Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...of Arts in Interdisciplinary 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...

...build a strong foundation 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...

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.

...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. I enjoy hiking, reading, and painting in my free time.

...why teaching elementary students 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...

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!

...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 fostering an environment of patience and support to encourage self-confidence and independence. Outside of academia, I enjoy spending time in nature, writing poetry, trying teas of all flavors, and being a plant mom. These interests not only enrich my own life but also inspire my teaching, bringing...

...the other in Hispanic 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...

...currently working toward my 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...

...well. To put it 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...

...benefit from what schools 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...

...majoring in Spanish and 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...

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...

...with elementary-aged students is my first passion, and I particularly enjoy helping students improve their reading ability. I engage all my students in experiences that connect them to life and make learning fun. Last Summer, while working at Kids Science Labs, a science camp for ages 3-12, we explored all types of science concepts-from rockets to the environment to our bodies-using hands-on experiments. These camps taught the kids so much, but felt nothing like school....

...taught tenth grade English, US History, and AP US Government the first two years, and then I transitioned during the third year to teach 3-5 grade math and art. After that, I moved back home to St. Louis where I spent the latest chapter of my career working for McGraw-Hill, a premier worldwide provider of educational products and services that shape learning in the digital age. English is my area of expertise. I am an...

...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. Reading is a key to all other types of learning. If a person can read and comprehend, it will open many doors in their future. Many times I told my daughters that if you can read and enjoy doing so, you will always have a friend and will...

...I am dedicated to helping students overcome academic challenges and build confidence in their abilities. My greatest strengths as a tutor are patience, adaptability, and a strong commitment to student success. While I enjoy tutoring all elementary subjects, my favorite subject to teach is science. I am also flexible with scheduling and happy to accommodate different learning needs. Please feel free to reach out with any questionsI look forward to helping students reach their full...

...to transforming potential into 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...

...5 years experience as 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,...

...came during one on 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...