Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Overland Park, KS

...both classroom and tutoring settings, currently teaching elementary school math and reading. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where each student feels valued and empowered to explore their fullest potential. I am passionate about helping students build confidence in their skills, using interactive methods and real-world applications to make learning relatable. In addition to my professional experience, I enjoy reading and exploring new educational strategies to enhance my tutoring...

...sharing literature, both classics and new fiction, with them in hopes it will foster a love of reading. I believe in the power of literature to spark critical thinking and help students make meaningful connections to their lives and the lives of others. It may come as no surprise that one of my chief hobbies is reading; I try to read fifty new novels every year, many of which I can then recommend to my...

Current English BA Student at UMKC I'm really excited for the opportunity to apply my skills and help teach those who need the help! I am happy to explain whatever questions are asked, and I am patient and thorough. I enjoy writing, art, and creativity in general.... I think it's important to be a good learner in order to be a good teacher. I think that motivation is key, and it's the instructor's job to make...

...Arts department. I thoroughly enjoy helping students brainstorm ideas and interpret literature that leads to great argumentative topics or the classic variety writing styles of basic English. Additionally, I work with reading intervention at all levels and help to differentiate instruction for each student at meet them at their level in order to make gains to push them to proficiency. I have been teaching for 12 years and I love all grade levels and helping...

...up with Varsity Tutors has provided me with a golden opportunity to continue helping students hone their own academic performance across a wide array of subjects, and my own tutoring background, coupled with my flexible schedule as a by-day real estate investor and independent business owner who possesses total control over his hours, puts me in a unique position to better accommodate the students I work with to ensure that they receive the attention and...

...Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am a Special Education Teacher of 11 years, experience in the public school systems, as well as in the hospitalized and special day school settings. I live in the Midwest with my two daughters, and my husband, who has just joined the field of wind energy. I have always loved academia, with particular strengths in the arts and research. I enjoy reading, incorporating...

...world traveler that enjoys learning about different cultures and seeing how different people think and enjoy life. I work in cancer clinical research, growing up with a medical condition, I desire to make sure others don't have too. I tutor because I want to help others succeed in life and to let them understand that learning is profitable and doesn't just have to be school, but life experiences as well. So, there I am in a...

...in Education from Washburn University in Topeka and a Masters in Leadership from Baker University in Overland Park, KS. I tutor students in reading, language arts, writing, and grammar. These subjects are my favorite and my area of expertise. When I was teaching in the classroom I taught elementary grades 3-6 (all subject areas) and middle school English. I spent my last 5 years as a middle school principal. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy riding...

...teacher in Missouri for grades 5-9. My dual certification gives me an edge when it comes to integrating writing and reading in the science classroom. I understand that all students have a variety of learning styles and that it is important to differentiate my teaching in order to accommodate everyone. I am a pretty easy-going person and find it easy to build relationships with my students to help them succeed in their academics and other...

...and/or the frustrations common to growth and learning. I am passionate about helping children and adults succeed in learning and development, with an emphasis on building self-confidence through encouragement, positive feedback, and affirmation of their personal strengths and abilities. Education and experienced in Memory Strategies, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Personality Psychology with a focus on motivation, talent and strengths, wellness and a personal teaching philosophy on the importance of an individual approach to learning and cognition....

...of Physical Therapy working in completing my doctorate degree. I previously obtained my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology through Michigan State University. Through my education and work experience, I have a gained a vast understanding of anatomy/physiology and basic sciences. Beyond my general knowledge, I have developed a variety of learning techniques and study skills. I find enjoyment in passing on these skills and knowledge, and I am very motivated to do so.

...on skills from alphabet citation to the formation of complex sentences, pattern recognition to long division. For me, as important as helping those students was establishing friendships with them. I went back to visit the kids over Christmas Break and was astounded at how many of them looked at me with smiles of recognition. My love for tutoring has extended into college. I have just finished my first year at The University of Dallas where...

...eight years of teaching and curriculum development expertise, dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals. My approach is student-centered, focusing on identifying individual learning styles and tailoring lessons to meet their unique needs. I excel at breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps, fostering both understanding and confidence. With a passion for making learning engaging and accessible, I build strong relationships with my students to create a supportive and encouraging environment where they can...

Hi, I'm Leah! I am a teacher with five years of teaching experience in the lower elementary grades. I am passionate about teaching students and helping them to meet their learning goals. My favorite area to teach is phonics, because I think it is the most important part of reading and can help a young student in so many academic areas. ... I believe each student is unique, similar to a crayon in a full box...

...do this is through reading and phonics. I love to teach phonics and make it fun for kids. I have songs, rhymes, and other fun strategies to help kids learn how to read and read for the love of it! I think it is very important to love to read and to explore the world around you through books! In my spare time, I like to read, go on walks, and spend time with my...

...and 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...

...can learn. A student has to be open to learn though and a great teacher can help to open a mind to that. Learning can be fun and especially when you work one-on-one with someone. The lessons can be focused to exactly what one needs and that really helps things to move along more quickly. After being in education for over 20 years, I am excited to work with new people and to experience teaching...

...the MCAT. Studying has always been something I have enjoyed and learning new content excites me. I hope to pursue my Masters degree in the field of Psychology. My goal is to encourage learning and find successful ways to help students process and understand the material at hand. I have a love for assisting individuals in achieving their goals, finding a love for learning, and being an encourager to those around me.

...material and encouraged students to think critically about not just calculus, but math as a field of study. I started questioning the world around me, and slowly began to piece together the relevance of the knowledge I had accumulated over the past 12 years. These lessons made me realize this: people are not born with knowledge, they work hard for it. While every field of study is not everyone's "cup of tea," it's important to...

...currently a senior at Washington University in St. Louis and will be attending law school next year. My areas of expertise are Political Science and Government, History, Writing, and ACT prep. I teach a weekly course to underserved youth for ACT prep and have done well personally on both the ACT and the LSAT. My philosophy is to guide you in your search to find the correct answers - not to give them to you....