Top Reading Tutors serving Overland Park

Laura: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
My name is Laura, and I am a medical student at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I love to work with students to help them reach their fullest potential.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Doctor of Medicine, Molecular Medicine
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34

John: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...a graduate of the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law and received my undergraduate Bachelor of Science in History from Kansas State University. Both while at K-State and in law school, I tutored high school and college students in History, Writing, and English Literature. I focus on approaching these topics with a holistic attitude, tying history to the present and reading/writing to applicable life skills. While I still tutor in these subjects...
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelor of Science, History
University of Kansas City Law School - Juris Doctor, Law

Shah: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...is Shah Jafri and I am a recent college graduate from the University of Kansas. I graduated with a biology degree with a minor in economics. I am also very confident in tutoring for math subjects as I have tutored many students successfully in Geometry and Algebra. I will be attending the University of Kansas Medical School in the Fall of 2020. I know the stress of studying and I've learned several study tricks that...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 31

Nancy: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...mother to two college students, ( a 21 year old son and an 18 year old daughter), and the owner of a fabulous German Shorthair Pointer.I love keeping busy by working in my yard, reading a good book, walking my dog, exercising, and spending quality time with family and friends. I am a graduate of the University of Missouri, Columbia and have a Master's Degree from Pittsburg State University. I have lived in the Kansas...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri Columbia, Missouri - Bachelors, Secondary Education Social Studies/Behavioral Science
Pittsburg State University - Masters, Secondary Administration/ ELL

Lizz: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
Former fifth grade teacher seeking to facilitate students' academic ambitions. My first degree was in psychology at KU. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from UMKC for my teaching degree. I taught 5th grade for 10 years in Raytown.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Molly: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...enjoy working with students because it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, Social Studies, Speech, and theatre, and have also taught Humanities and tutored ESL at the college level. I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Teaching as...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Kansas - Master of Arts Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction
ACT English: 31

Claire: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...is Claire Dowling, and I hold a Master's in Education from Baker University. With over 10 years of tutoring experience, I am currently a Library Media Specialist and have spent 17 years in education across various grade levels. My passion lies in making learning enjoyable and engaging, utilizing technology and interactive methods to connect with my students. I believe that fostering a love for reading is essential, as it enhances comprehension across all subjects. I...
Education & Certification
Baker University - Master's/Graduate, Education
State Certified Teacher

Aidan: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...currently a student at the University of Missouri. While there I have been able to pursue my love of academic excellence through 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...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government

Shanice: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...is Shanice Robinson, I am currently a 4th year medical student at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. I have had the pleasure of being an admissions committee student member during my second year of medical school. While in undergraduate at Spelman College, I was a Biology major with a pre-medicine concentration. I have 4 years of experience with tutoring and I have truly enjoyed it. I look forward to helping you achieve!
Education & Certification
Spelman College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Wright State University-Main Campus - Doctor of Medicine, General Studies

Catherine: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
I'm a full-time college student and part time Undergraduate Learning Assistant. I currently help teach algebra courses on my campus, and one of my absolute favorite things is watching a student grow and progress in their skills! I've worked with students of all ages and enjoy the unique challenges and rewards each age group presents.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics

Miyako: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
I have been tutoring in various subjects for nearly 15 years now. I can tutor various subjects with my strengths being in Reading, Languages, Literature, History and Science. I am best with math through 12th grade. I have experience helping students pass their GED and I can help with all of the sections including math, science, and reading. I am fairly proficient in Spanish, though I read and comprehend it better than I speak it.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Stephanie: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...a graduate of Washburn University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a focus on special education. After graduation I began teaching in the Gardner/ Edgerton school district. During my five years as an educator, I had the opportunity to teach a variety of grade levels including 6th, 4th, and 2nd. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about math and reading. There is nothing more fulfilling than...
Education & Certification
Washburn University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
State Certified Teacher

Matt: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
I graduated Summa Cum Laude graduate from Park University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. I am a Writer and Editor with over fifteen years of experience. I can help my students to improve their essay writing skills, sharpen editing skills, or become better at writing in general. I can also help with Social Studies subjects across all grade levels.
Education & Certification
Park University - Bachelor in Arts, Communications

Helen: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...Together we can make your tutoring session the best part of your day! By teaching to mastery, I will use my 25+ years of teaching expertise to develop a confident grasp of concepts related to your academic goals. Whether in the area of language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, or practical life skills, I have been afforded the lifelong privilege to work with students to achieve tangible results. Having taught as the lead teacher in...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Communications Technologies

