Top Reading Tutors serving Kansas City

Ariana: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have also taught AP French and college-level French. I have a B.A. in Modern Languages (French) and Sociology, an M.A. in Modern Languages (French/Second-Language Acquisition), and an M.A. in Teaching (Secondary).
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelor in Arts, French
Kansas State University - Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33

Samuel: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...list). My strong points are biology and chemistry, and I am Praxis and MEGA certified to teach both in the state of Missouri. I also have a strong background in Math, and can tutor these subjects at a elementary, middle, or high school level. Feel free to contact me with other specific subject questions. I tutor my students after school 2-4 days per week so I have plenty of experience. I currently live in North...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Missouri-Columbia - Masters in Education, Science Teacher Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 36

Ana: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...the majority of my life learning about different subjects that interested me. As a young girl, I dreamed about the day when I could be fluent in the English language; I worked very hard toward that goal. As I grew older, my objectives shifted, but my joy for learning never ceased. I have worked with students with disabilities and behavior differences, and I can honestly say that I learned life's best lessons while working with...
Education & Certification
Montclair State University - Bachelors, Computer Science
The University of Kansas - Masters, Education

Ted: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
My name is Ted Kepes and I have taught as a high school teacher and have been a university professor for 20 years. I have earned a Ph.D. and two M.A.'s from Loyola University in Chicago and Boston College. I love to teach and to help others to learn. I am kind, compassionate, patient and encouraging. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you to help you reach your fullest potential.
Education & Certification
Lewis University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
Boston College - Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General

Ishana: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...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 right attention from...
Education & Certification
Washington University in StLouis - Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550

Hannah: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...Spanish, English, American Literature, English as a Second Language, Reading, and Writing. I'm passionate about these subjects and I encourage my students to set high goals for themselves while I also challenge them to set new goals each day. As a tutor, I constantly assess how my students are doing so that I may adjust my instruction to benefit their learning. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy creative writing, playing electric guitar, reading books...
Education & Certification
Park University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Olivia: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...reading and spelling. I have tutored a broad range of subjects, but have more in depth knowledge of English. This is also my favorite subject to teach, which I attribute to my love of books and literature. The teachers I have had who have stood out to me all had common characteristics: they presented their subjects in a way that caught my interest. clarified difficult topics and led me through complex problems, and put knowledge...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Olivia: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
I believe in individualized education to meet the needs of all students.
Education & Certification
Cottey College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Eliza: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...taught me how to bring subjects, often viewed as boring, to life for them. I really enjoy working with students on History and English, as well as Critical Reading and Writing test prep. I hope that my students come away from our sessions with both the factual foundation that will they need to succeed, and a broader understanding of the subject's importance. In my free time, I love, reading, creative writing, riding horses, playing with...
Education & Certification
Macalester College - Bachelor in Arts, History and Classical Civilizations
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 32

Aidan: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...various means. The most important being the Learning Center (tutoring area), that has allowed me to spread that love to others. I tutored each level of the Japanese program at the university, so I am well equipped in understanding the needs of university level Japanese courses. Outside of school my love of travel has taken me to places like Japan and Korea. In fact I was given the opportunity to study at Seoul National University...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government

Brittany: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
I graduated from Missouri Western State University with my bachelor's degree in English Education. I have since been a nanny, a tutor, and worked in a women's shelter helping children with their homework. I am dedicated to helping others see the fun and importance in education. With hard work and perseverance, both students and tutors alike can benefit greatly through tutoring programs!
Education & Certification
Missouri Western State University - Bachelor of Education, English

Brittany: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...degree in Elementary Education and I am close to obtaining my Master's in Children's Literature and Literacies from the University of Glasgow. I am a passionate teacher who has 3 years of professional teaching experience, but before I was licensed I was required to do 200 hours of practicum in elementary schools in urban, suburban and rural communities and I worked at The Boys and Girls Club for two years before I became a teacher.
Education & Certification
Baker University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
University of Glasgow - Masters in Education, Children's and Adolescent Literature

Sarah Crutchfield: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...believe that when students feel confident in themselves academically, that confidence starts to spread to other areas of their lives. That is my goal as a tutor, to help students get that confidence in themselves, and to know that they can do math, they are good at reading and writing. I plan on doing this by getting to know them as an individual and learning where their strengths and areas for growth lie. Then, from...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Peter: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
Hello! Kansas City was my home growing up, before traveling to the University of Vermont for a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Japanese Studies, with a minor in History. I want to help students get into their own dream schools-- All it takes is the perseverance to study! I can help tutor ACT/SAT prep and all humanities, especially English and History!
Education & Certification
University of Vermont - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 740

Todd: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...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 with positive reinforcement and a touch of laughter, we can learn...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Education

David: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
I enjoy helping students reach their highest potential. My philosophy is that all people can learn and finding their intelligence is my goal in tutoring.
Education & Certification
College of the Ozarks - Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary - Master of Divinity, Education

Atrik: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...delved deep into language and literature classes, as well as debate and creative reading and writing, which are all experiences that I am confident I can draw upon for tutoring in these subjects. I strive to tutor in a manner that is informative, engaging, and enjoyable, as I feel that it is possible to include all three of these elements into a tutoring experience without compromising on the quality and efficacy of the learning taking...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Anthony: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...that some of the best schools are experiencing students are not able to receive the personal attention that some of them need to be at their best. That is why tutoring can be so valuable. I am able to work one on one with a student which allows me to devote all my time to helping them with their particular problems. I am able to help students understand what it is they are being asked...
Education & Certification
University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Bachelors, English
Park University - Masters, Educational Administration
ACT Reading: 35

