Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving St. Charles, MO

My name is Chris. I have been teaching in elementary schools for over thirty years. I am interested in helping children learn, bringing my years of experience to the task of analyzing the learning needs of each individual.

Hello! Working with children and helping them become more confident in their academic challenge(s) is my passion. I teach at school everyday and excel at connecting with students and getting them excited to learn. This can happen for your child as well. It would be my pleasure to meet you and work with you to help your child be their very best!

...my experience is providing skilled therapy for preschool through young adults in the areas of speech and language. I am also a clinical instructor at an on-campus university clinic. In addition to speech pathology, I have expertise in the areas of literacy, written language, and English language arts. I have been a reading tutor in the past for preschool through middle school students. My favorite area to tutor is vocabulary and speech-language pathology!

...material I teach accessible and enjoyable to everyone, regardless of their prior familiarity with the topic. My teaching methods incorporate a combination of written materials (textbooks, workbooks, homework assignments) and discussion. I realize that some people learn better by reading the material, while others learn better by talking about it. In my free time I enjoy reading, dancing Zumba, playing board games or hiking with my family, and taking my dog to the dog park.

...to the business. I took classes at Applied Scholastics to become a certified Tutor/Trainer. My organization became a licensee via Applied Scholastics to operate in the state of Missouri as a Tutoring Supplemental Educational Service in various school districts in the St. Louis Missouri area. I have tutored for over 15 years as well as have trained tutors to help young students in reading, language arts, and math. My favorite subject to tutor is reading,...

...work and time on education in St. Louis. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I enjoy them all. I love tutoring students in early elementary school helping them master the basics. But I also love tutoring foreign languages and opening students up to new cultures and languages! I believe that all students regardless of circumstance deserve a high-quality education that enables them to learn, discover passions, develop creativity, and grow up to become productive...

...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, Reading, and Phonics. I am a strong proponent of education and try to encourage students to think of their education as a means to achievement...

...time to gain confidence in my academic abilities because of 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...

...based off a belief that every student is capable of learning and deserves the individual time it may take to teach them a concept. No two students are alike or learn in the same way. With this understanding, it is essential to provide the additional support some students may need to master a skill. It is my life mission to provide a quality education and the nessecary support to every student I come into contact...

...be a lifestyle, not a mere career choice, because a teacher's goals for his/her students encompass much more than relaying out-of-context facts to passive students. As a professional I am entrusted with the education of young minds, I must facilitate learning and growth academically, personally, and ethically. By providing a quality education to each individual that I tutor, my goal is to equip each child with the tools necessary for success in life.

...that a priority in my professional work and personal relationships. I love the process of teaching and learning. Most days I learn as much as I teach. I have an off-beat sense of humor that I bring to my encounters in the classroom and to individualized tutoring. Learning can be serious, rigorous, rewarding, challenging, and successful. It can also incorporate a lighthearted touch with a good dose of humor and fun. I grew up in...

Chakita has tutored students in a variety of courses (Business, Language Arts, Reading, etc.). Past experiences allowed me to teach students on both brick-n-mortar and online platforms. I have enjoyed working with students and adults assisting with learning goals and outcomes enabling them to become self-directed learners. My goal in working with varsity tutors is to provide enriching lasting learning experiences while challenging students to believe in their potential.

...your tongue? Don't worry. I'm here to help! Not only do I have years of expertise in English grammar, editing, and reading comprehension, I can make them clear and fun for you. Every person is different. We're not cookie cutters, so we can't expect everyone to learn the same way. I do my best to find the method that works the best for you. Learning new things is an adventure. Let me be your guide...

I live for the "Ah-Ha!" moment! Math, Science, and Reading don't have to be boring! Let me show you how you can learn and have FUN at the same time!

I am a former teacher certified in both MO and MD from K-5th grade. I enjoy helping students reach their full potential, find new and innovative ways to help kids master new challenges and material, as well as see students succeed. I am now in real estate but miss the classroom so I am hoping this opportunity allows me to do both! I am happy to help!

...it allowed me to see the true grasp of what it takes to be intellectually inclined. What makes me stand out as a tutor is that I have been in the position of the student. I have set there listening to a tutor, learning what they have to say, and using that information to increase my mental capacity and to become a better person. As a tutor, I not only want to help these students...

Hello everyone! I have been in education for four years. I am teaching Title Reading and Math, which aims towards helping students with learning disabilities. I am certified to teach any elementary subject. I am also enrolled in a graduate program that focuses on Reading Literacy.

...comfortable enough to make mistakes. I believe that patience and compassion are key in creating an academic environment in which students can excel. Independent thinking is also extremely crucial; it is important to recognize multiple approaches to learning and problem-solving and to be able to think critically and form ones own opinions. I tutor Spanish, English as a Second Language, Grammar, Reading, Writing, and Test Prep in the Reading and Writing sections. My personal favorite...

...diverse learners, helping them overcome barriers to success. I specialize in tutoring Reading, English Language Arts, and Social Emotional Skills, with a particular fondness for English Language Arts. This subject opens worlds, allowing students to explore expressions, cultures, and deep inner work, which aligns perfectly with my holistic educational philosophy. My teaching philosophy centers on the idea that education should empower students. My tutoring style is adaptive, focusing on meeting each student's unique needs while...

I enjoy teaching and helping students understand difficult materials. I bring a unique approach and individualized approach to difficult subjects. I enjoy Spanish, French and English studies, and am entering my senior year for my Bachelors in Spanish and French. I have professional experience correcting and coaching English papers.... My philosophy is that any student can learn any material with the right approach. The right tutor will seek the approach that works best for you.... Firstly,...