Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...Studies& Cultural Studies with a focus on Education. I have taught elementary summer school K-8, as well as school year grades 2-5 grades. Tutoring and ESL have been my speciality, as I have taught both elementary and adults to speak English. I traveled overseas to Thailand, Ecuador and Africa teaching English as a Second Language. I love helping students improve their language skills (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and love teaching students of...

...in reading. I specialize in guiding children through the essential skills of reading, from decoding words to truly understanding and enjoying what they read. My goal is to make reading a rewarding experience, and I take pride in tailoring my approach to meet each child's unique needs. Whether your child is just starting their reading journey or needs extra support, I am here to foster confidence, comprehension, and a love for reading.

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.

...student majoring in Medical Laboratory Sciences and minoring in Linguistics. I have much tutoring experience with high school students and have helped with summer school for elementary students. I love talking about language acquisition and the ins and outs of the English language that tend to trip people up. I enjoy helping people understand concepts they find to be challenging in a straightforward manner, typically using visuals to convey information and help students grasp concepts....

...is my passion! I am currently enrolled in Southern Methodist University majoring in Elementary Education & Art. My goal is to help your child learn as much as possible in a way that makes sense to them - because after all, learning should be fun! I have had extensive experience tutoring and teaching students from PreK-5th grade. I have also worked with many ESL students in the Dallas area. I love to tutor reading, writing,...

Hello! This is my eighth year as a university instructor and I love working with fellow learners. My expertise is in literature, reading, and writing. I have also worked with young learners, from pre-K through elementary, and into middle and high school. I am a mom, and love working with kids!

...(Learning Behavior Specialist) for ages prekindergarten through 22, I bring a comprehensive and empathetic approach to tutoring. My passion for incorporating social-emotional learning skills into academic success stems from the belief that education is not just about acquiring knowledge but also about developing the whole person. By integrating these vital skills, I help students not only excel academically but also thrive personally. My experience spans over 15 years in special education, where I've had the...

...language and literatures. Shortly after graduating, I accepted an international teaching job in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where I teach English as a second language to students of all ages and lead the natural sciences department for a large, bilingual elementary school. I tutor a broad range of subjects, and I am passionate about both the sciences and languages. My mission is to give students confidence in areas where they struggle academically. I love it when students...

...graduate degree in Special Education. I enjoy tutoring children in all subject 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...

...bluntly, writing is hard. It's my hope to help you improve your writing, regardless of your skill level. I truly believe that anyone can learn to write well. In addition to writing, I'm also qualified to tutor test prep, particularly ACT, SAT, and PSAT. In test prep sessions, I like to begin with one or more diagnostic tests and then create a plan for the remainder of our time together. It's always my goal to...

...offer, I think that educators must fully understand the importance of their job. First, I believe that teachers must consider teaching to 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...

...International Studies with a focus in translation and international business. I’ve lived, studied, and worked in Ecuador on and off since 2012 with stints that include an internship at a Fair Trade cooperative, volunteering on organic livestock and produce farms, and teaching and tutoring rural students. In my free time, I enjoy creative writing, reading historical fiction, riding my bike, and cooking new foods. I’m available for a wide variety of subjects but am most...

I graduated from UMSL with a BA in history and a minor in German. I'm strongly interested in most kinds of history and language, and am always ready to help students in subjects from European history to German to going over essays. I believe that language and history are topics that anyone can understand if they are just taught in the right way.... I believe in helping students help themselves. I assist them enough that they...

...they not only can succeed in school, but enjoy doing so. I consider myself a very passionate and bubbly person. I am a team player who loves working with others, and was actually part of a synchronized ice skating team in High School. I love nature, particularly the stars and astronomy. I also love animals and hope to never be without a pet at home. However, my favorite animal is a giraffe (which unfortunately is...

...session, I like to get to know the student and obtain a sense of context by asking a few questions surrounding his/her desires, challenges, goals, etc. To me, a student is to be understood and respected as a person first and foremost. From there, my method is very practical. I try to meet students where they are and help them get to where they want to be. I look forward to hearing from you and...

...and English. I continue at the Community College level and then on to the University level. Along the way I added to my Bachelor of Science in Education with two Masters of Arts, one in Theater and one in Communication. I finished my teaching in front of a classroom career at Missouri University of Science and Technology teaching Public Speaking. I knew that I was not quite finished with education as a career. I decided...

...20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare fields, I have a deep passion for helping others succeed. My tutoring journey began in high school, where I worked with elementary students, and I have continued to volunteer as a tutor over the years. I firmly believe that every student has a unique learning style, and it is the educator's responsibility to adapt their approach to meet individual needs. Recently, my experience expanded further as...

...success. I attended Indiana University in Bloomington and graduated in 2013 with Bachelor of Arts. My majors are English and Studio Art and I have a minor in Art History. I also completed the CORE, Conservation Outdoor Recreation Education, Program during my last semester at IU. I have had experience as a Professional Outdoor Instructor where I taught middle school students natural sciences, outdoor survival skills, as well as team building skills. I have assistant...

...an ESL specialist in public schools and 2 years experience as an ESL instructor in a private language institution. I am currently certified by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education to teach English for Speakers for Other Languages, Spanish, and Elementary Education. Connecting with others is what makes education so powerful. Over the years, I have formed meaningful connections with so many of my students. Seeing my students succeed, take ownership in their...

...one interaction and instruction times with students. Tutoring settings allow for not only intensive learning, but time to explain the background and importance of the task at hand. My education and experience with writing, editing, literature and grammar allow me to relate to most language arts situations, and working with 7th graders, working with alternative school students, and assisting graduate students with editing essays gives me a broad spectrum to draw from as a tutor....