Meg: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
...achieve their academic and personal goals. I have extensive experience tutoring students- both in the discipline of social studies, as well as in math and writing. My philosophy in working with students is to meet them where they're at and use a variety of techniques and strategies to help them grow and accomplish their goals. I firmly believe that students are capable of accomplishing more than they ever thought possible- and I LOVE unlocking that...
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelor of Science, Social Science Teacher Education
University of Illinois at Springfield - Master of Arts, Political Science and Government

Londyn: Kansas City Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Kansas City, MO
A business marketing major who loves to share her knowledge.
Education & Certification
University of Central Missouri - Bachelor of Commerce, Business, General
Private Reading Tutoring in Kansas City, MO
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Kansas City Reading Tutoring FAQ
If you feel your child could benefit from some additional reading assistance, Varsity Tutors can get you connected with helpful Kansas City reading tutors. Reading is a skill that can impact every area of learning for your child so it is important to develop this skill early and offer helpful intervention quickly if needed. Regardless of what grade or reading stage your child is struggling in, we can find you the right resource to help.
What reading concepts can Kansas City reading tutors near me help my child with?
There are many aspects to confident reading that your child will be faced with throughout their years in school. From the reading fundamentals to more advanced literacy skills, your child will need a good base of reading knowledge to continue moving through their reading courses. This is why early intervention can be vital for a child that is challenged by reading. Let's take a closer look at the concepts that can be covered by Kansas City reading tutors.
During your child's early reading development, they may practice letter recognition and sound, recognizing common words, phonological awareness, and early fluency. These skills are important for a child to be able to advance their reading skills later on. In Kansas City reading tutoring sessions, your child's instructor can use different engaging activities, such as writing letters in different sensory materials, like sand or shaving cream, to help your child practice letter recognition and sound or flashcards can be used to practice skills such as common word recognition.
For a student who is working on reading comprehension and fluency in later grade levels, Kansas City tutors can help by having them read grade-appropriate materials out loud during their sessions. This can help your child receive instant feedback on words that are being pronounced incorrectly, work on appropriate expression and reading rate, and build confidence in their reading skills. Kansas City reading tutoring sessions give your child a safe and private environment to work through their challenges.
A student who is working through informational reading skills, usually during their middle school years, will need to learn concepts such as analyzing text, integrating the information presented in different media or formats, and determining central ideas of texts. Kansas City tutors can help your student work through these concepts and more, including helping them find the best way to break down paragraphs or sections of a text to analyze the central idea, how to determine the meaning of words and phrases in context, and how to compare and contrast different works based on the same subject.
A student who is struggling with reading at a high school level may need some additional help with analyzing complex character development, determining a theme or central idea of a text, and determining figurative and connotative meanings. Kansas City tutoring can help your student with concepts such as how the language evokes a sense of time and place and sets the tone, analyzing the author's structure choices, and how to draw from other readings to create the big picture.
How can Kansas City reading tutoring benefit my child?
There are numerous unique advantages to working with Kansas City reading tutors. One of these notable advantages is allowing your student the ability to have control over the pace of their learning. Unlike the typical classroom setting that requires the teacher to work through a set curriculum, there is no rush to get through any concept with private instruction. If your student needs some extra time to get a thorough understanding of topics that they find particularly tricky, such as letter recognition or reading comprehension, the lesson plans can be adjusted to accommodate that.
Another excellent benefit is the opportunity for your student to focus solely on their reading goals. When your child is their instructor's main focus, it can allow the instructor the opportunity to get to know their areas of strength, their interests, and the concepts that are extra challenging to them and they can use that information to customize each lesson plan to help your child make the most of the time they have together.
Each lesson plan is flexible, so if the student progresses quickly in any of the topics, their lesson plans can be adapted quickly to reflect the progress made. They can incorporate activities and materials that work with your child's individual learning method. For example, flashcards or sight word practice can be used for a visual learner and oral reading practice can be used for audio learners.
What options do I have to fit Kansas City reading tutoring sessions into our schedule?
If you are already balancing a busy schedule that could include work commitments, family time, school schedules, and extracurriculars, it can seem difficult to make the time for private tutoring sessions. However, with convenient in-person and online options, we can find you the best Kansas City reading tutors to meet your needs and availability. Online instruction offers the additional convenience of allowing your child to log in to their sessions from wherever they are, without needing to fit an extra commute into your already busy day.
With online Kansas City reading tutoring sessions, your child can log in to our Live Learning Platform from your home or another favorite quiet study spot, such as an area cafe or the Plaza Branch of The Kansas City Public Library. Once your student is logged in, they can utilize helpful features such as video chat, virtual whiteboards, and shared document editors to engage in live, interactive lesson plans with their Kansas City reading tutors. They have the ability to ask questions as they arise and get answers that they understand and that help them move forward.
If you or your child would like to review any of the previous lesson plans, you can easily do so. Each session is recorded so you can go back and watch the recordings in between your regularly scheduled sessions. This can also be a helpful resource for you, as well, so you can go back and review the techniques that helped your child learn so you can incorporate them when you help them with reading practice or homework.
This sounds wonderful. How can I get connected with Kansas City reading tutors near me?
Regardless of which aspects of reading your child is struggling with, we can find you an experienced and patient instructor who is eager to help. Online instruction even allows you to be connected with a wider range of instructors that may have more availability for you, without being hindered by where they are located. Once you are ready to get in touch with us about finding the right Kansas City reading tutoring resource for your child, we can get you connected with Kansas City reading tutors in as little as 24 hours.
Our educational consultants are available to answer any questions you may have on how personal instruction works, the potential advantages, and how to get started. However your child is struggling with reading, we can find them a private academic mentor to help. If you are ready to get your child started with experienced reading help from Kansas City reading tutors, contact Varsity Tutors today.
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