Top Phonics Tutors serving Olathe

Miyako: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
I have been tutoring in various subjects for nearly 15 years now. I can tutor various subjects with my strengths being in Reading, Languages, Literature, History and Science. I am best with math through 12th grade. I have experience helping students pass their GED and I can help with all of the sections including math, science, and reading. I am fairly proficient in Spanish, though I read and comprehend it better than I speak it.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Todd: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...tutoring students as long as I can remember. I even tutored my peers in high school! I have professionally taught all elementary subjects in both public and elementary school. My favorite subjects are math, science, language arts and theater. I am a full time father, an occasional actor and improvisational performer as well a basketball coach. I have multiple college degrees but the most satisfaction I receive comes from working with kids. Combining enthusiastic energy...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Education

Ishana: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...at Washington University in St.Louis, majoring in Biology with a Biochemistry emphasis and minoring 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 field of interest with perseverance and...
Education & Certification
Washington University in StLouis - Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550

Linda: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...with a desire to learn and that, with the right light, we can each continue on that journey throughout or lives. No one person understands or internalizes each lesson in exactly the same way, although many of the basic principles are the bases for this understanding and future growth. It is here where we are charged to help others understand in a manner that best accommodates their learning, and then empower them with the tools...
Education & Certification
University of Northern Iowa - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Baker University - Masters, Education

Emily: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...laude graduate of the University of New Orleans, with a BA in History, as well as a magna cum laude graduate with a Master's degree in Education from the University of Kansas. I am licensed in general and special education, as well as ESL. I also lived as an exchange student in Germany, and enjoyed the process of learning another language. I have 7 years of teaching experience in special education, elementary education, and early...
Education & Certification
University of New Orleans - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Kansas - Masters in Education, Early Childhood Special Education

Zach: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...school Journalism, Forensics, Speech, and Debate teacher. I also have a Master's Degree in Business Education. I enjoy helping people achieve success in whatever they aim to do. I love exploring the creativity of world building in a story as much as I love helping someone get over their nervousness when speaking in public. I pride myself in being able to identify and implement strategies to achieve goals. It's never a matter of if a...
Education & Certification
Emporia State University - Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Emporia State University - Masters in Education, Business Teacher Education

Danica: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...graduating with a Masters of Arts in December. During my extensive time as a student, I have worked as a teaching assistant which lends itself well to tutoring. I love helping other students grasp the knowledge they need to continue on with their careers. I have also worked with younger children as a speech-language pathology student. I am most passionate about teaching science and the English language though I also enjoy other subjects. My tutoring...
Education & Certification
University of Arkansas - Fayetteville - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
The University of Texas at Tyler - Master of Science, Psychology
University of Kansas - Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology
Education & Certification
UMKC - Bachelor in Business Administration, Entrepreneurial Studies
UMKC - Master of Arts, Arts, General

Sharon: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...I have a BRE (Bachelor of Religious Education); ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International); and have been a chaplain of Boy Scouts of America for 4 years. I love the Spanish language and feel that anyone who can achieve the art of learning it has opened a whole new horizon for themselves. I enjoy adjusting my teaching style to the student's learning style. When I'm not teaching I enjoy cooking, baking, sewing, reading, or watching...
Education & Certification
Prairie Bible College - Unknown, Education

Dezarae: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...currently an online English instructor for a technical college and a secondary district instructional coach in the English/Language Arts department. I thoroughly enjoy helping students brainstorm ideas and interpret literature that leads to great argumentative topics or the classic variety writing styles of basic English. Additionally, I work with reading intervention at all levels and help to differentiate instruction for each student at meet them at their level in order to make gains to push...
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University - PHD, Educational Leadership

Stephanie: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...Washburn University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a focus 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 more fulfilling than helping a young...
Education & Certification
Washburn University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
State Certified Teacher

Qays: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...concepts in a one-on-one and group setting. I would assist by creating workshops that allowed me to assess student's learning and help with understanding specific materials that they struggled with. By also having office hours frequently, I became well-versed in different learning styles of students and answering their questions. Additionally, weekly meetings were held with the professor and other teaching assistants to ensure student success by discussing their responses and preparing for administering the material...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 32

Sadie: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...write, draw, and hang out with friends. I recently graduated from UMKC where I studied by Bachelor's Degree in French! I am fluent in French and can also speak basic Arabic. I worked as a tutor for the last two years to help ESL students to learn English, or write college-level academic papers. I also have experience tutoring various math subjects, and I enjoy this just as much as tutoring English related subjects. I enjoy...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, Language and Literature - French