Lina: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...busy lives. Because of this, I do not believe in simple busy work or wasting any students time. Because of my experience as a medical student, I have a lot of exposure to Biology and Chemistry classes. I tutor these classes as I have taken high level courses in these subjects, and I am continuously updating my information through my own education. I also tutor ACT help! Through my own journey, I was able to...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Doctor of Medicine, Molecular Medicine
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Jason: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...have worked with close to 1,000 kids over the course of my career. We will focus on your strengths to maximize your potential, and fine tune the areas where we need to improve. I will meet you where you are at, and invite you to take the next step on your learning curve. I also learn from these interactions, and will continue to develop as a teacher as we work through material. Personally, I am...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Brooklyn Law School - Juris Doctor, Political Science and Government

Michelle Elaine: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...tutored various subjects including English, ESL, Political Science, Sociology, and History for high school students and college students for over six years. I hold an interdisciplinary doctoral degree in Education Curriculum and Instruction and Social Sciences from the University of Missouri. I further completed 18 hours in Masters of TESOL at GCU as well as hold an English teaching certification. I possess over six years of experience teaching English to diverse learners (1) American common...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Doctor of Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Megan: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
Getting students where they need to be in the academic world is one of my passions, because I had to work really hard in school as well to get where i really wanted to be. Let me motivate, tutor, and teach you in your learning style so that you can get over your own academic hurdles.
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Braden: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...a recent Chemical Engineering graduate with a minor in economics from the University of Oklahoma living in Overland Park, Kansas. I have a passion for teaching college, high school, and middle schoolers math from Algebra to College Calculus, chemistry, and physics. In high school I took a variety of AP Tests: AP Chemistry-5, AP Physics 1-4, AP Calculus AB-5 AP US History-4, AP English Composition-4. I hope we are a great fit, and I can't...
Education & Certification
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Chemical Engineer, Chemical Engineering

Melony: Overland Park Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...my education from Michigan State University and The University of Central Missouri, where I graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Minor in Spanish. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). I have 9 years of teaching experience as a Preschool, Elementary & College level instructor. I've taught general education courses, ESL, Spanish Native Language Literacy and a University...
Education & Certification
University of Central Missouri - Bachelors, Elementary Education
University of Central Missouri - Masters, Teaching English as a Second Language
Private Reading Tutoring in Overland Park, KS
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Overland Park Reading Tutoring FAQ
Reading is a core subject in public schools outlined by the Common Core Standards. At each grade level, students are expected to have specific skill sets, such as making inferences from text; reading key ideas; understanding why individuals, events, and ideas develop; and what certain words and phrases mean. The level of complexity of which your son or daughter is expected to learn increases with every grade level. In early stages, a tutor may be helpful in boosting word recognition or vocabulary, but identifying cause and effect, or speeding up the decoding process, will be necessary later. Your student must excel in the basics prior to going forward, and will not progress unless they do. Varsity Tutors can find your youngster a reading tutor in Overland Park, KS, who could break down the basic concepts of reading, to make sure they understand the big picture.
Tutors have an innate power to point out specific weaknesses, and create personalized lessons around these. They will give attention to the exact topics of concern, as opposed to use a "one size fits all" approach. If your student happens to be fumbling over affixes and roots, their tutor can put up a complete lesson on these. They're able to give attention to summarizing, rhyme, cause and effect, or vocabulary. Reading accuracy can be improved. It is often hard for a classroom teacher to stop and address one child's problems. If you're seeking reading tutoring in Overland Park, KS, for your child, You may get assistance in locating a private tutor from the educational directors at Varsity Tutors, who can work one-on-one with your student to try to get them caught up.
In addition to targeting instruction predicated on individual strengths and weaknesses, each Overland Park reading tutor can be extremely flexible. They will meet at a time and place that best suits your schedule, even in your own house. Lessons can take place after dinner or on the weekend. If your child's schedule is that hectic, a live learning platform even enables reading tutors to meet face-to-face online.
As your child gains an ability to understand compound words, characters, and figurative language, you'll see a rise in confidence. Tutors can instill an enthusiasm in reading that drives your youngster to want more. Let your student achieve their maximum potential with a professional reading tutor in Overland Park. As opposed to giving attention to what they already know, the tutor could fill out any fluency gaps and move your youngster on the path to full reading comprehension.
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