Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving St. Charles, MO

...emphasis in curriculum and instruction. This is my 2nd year as a 1st grade teacher and I taught kindergarten for 3 years. I am certified to teach up to 3rd grade. Previously I worked as a head start teacher working with 3-5 year olds. I really enjoy spelling, reading and writing, but I am experienced with math as well. My teaching philosophy is that all children are individuals and they learn at their own pace...

...matter, but my passions include reading and math. I enjoy working with Special Education students due to the fact I parented two children with learning disabilities. I believe all children are capable of excellence in their studies and just need extra guidance in some areas of their instruction. My passion for education and exuberance for teaching will provide your child with a great learning experience. My past times include cooking, hiking, fishing, reading, watching classic...

...Charles School District 2008-2009 Outstanding Middle School Teacher of the Year. I was also a successful student averaging a 3.4 GPA in my undergraduate program at Southeast Missouri State University. I successfully taught and earned a 4.0 GPA in my masters program in two years at Missouri Baptist University. When I am not taking care of my new little one, I love to cook, go to Cardinals games and take my dog on walks. I...

...I have found open inquiry and play therapy techniques to be the most effective. Students not only master the subject matter, but they learn how to learn. I am prepared to tutor reading mechanics, reading comprehension, writing, cognitive processing and study skills. I truly enjoy helping students improve in terms of reading comprehension. To borrow a colloquial phrase; you see the light bulb turn on. As a speech & language therapist of 30+ years; I...

...as Physics, and Language Arts. While working on my engineering degree, I also taught at an alternative private school, instructing both middle and high school students in a broad range of subjects. My academic and professional background has provided me the skills with which I can help students succeed in the classroom, as well as enable them with homework and study skills that they can take beyond their secondary education into college.

...math. My philosophy of education is that all children are unique and must have a stimulating educational environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. It is my desire to create this type of atmosphere where students can meet their full potential. I will provide a safe environment where students are invited to share their ideas and take risks. I look forward to helping your child reach their full potential!!

...learn basic art and design skills within a professional environment. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most experienced in writing, literature, and test prep. I strive to tailor my lessons to each student's specific learning style so that we can figure out new ways to approach difficult skills. This involves truly getting to know each student so that lessons can be personal, enriching, and fun. My test scores have not yet...

...working with people to help them achieve their educational goals. I love working with kids as well, teaching them what I know and making learning fun! I have a huge amount of business experience I built my own company from the ground up and opened up two more into other states. I also have nonprofit experience including grant writing and development. I've done business Consulting and helped with business plan development as well as technical...

...educational settings. I have my Bachelors degree in Elementary/Deaf Education, my Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and my Educational Specialist in Teacher Leadership. I love horseback riding, reading, evenings at the theatre with friends, or window shopping with my husband at the local outlet mall. But above all, I am dedicated to your child's academic success. I come prepared with many simple yet effective strategies to help them achieve their goals. I look forward...

...that I needed to find another way to use my teaching talents. I began to realize that tutoring could be a good fit for my teaching expertise. I believed that working on a one to one or small group situation would be a good fit for me. I wanted to reach students that had a need to become readers and to understand the process of writing not only a good sentence but a good paragraph....

...from Benedictine College and a Master of Arts in Theology from Holy Apostles College and Seminary. I am also a Google certified educator and very tech savvy. I'm extremely knowledgeable in the areas of theology and history and consider myself a lifelong learner. My passion is teaching and I love to help students reach their goals! I approach teaching with the belief that every student can be successful. I assess needs and formulate strategies for...

...chance to learn. By joining Varsity Tutors, I hope to help many student's learn by creating a fun and caring environment. I am a very hands on type of person who loves to teach children through experiences and practice. I did my student teaching in a sixth grade classroom where I have had to work with students one-on-one, in small groups and as a class. When not in school I love to read, play golf...

...Germany and went on to receive a Masters degree in Elementary Education. After working with special needs students in Hazelwood School District, I pursued my heart's desire and taught in the inner city of St. Louis for two years at North Side Community School. Missing the life of being an overseas educator, I secured a position in Seoul, South Korea at Korea International School in 2012. Yearning to learn more, I moved to Cairo, Egypt...

...teacher, the activity of learning is not limited to the student. There is always an exchange between what the teacher and student have to offer. I believe it is best to show, rather than tell students how to work their way through the task at hand, whether it be a problem or a prompt. I know that there is not always one way to solve a problem or answer a prompt, so I am always...

...teaching 8th grade Communication Arts and literacy. My first love in education is the language arts, and I am comfortable 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...

...do something new. I was an English major in college, and while working on my degree I tutored fellow undergrads as well as adults with special needs from the local community. This year I enjoyed volunteering with Americorps VISTA and teaching art and creative writing classes at Busch Middle School. Additionally, I'm a part-time nanny, and on weekends I enjoy playing and teaching the flute (which I also studied in college). I hope to become...

...2.5 year research project, culminating in a senior honors thesis on electronic currencies (namely Bitcoin) at both Johns Hopkins and the London School of Economics. This fall, I'm going to continue that research as I pursue a Master's in Philosophy at Cambridge University. I also have a great interest in the environment, including ecology, zoology, and animal behavior. In addition, I love public speaking, poetry, and American literature. I look forward to working with you!

Accomplished, versatile educator with more than 5 years of experience in classroom teaching, one on one tutoring, and curriculum and instructional design. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a certificate to teach English as a Second Language. I am a lifelong learner and my goal is to inspire and motivate my students to become one too.

I am a life long learner dedicated and enthusiastic about engaging, motivating and inspiring students to learn and understand the challenges they encounter. My experience is working with elementary and middle school students addressing math, reading comprehension, and writing.

...of education allows me to live my passion of inspiring others to not only acquire a specific skill or merely understand a new concept but to also ignite in their hearts the love of knowledge and learning. I think it's most satisfying, after hard work and practice, to see that both teacher and student were able to cooperatively work together to be successful in reaching their goal. So, if you're looking for someone to be...