Award-Winning Middle School Tutors in Lenexa, KS

...Public Health. I am from Kansas City, Missouri. During my years at the University of Arkansas I have had the chance to be able to tutor and mentor elementary and middle school students in a range of subjects. I am very passionate about reading and math. I believe that one-on-one tutoring is effective for students when trying to better understand a certain subject. I enjoying working out in my running and yoga in my spare...

...amount of learning I can give the students. I don't want any student in the group to feel left out or behind. I play to the strengths they show and give those the chance to shine. I use positive error correction and don't focus on mistakes for too long per session, because we can always revisit it as lessons go on. Learning should not be scary. Students should feel free to ask questions and be...

...favorite subjects to tutor include biology, genetics, anatomy and physiology, psychology, English and statistics. I found myself at one point struggling with these courses in the past and through the struggle I found ways to leverage my abilities and resources to find methods and tools to allow me to better understand these courses and in the process develop a newfound appreciation for these subjects. My teaching style focuses on "learn and teach back", utilizing visual...

...and Northwestern University have given me extensive scholastic training, and running my own private tutoring service throughout college as a means of making a living has helped me exercise and refine my skill set as a personal academic instructor. Partnering up with Varsity Tutors has provided me with a golden opportunity to continue helping students hone their own academic performance across a wide array of subjects, and my own tutoring background, coupled with my flexible...

The exchange of information and education is a passion for me! Creating a comfortable and fun atmosphere will allow learning to be enjoyable and memorable for all parties involved!... Keep it entertaining! I love using innovative and contemplative approaches to teaching; learning should be permanent and fun!... Breaking the ice and laughing is always a good idea for a first lesson! Introductions and getting to know someone is exciting, and I would have a few questions,...

...When tutoring high school level students I prefer areas like Math, Physics, Science, Art, and Organizational Skills. When instructing a student, I aim to help them arrive at the correct answer on their own, providing help where needed. My end goal is to provide the student with the problem solving skills needed to self teach new information, eventually using me only as a reference when they are really stuck on a problem or subject.... When tutoring...

...Reading test prep; English Grammar and Mechanics; Vocabulary; ESL/ELL; American History; Geography; Essay editing; Social Studies; and Study Skills & Organization. My experience also includes being an instructor at MU for Health Sciences Seminar and Learning Strategies. The courses included teaching students: study techniques, academic planning, professional development, time management, motivation, campus involvement, stress management and other academic related skills. I was also an academic adviser at MU where I counseled students on selecting a...

...I know the time that a student chooses to get help is sacred time, as everyone lives such busy lives. Because of this, I do not believe in simple busy work or wasting any students time. Because of my experience as a medical student, I have a lot of exposure to Biology and Chemistry classes. I tutor these classes as I have taken high level courses in these subjects, and I am continuously updating my...

Being a student myself, I understand the struggles some students may face academically. Seeing students understand the content and seeing that "ah-ha!" moment is what I strive for when I tutor and it is what drives me to tutor. Seeing other people be successful makes me want to become a better person and knowing that I contributed a little bit is what drives me to teach.

...building strong relationships with both students and parents, believing that open communication and trust are essential for academic success. Regular progress updates and a collaborative approach ensure that everyone is aligned on goals and strategies. I take pride in celebrating small victories while maintaining high expectations that encourage students to reach their full potential. Beyond academic instruction, I focus on nurturing students' natural curiosity and love of learning. I believe that helping children develop confidence...

...my professional skills to tutor outside the schoolhouse. In addition, I have been afforded the opportunity to collectively teach over 6,000 English online classes. By instructing and mentoring with a wide variety of techniques, my students have been able to escalate their knowledge base and develop into confident learners. It is always an honor; they return to thank me! It is nice to meet you. Welcome! I look forward to a positive educational outcome for...

...material. Weekly meetings were held with the professor and fellow teaching assistants to discuss students' responses as well as preparing material for the following week. I also worked as a tutor for the Academic Learning Center at KU where I was promoted to head biology tutor. For this, I would create lesson plans to lead small group tutoring sessions for a Biology course and customize tutoring and instructional approaches to meet the needs of each...

There is power in hard work, perseverance, and community. Anyone can learn and succeed given an equal platform. I can only hope to be a step along a greater journey to that success.

I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have also taught AP French and college-level French. I have a B.A. in Modern Languages (French) and Sociology, an M.A. in Modern Languages (French/Second-Language Acquisition), and an M.A. in Teaching (Secondary).

Efficiency is the value I hold dearest. Rather than tutor for the sake of hours, I hope to spend my time and the time of my clients effectively. I aim to not only improve test scores, but to set students up so they may efficiently study without a tutor. I hope to not only have an impact on students during the few hours I see them, but to improve their study habits for a lifetime's...

...to stay home when I had my baby in April 2022. But I couldn't stay away from teaching - so I started tutoring here! I have now returned to the classroom as an elementary special education teacher but I have continued tutoring in my spare time because I just love working with students. My favorite part of teaching is that lightbulb moment: when you see the student grasp the skill you've been working on together....

...promoted to Head Instructor and oversaw a team of five teachers, mentoring them and encouraging them to make classes as fun and interactive as possible. I am passionate about meeting students where they are at and using unique ways of keeping them engaged, such as lesson-relevant games, situational dialogue, and real objects whenever possible. After three years abroad, I'm excited to be back in the Kansas City area and working with students from where I...

...of my expertise. With my engineering background and literary skills, I am prepared to tutor a variety of subjects. That being said, some of the subjects I tutor most are ACT, various branches of math, engineering, reading, and Spanish. I am so grateful for this opportunity to tutor because for me, it doesn't feel like work. I cherish the opportunity to help students who want to help themselves. I look forward to making this positive...