Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Shawnee Mission, KS

...for nine years, and I enjoy helping students discover a love for learning. I currently hold both a bachelor's and master's degree in education. Throughout my journey, I have been both a teacher and a tutor for students of various ages. I wholeheartedly believe that all students possess both the desire and ability to learn at high levels. It is the responsibility of the educator to bring learning to life and to ensure the success...

...one on one with several students as a homebound instructor. In addition I have a reading endorsement. I used to teach illiterate adults how to read and I have seen the devastating effects of not being able to read as an adult. So making sure kids master fundamental reading skills at a young age is very important to me. I love teaching and I am excited about the possibility of being able to work with...

...an educator, it is my personal mission to enable students by giving them the necessary tools to find success. l believe every student deserves the chance to succeed in achieving and surpassing their goals. I want to empower my students to approach new or challenging subjects with confidence. Most important of allI, I want to make a positive difference in their lives, helping them become better citizens and members of society as they improve academically.

...and a minor in Psychology along with completing a pre medical track. I have studied and found a great interest in psychology and counseling but I also have much experience with the natural sciences as I did study, prepare, and take 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...

...the give and take with students and the way their different styles of learning make me see new perspectives. I mainly teach foreign languages, English, and verbal sections of standardized tests because I am most interested in language and its logic. I have a long background in the arts and literature. I completed a BFA in Painting at the University of Iowa, a JD at the University of Tulsa and an MA in Classics at...

...and apply this not only to languages, but many other subjects, as well. I am a strong believer in the value and necessity of education, which is why I intend to make it my life long career. As such, I try to encourage a fun but results oriented learning environment for all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, my salt water aquariums, and spending time with my husky.

...find methods and tools to allow me to better understand these courses and in the process develop a newfound appreciation for these subjects. My teaching style focuses on "learn and teach back", utilizing visual learning and memorization tactics, mnemonics among a variety of other tools and exercises. I have experience tutoring students from college level through elementary school level in courses relating to science, math, English and social studies. I have experience in tutoring a...

...working with students and helping them achieve their academic goals (and beyond!). I currently am part of my university's Student Senate, where I am involved in a myriad of duties regarding issues with the administration, staff, faculty, and the student body. I am a promoter of leadership and self confidence, as they are important soft skills to develop not only professionally, but academically as well. Leadership and confidence translates into drive, and drive translates to...

...Demand Avoidance (PDA) profiles. My neurodivergent perspective gives me unique insights into their behavior and learning needs, enabling me to create a supportive and understanding learning environment where these students can thrive academically and personally. Engaging and Interactive Lessons : I utilize a digital library of fun and interactive lessons to keep students engaged and excited about learning. These resources enhance the learning experience and make it a rewarding journey for all students. I offer...

...I work with kids from K to 8th grade. I graduated as Elementary teacher with endorsement in Special Education in Universidad Autonoma de Madrid in 2019. Right now, I am studying a Master's as Spanish teacher as a second language. I don't like to teach my students in one only method/style. Teachers should adapt themselves to students necessities. That's why we need to mix techniques/methods/styles in order to get the best from each student.

...have already taken. I enjoy being in school and I want other students to feel the same way. For me, tutoring is important because it can help students feel like they finally understand a concept they have been struggling with for a while. Getting to see when a student has a light bulb moment is the most rewarding part. With just a little bit of individual attention, learning can become fun and interesting. Through positive...

...mentoring since I was about 16 years old. I know how frustrating it can be to not understand something while it is being taught in the classroom. As a result, I can connect with most of students pretty well. I let them know right off the bat that they are not alone and they can learn the material. After that we get right to work. If there is anything else you would like to know...

Future academic that is passionate about tutoring to increase students' understanding of and comfortability with course concepts. Practiced in detecting gaps in student understanding and reducing complex subjects to simpler ideas for students. I specialize in tutoring Math and Physics from middle school to graduate level, and love helping with ACT/SAT prep as well as introductory chemistry.

A teacher who is passionate about History and passionate about teaching. I love students and I love teaching motivated learners.

...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 friends and family.

...children. I do have a bachelors from Emporia State in integrated studies and a masters in elementary education from Rockhurst University. Throughout my educational career, I have been a summer school teacher assistant, elementary and secondary tutor (the elementary tutoring was mainly math), a resource aide, substitute teacher and a camp counselor. Nothing excites me more than watching children reach their full potential. I love it when the light bulb suddenly clicks in their head!...

...Navy for four years, I graduated with highest distinction from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor's degree in English. I completed my Master's in English two years later, publishing my thesis in Structuralist Review, a publication of the City University of New York. For two years, I taught undergraduate English Composition and Literature at KU and later taught Composition and Literature at a community college in Kansas City, Kansas. I am now a professional...

...a volunteer CrossFit kids coach. I am now in the final months of my MA in Conflict Transformation and Social Justice at Queen's University Belfast. While living in Belfast, I have volunteer facilitated creative writing workshops for young people, served as a youth mentor at a local community centre, worked as a Reading Mentor for youth in foster care, and run the social media channels for my university's Humanities department. My tutoring style revolves around...

...English students develop theirs. My goal is to help my students raise their grades/test scores and let them grow into the wordsmiths they were meant to be! My sessions include: -learning about my student and their reason for hiring a tutor -setting goals and a time frame for achieving them -assessing their skills -providing assistance with their assignments, test prep, and skill development -wrapping up our sessions with quick assessments to test their knowledge I...

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