Daniele: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...with a program at my university. I worked with students from 18 - 50 in subjects such as Latin, Religious Studies, English Language Arts, and Basic Computer training. During my teacher training and after graduation, I taught students from 6th - 12th grades Latin, Etymology and German. I have taught English to non-native English speakers from 4 - 18 years old, in both Kansas City, MO and Seoul, South Korea. Though I tutor in myriad...
Education & Certification
Missouri State University - Bachelor in Arts, German and Latin
University of Missouri Kansas City - Master of Arts, TESOL
State Certified Teacher

Amanda: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...ages and skill levels, from kindergarten phonics to university-level English literature courses. I also have extensive experience teaching test preparation strategies and skills, having prepared my ESL students to take the international baccalaureate English entrance exam (iBT TOEFL). While in Korea, I was 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...
Education & Certification
William Jewell College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Denise: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...Washburn University in Topeka and a Masters in Leadership from Baker University in Overland Park, KS. I tutor students in reading, language arts, writing, and grammar. These subjects are my favorite and my area of expertise. When I was teaching in the classroom I taught elementary grades 3-6 (all subject areas) and middle school English. I spent my last 5 years as a middle school principal. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy riding my bicycle, geocaching,...
Education & Certification
Washburn University - Bachelor of Science, Education
Baker University - Masters in Education, Organizational Leadership

Elise: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...Teachers' certification from Praxis. I also graduated from Tuacahn High School for The Arts, and I have been working on my degrees since. I've received two awards throughout my schooling for being an Advanced Math Student - Once in 8th grade and another in Sophomore Year. I always excelled in math subjects and my students feel the difference! I truly love math and I like to think of it as a puzzle to solve. I...
Education & Certification
Utah Tech University - Associate in Arts, Mathematics

Andrew: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...that cause us pain and seeing the beauty in the frustration that leads to success. I am a world traveler that enjoys learning about different cultures and seeing how different people think and enjoy life. I work in cancer clinical research, growing up with a medical condition, I desire to make sure others don't have too. I tutor because I want to help others succeed in life and to let them understand that learning is...
Education & Certification
Johnson County Community College - Associate in Science, Health Information Technology
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Michael: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...have enjoyed, most of all, the wonderful opportunities to meet local people and participate in their cultures. I became an English teacher because I knew my work would enable me to enjoy even more cross-cultural experiences without leaving home! A have a bachelor's degree in education, a master's degree in speech communication, and a master's degree in teaching English as a second language. In addition, I have two second-language teaching certificates, one from an agency in...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Education, Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs
University of Central Missouri - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Danielle: Olathe Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Olathe, KS
...an emphasis in Mental Health Practices in Schools at the University of Missouri. I am in my second year of teaching Kindergarten. Prior to teaching Kindergarten, I participated in a year long internship where I student taught in third grade. In addition to this, I preservice taught in grades 1-5, taught at two preschools and worked for an after school program. I have wanted to be an educator for as long as I can remember....
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
University of Missouri-Columbia - Masters in Education, Counseling Psychology
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All children need to understand phonics before they can understand reading at an elementary school level. One-on-one tutoring in Olathe, KS, can afford your child the ability to fine-tune their phonics skills by asking questions and getting immediate feedback.
Phonics is the skill of putting together isolated sounds of letters (phonemes) and groups of letters into word sounds that are essential to reading effectively. Phonetics is about how speech sounds, while phonics is about applying those sounds to the written words that represent those sounds. Some children understand syllables and valuables but struggle with sound to word matching, or hearing and making rhymes. Those are key reading and writing skills. Most young children struggle with some elements of phonics. All children need to understand how various phonemes translate to written words, and how the written words are supposed to sound when spoken. A child who falls behind in acquiring this skill will definitely struggle with reading and writing.
Call us today to find phonics tutors in Olathe to try to help your child do well with this important subject. Your child's tutor will be an expert in teaching all aspects of phonics and solving any related learning challenges. The tutor can work with you and your child to identify learning needs and goals. Whether your child needs a complete course in phonics, from simple vowels and simple consonants, to constructing written sentences from spoken words or just coaching on specific aspects of word sounds and their written counterparts, expert tutoring is a great way to address those needs. The tutor will then create lessons, coach your child through those lessons, and assess their progress. This systematic approach is a great way to build a solid foundation in reading and writing skills.
An expert phonics tutor in Olathe, KS, can work at a time that is most convenient for you and your child. A patient and accommodating tutor will agree on a schedule that works for you and your child. The tutor can meet your child at your home or in another physical location. Tutors also conduct face-to-face tutoring sessions over the Internet using an online learning platform. With those three meeting options available it should be easy to set up sessions that work for your child and the rest of the family.
Try to help your child understand phonics now, with a little expert help. A personal phonics tutor in Olathe might make a world of difference in your child's grades and confidence.
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