Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...through Junior year in high school. I have helped kids get ready for elementary and middle SSAT tests, with great success. even if I myself have not taken the middle school SSAT test for Varsity. People often ask me why after 23 years working in different aspects of health care why I would want to become a teacher. and deal with other people's kids when I had a good job that I was really good...

My name is Keenan. I like old books that make me laugh, walking around big cities at night, idle chit-chat with friends, noodling on the piano, going to places I've never been before, and learning by another's learning.

...Writing and English Literature through a high school writing center. I loved seeing my student's command of their material become increasingly sophisticated throughout the course of their academic year by focusing on their overall comprehension as well as the mechanics of their writing. Additionally, I have had great success aiding students in writing their personal statements for both undergraduate and graduate admissions. Across the board, my teaching philosophy has been to prompt my students through...

...fear of Public Speaking, or learning to write effective emails, to considering how to persuade someone to your point of view, or using your body language to reinforce your message. I'll help you express your thoughts and ideas simply, joyfully tell your stories and experiences, and help you to intelligently offer your opinions. I can help you to b9etter communicate and get your ideas expressed in many different situations- these include Presentation Development and Delivery,...

...have been teaching at the high school and university level for the past ten years. My students have consistently achieved significant growth on the ACT English, ACT Reading, and Common Core tests. In schools where students had never passed AP scores, over 45 of my students scored 3s, 4s, and 5s on the AP US History, AP English Language, and AP US Government exams. With the right motivation, I believe that all students can achieve...

...past ten years, I have been working with youth in both tutoring and classroom settings. I have tutored immigrants and refugees in Chicago, completed a year with AmeriCorps for Literacy Volunteers of Illinois where I was an ESL Adult Education Teacher. Most recently, I worked for three years as a language assistant in both elementary and high schools in Spain. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, ESL,...

I love tutoring in Writing and English. I was a writing consultant at my University for two years while I was in college. My favorite pieces to consultant on are personal statements. In my free time, I love to be outdoors, explore Boston, read, and watch movies.... Everyone has there own learning style that needs to be addressed.... Talk about their goals for improvement and what they want from a session.... By teaching them new skills...

I am a recently certified ELA teacher in the state of Missouri. I just started working on my Masters of Arts in Teaching with an emphasis in English. I have been a life long lover of books and would love to share that passion and knowledge with students.

...taught high school English and have over 6 years tutoring experience with students age 6-18, including 2 years as a volunteer at 826LA, an after school writing lab in Los Angeles, founded by author Dave Eggers. I currently teach English as a Second Language with VIPKid to young students in China and I love it! I also have 3 years experience teaching test prep, specifically the ISEE exam. I look forward to meeting you and...

...school teaching experience and ten years of college level teaching experience in Writing and Literature. I have also worked for two years in the Writing Center at Saint Louis University tutoring students in writing at all levels from Freshmen English essays to graduate school essays and college application essays. I can also tutor organizational and study skills for any grade level. I am a focused teacher who has excellent rapport with students making them comfortable...

...six years as a classroom teacher and my twelve years as a tutor, there has hardly been an age range or subject that I haven't had the pleasure of working with. My specific experience includes: 1. Pre-Algebra and Algebra tutoring 2. Elementary Reading, Writing, Social Studies and Science teaching and tutoring 3. Middle School Science, Math and ELA teaching and tutoring 4. High School and College English and essay writing (English with an emphasis in...

...time reading books and writing fiction. My love for the English language took me to Korea, where I taught everything from Phonics to Grammar to Essay Construction. My classes were fairly small, which helped me develop my one-on-one teaching skills. Also, I learned to overcome many obstacles that occur in the teaching-learning relationship. I think it is imperative that a student feels comfortable with his or her tutor. While I expect hard work and determination...

...experience tutoring in multiple subjects including chemistry, geometry, algebra, and English. I worked as a cadet teacher and a tutor during my high school years and was involved in local tutoring programs as well. I am going to be home during the summer months and I am available to tutor almost any time during the week. I can handle anything from elementary math to high school level science. I am strongest in the areas of...

...of work, you can find me checking out boat loads of new music. I like to go to concerts at small music venues and get my kayak on a river or lake somewhere when the sun is shining. I volunteer with a local cat shelter and have never been so happy to be covered in fur. I love to take pictures and capture candid moments. You might also find me in my car on a...

I have spent more than 20 years working with elementary, middle and high school, college and ESL students on research, grammar, diction, and writing clarity and organization. I have degrees in Library & Information Science, Journalism, American Studies, and Sociology.

...full ride. I earned my undergraduate degrees from Webster University and the University of St. Louis-Missouri where I majored in Art and Art History, respectively. I minored in Philosophy and Spanish, respectively, as well. I attended Washington University in St. Louis and the University of St. Louis-Missouri where I completed a variety of science and math courses. Additionally, I have published and presented in scholarly, peer-reviewed platforms. I have done pre-med student observations in cardiac...

Hi! My name is Caroline and I am a current student at Washington University in St. Louis, double majoring in Anthropology: Global Health & Environment and Healthcare Management. I have 6 years of tutoring experience via both volunteer and private opportunities, and am so excited to be a part of the team at Varsity Tutors.

...University, minoring in Economics and History. I conducted a 2.5 year research project, culminating in a senior honors thesis on electronic currencies (namely Bitcoin) at both Johns Hopkins and the London School of Economics. This fall, I'm going to continue that research as I pursue a Master's in Philosophy at Cambridge University. I also have a great interest in the environment, including ecology, zoology, and animal behavior. In addition, I love public speaking, poetry, and...

...improve their academic work. Prior to graduation, I wanted to work in one of the following fields: social work writing and editing, or education. After graduation, I spent five years working in social work and four years as a freelance writer. I am now transiting to into education as a tutor and teacher. My classroom experience started in college as an America Reads tutorial program member. I tutored elementary students in reading and high school...

...a sophomore in high school I have tutored students and love forming a bond with them to influence them to stay focused on college and ready for any opportunity. I have continued acting as a tutor through college, mostly through teaching senior citizens how to use the computer. I love learning and believe that love of learning is within every student, and I am intent on finding it! In my free time I love to...