Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Lee's Summit, MO

I am a PhD student in English eager to work with some fantastic students! With over ten years of experience in Education as an academic tutor, teacher, and graduate student, I love helping students reach their full potential.

...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...

...on special education. After graduation I began teaching in the Gardner/ Edgerton school district. During my five years as an educator, I had the opportunity to teach a variety of grade levels including 6th, 4th, and 2nd. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about math and reading. There is nothing...

...being a counselor, and I work with youth and families who need intervention. I also work with inner-city schools on behavior support. My other time is spent as an empowerment (motivational) speaker to teens and families, as well as a guest lecturer at universities on youth and family development, urban education, and social justice. I...

I believe in individualized education to meet the needs of all students.

...on a building of over 700 students and 70 staff this coming school year. I have been effective at building solid student, teacher and parent relationships. I have met the challenge of holding teachers accountable for their students learning in turn being a part of student growth and success. I can identify, teach, and coach...

...Colorado State University in Engligh Education and recently finished my Masters in Urban Education from U.M.K.C. I was an 8th grade Literature teacher for English Langaguage Learners for 6 years in San Francisco before moving back home to Kansas City. The last 4 years, I have taught Literature in a local, alternative high school. I...

...in Music, on the pre-med track. I am passionate about healthy living, mentally and physically. I love to tutor students in a variety of subjects, but I specifically enjoy and have experience in tutoring on ACT/SAT, college applications, and AP classes. I think that every human has the potential to learn and succeed in their...

...feels like a job, it is fun! Every session is an adventure filled with learning for my students. My philosophy of education is that all children are unique and need a stimulating educational environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. I have my Bachelor's in Education from Washburn University in Topeka and...

...Bachelors Degree from Knox College and a Masters from UMKC, both in economics. I currently teach college level economics while I'm working on finishing my PhD. In addition to economics I tutor math and writing. When not reading, writing, and teaching I like to sing, play music (accordion and guitar), and play ultimate frisbee.

...my JD from Washburn University School of Law. My favorite moment came when I received a scholarship to complete a semester at Oxford University where I studied the philosophy of law and modern British history. I believe education is more than simply learning enough material to pass. Instead, I use my enthusiasm and knowledge to...