teaching philosophy. Overall, I seek to help students challenge themselves, become self-motivated and satisfy the thirst for knowledge that lives within all of us! Whenever there is free time, I enjoy reading, writing poetry, jewelry-making and dabbling in fashion design.... In a first...

...500 writers, both online and in-person, offering feedback on outlines, papers, and strategies for writing. Through my experiences and professional training seminars, I've developed many strategies for helping writers realize their full potential as well as a tutoring philosophy that was nominated for an award at the end of the 2018-2019 school year. I'm here to help guide our students through their learning, not dictate to them or give them the "correct" answer, which is...

Hello! This is my eighth year as a university instructor and I love working with fellow learners. My expertise is in literature, reading, and writing. I have also worked with young learners, from pre-K through elementary, and into middle and high school. I am a mom, and love working with kids!

...and motivate students to take risks in applying newly learned knowledge. A growth mindset means having a belief that anything that can be learned with the appropriate effort and strategy. As someone who as studied in and experienced multiple disciplines - currently business - I have learned what it truly means to rely on having a growth mindset. I strive to inspire a similar mentality in my students through realistic goal-setting and relentless pursuit of...

...their conceptual grasp of a more difficult field. I find I get the strongest improvement in the reading and math sections. For STEM subjects specifically, my dual major allows me to communicate math ideas better than most other tutors. I also enjoy working on essays, and I often helped my friends in college with their papers. I'm particularly passionate about math and writing, and I believe that a teacher's enthusiasm in any field is infectious...

...of South Carolina as well as a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from University on Missouri-St. Louis. I am certified to teach by the state of Missouri. Since graduating from UMSL in 2011, I have worked for St. Louis County Special School District as an ABA therapist and teacher's aide. My experience with student teaching and subsequent career as an ABA and aide have allowed me the opportunity to work with a wide variety...

I am a high school English teacher of 4 years dedicated to improving student learning, particularly writing. I have a Master's Degree in English with a concentration in Writing Studies. My work with the Gateway Writing Project has provided me with a plethora of knowledge and resources to do this. Before teaching, I worked as a tutor for four years.

As an educator, I strive for every student to meet his or her potential as a learner. It is my privilege and honor to develop personalized approaches for each of my students and then watch them soar!

...enjoy working with students in other subjects as well, especially the sciences and language arts. I have experience working with students from elementary through high school, as well as with below-average, typical, and high-achieving students. I love working with students to realize their full potential in subjects that may have previously been considered boring or challenging. In my free time, I enjoy spending time at Forest Park, engaging in on-campus activities at my university, kickboxing,...

I am a recent MA graduate from Washington University in St. Louis. I'm an effective communicator who thrives in both one-on-one and group settings, and as a teaching assistant, I have consistently been rated above both departmental and college-wide averages in every evaluation metric.

Over the past few years, I've had to write papers, crunch numbers, and study for everything from the ACT to the LSAT. Now, I've got a Masters degree and am on my way to law school. I have experience working with everyone from kids to grad students and want to help people find the learning style that works best for them.

...have spent 17 years working with students that have special needs. I am fluent in American Sign Language. I do believe that every child can learn. One key to assisting students in their learning is linking new information to their background knowledge and building on what they already know. Another keys are thinking outside of the box, creativity, and encouragement to aid in learning. The most important key to me is finding what works for...

...the importance of multiple intelligences and different learning styles and apply differentiated instruction techniques in my daily planning and teaching. I am familiar with many Reading and Math curriculums, and teach them well. I have used Connected Math and Everyday Math and I understand the importance of children exploring and being able to explain verbally and in writing, the processes they're using to solve. I know I can be an effective tutor for your student...

Hi! I'm a full-time English teacher with experience in English literature, film, art history, writing, and Spanish. If you are looking for assistance in any of these subjects, you have come to the right place! Christina

...graduate admissions. Across the board, my teaching philosophy has been to prompt my students through discussion, using questions as much as concrete examples to promote understanding. Currently I work as the managing editor for the internationally acclaimed literary magazine Boulevard, where I spend a good chunk of my time selecting short fiction, essays and poetry for our pages. Then proofreading those same works for publication! In my non-reading/writing time, you can find me training for...

...accepted an international teaching job in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where I teach English as a second language to students of all ages and lead the natural sciences department for a large, bilingual elementary school. I tutor a broad range of subjects, and I am passionate about both the sciences and languages. My mission is to give students confidence in areas where they struggle academically. I love it when students begin to appreciate a subject that they...

...is to help others develop a deeper understanding of complex topics like philosophy, law, and critical thinking. I bring a patient, thoughtful approach to tutoring, fostering an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring ideas at their own pace. Whether a student is preparing for college, tackling a tough philosophy course, or simply looking to enhance their reasoning skills, I am dedicated to guiding them through their learning journey with clarity and enthusiasm.