Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...in reading and writing, strengthening the foundational skills that make the process pleasurable and even profound. I work with all of my students and clients to make the process of reading, writing, and public speaking less intimidating. I teach tried and true processes that help people to break down topics or dense texts into parts so that they are better able to read and write with a practical purpose in mind. As a theatre director...

...tutoring all levels of English and reading classes, including literature, poetry, grammar and writing. I find words absolutely fascinating and I love having a job where I can share the joy that I find in language. I do, however, have an analytical mind, as well, and am equally happy working with students in math, up through Algebra 1. Since I have worked in special education, my primary strengths as a teacher and tutor are in...

...learning about public service, politics, collaboration, and leadership. Now, I'm working in the non-profit sector and finding ways to be more involved in my neighborhood and community. I'm a naturally curious person who loves learning and truly values a sense of humor. I'm passionate about public affairs, community, and social justice. Self-confidence and empowerment are critical and often underestimated keys to learning. When I tutor a student, I also want to work with them to...

...Neanderthals in southwestern France. I love foreign languages and traveling abroad. I have been lucky enough to visit Morocco, Hungary, Mexico, Canada, and several countries in western Europe. Besides French, I also speak a little Italian and a tiny bit of Spanish. I enjoy working with foreign students, as I have been one myself-- twice! The word that best describes my teaching style is inclusivity. I want to make the material I teach accessible and...

...great teacher, you must be willing to be a great learner. All the great teachers that I have met were flexible, kind, and learners themselves. I try to bring these qualities to every class I teach. As a teacher for almost 13 years, I also believe it is important to adapt and change what you teach based off of your student's strengths and learning styles. Making each teaching experience unique to the person you are...

...needed more formal studies to better help the variety of students that I work with in my current position. I have also had other informal experiences that have added to my education, including a study abroad program in Salamanca, Spain, an 18-month service mission in Southern Texas (where I was able to practice my Spanish) and a teaching internship at an American high school on a military base in Bamberg, Germany. I have also worked...

...of tutoring in particular, for me, is the ways in which I can personalize the lessons in order to help a student access the material on their own terms, in ways that make sense to them. I'm a strong believer in the idea that if you can find ways to relate to a subject and make it meaningful to you, working hard to get better at it can be a fulfilling, even fun undertaking, rather...

...have loads of teaching experience at the Elementary and Middle School setting. I have tutored English and Reading most, and love to instruct on this content as reading and writing is a passion of mine. My teaching philosophy is appealing to the whole child. We all deserve an engaging session where we feel like we're on a Magic School Bus ride. Every student deserves this immersive experience. In my free time, I read, write poetry,...

...this diagnosis, and so I hope to help other students realize that ADHD has nothing to do with intelligence. If anything, it gives us an edge! I believe any student can master any subject as long as they have the right instructor. My favorite subjects are math, science, psychology, and Spanish. I love good puns, swimming, cooking, and being outdoors. I can't wait to share my love of learning with more students!

Teaching students begins with instilling and inspiring the desire of lifelong learning. As a pre-service teacher about to begin my journey as a student teacher, I am passionate and well-equipped to help your child thrive in school. No amount of learning is too small. Everyone is able to learn! I am excited to go on this journey with your child and help them succeed through engaging and fun tutoring sessions.

...the ACT! I do appreciate the learning styles of children as I currently share time each week at a pediatric hospital helping kids learn and grow! I have a passion for helping students learn to the best of their abilities. Whether you are a struggling student or one who is looking for an edge in applying to college, I am eager to provide whatever I can to provide the best opportunity for individualized success! I...

My name is Steve. I am a former social worker who is looking for some part-time work. I have spent a good number of years reading as a personal passion. I believe that I have great skills writing and understanding the written word. I am capable and ready to help with any work except more advanced mathematics. Thank you!... I'd ask the student what material he or she has been having difficulty with and begin...

...in which I learned specific teaching strategies such as strategic questioning, thought process verbalization, sentence starting, role reversal, etc. In addition to teaching, I have conducted research on education policy and teacher feedback systems. I am finishing an honors thesis on the importance of preschool teacher-child relationship quality in the development of depression, and hope to work at a research institution before becoming a teacher. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano and flute....

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.

...love working with students of all ages. I have worked for an educational camp called College for Kids for seven years as an assistant and as an instructor. I have also volunteered as a literacy advocate for Ready Readers and as a tutor for Girls Inc. In my free time, I like to read books, bake, and train for races; I recently completed my first half marathon! My approach to tutoring is recognizing that everyone...

...college credit classes, and I have designed curriculum for both. I have been to Spain, Guatemala and Mexico, though I have backgrounds in other subjects as well. I am an author and am very experienced in tutoring writing and various other components of communication arts. I have worked with privileged youth and youth at-risk and have held my current teaching position for 4 full years now, and I enjoy what I do!

...rich, rewarding and often troubling observations and conversations than I ever could from news media. I learned about the complexities of that troubled area in the world from extensive reading before I arrived and much more from my encounters with human rights workers, taxi drivers, laborers, waiters and waitresses, business owners, and other people on both sides of the wall. Much of the work I've done in the U.S. and in the Middle East has...

I am here to help with all things English! Need help with a paper? need help understanding large or minor themes in a story or book? Need help writing a story that just needs that extra 'OOMPH' ? Well I can be your tutor. With my degree in English Literature and nine years of writing experience I can help you get the grades you deserve.

...old, on a daily basis. Subjects I tutor include English, public speaking, and communication. I have always enjoyed helping students with their English skills, whether that means editing papers or assisting them with tough-to-learn grammar skills. I work with my students and make sure they have the skills to succeed in the classroom. I am a huge fan of Disney and Harry Potter, and have always enjoyed listening to Taylor Swift and reading in my...

...to writing, I'm also qualified to tutor test prep, particularly ACT, SAT, and PSAT. In test prep sessions, I like to begin with one or more diagnostic tests and then create a plan for the remainder of our time together. It's always my goal to make the best use of your time, so I encourage students to tell me what they'd like to work on. This not only ensures that the lesson is relevant, but...