Award-Winning Reading Tutors in St. Louis, MO

...having difficulty with a concept I like to draw analogies to other things either I or the student are interested in order to demonstrate other approaches, and to show that the skills they're developing are applicable outside the assignment. In teaching poetry at the university level I've often reached beyond my knowledge of literature to my interests in movies, music, photography, theater, and nature to bolster lessons on poetic craft and interpretation. I've found that...

I love to teach, that's why I decided to become a tutor while I'm studying to become a science teacher. I can help with things like algebra, calculus, physics, chemistry, English, and especially ACT subjects. It was only 3 years ago that I took the ACT and did very well, and now I want to help new students do the same.

...my undergraduate experience, I spent time working as an Academic and Character Enrichment tutor, helping middle school students advance in reading, math, and science. Currently, I serve as a College Adviser with the Washington University chapter of the College Advising Corps. This position has allowed me to facilitate ACT workshops along with private tutoring. To grow academically, I believe that students must be confident and knowledgable. I will instill this confidence with my students by...

...and be able to think critically about any task. Anytime I can help a student master a skill in a fun way, I will incorporate it into my teaching. I love finding ways to bring personal interests into the learning process. When I am not teaching or in school, you can find me doing one of many activities, such as, reading, crafting, DIY home improvement projects, running, playing kickball, swimming, traveling to the beach, or...

I am currently a sophomore at Vanderbilt University. I am studying to become a Special Education teacher for grades 6 - 12 for students with high incidence disabilities. I am excited to get to know you and work with your family to determine how to best support your child's learning needs. Whether its delivering structured lesson plans on certain skills, or offering additional support preparing for the ACT, I am here to help.

...Meanwhile, engineering deals with applying all the theory and pristine numbers we crunch to the unpredictable real world. Studying these areas for four years has taught me to become a better problem-solver. Problem-solving is a process, and sometimes this process is logical and efficient, but in other times, it can be more creative with twists and turns. When I am tutoring students, this is usually the focus of our sessions. The way the student approaches...

...with a minor in Psychology in 2013 and I was TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certified in 2014. I've always loved the idea of helping others learn a language. I have a strong passion for Spanish as well as traveling. With my degree, I was able to study abroad in Salamanca, Spain where I lived with a host family and took advantage of what Europe had to offer. I also translated for a...

I am a pediatric nurse practitioner currently at home with my little girl. I graduated for the University of South Carolina with a degree in Biology in 2013. I graduated with my Masters in Nursing from Vanderbilt University in 2017. I am able to help to help in many areas, including but not limited to biology, nursing, and anatomy/phys. I look forward to seeing how I can help you achieve your goals!

...making the suggestions and how to apply them to future writing assignments. My teaching style uses a targeted approach and hands-on work to help students understand these challenging subjects. I like to use my internship and research experiences to provide real examples of how concepts discussed in lectures apply to conducting science experiments and interacting with the natural world. For example, I interned at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University studying the effects of nutrient...

...credentials, I was hired as an English and Theatre Arts teacher at Cowdray Park Secondary. In the six years that I spent instructing high school students, I encouraged them to excel in English. They learned to love the subject and delve deeply to understand any written work. I developed relationships with more than 200 students and made sure they all felt cared for by giving them individualized feedback, facilitating class discussions, and offering ongoing encouragement....

...school districts at the secondary level. I hold both a B.A. degree and M. A. degree in language arts from SIU-Edwardsville, Illinois. For several years I continued academic studies at St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri, where I pursued a doctorate degree in English and American literature. Although I completed all course requirements with a 3.666 average based on a 4.000 scale, I did not select my committee of professors for the requisite oral...

...I have a track record of 80% and above of all my students testing proficient in Reading and Math by the end of the year (I also have data to prove it!). I am confident in teaching all different kinds of kids and using a variety of instructional methods. I am not afraid to try new things. I understand the importance of multiple intelligences and different learning styles and apply differentiated instruction techniques in my...

I teach middle school math and reading. I have been teaching for 25 years from grades 2-6. I enjoy helping students learn through activities and games that they enjoy. Learning should be fun.

...lack of motivation. Given my extensive and diverse background, I feel comfortable tutoring all types of students from consistently high achievers to students that may need some extra motivation and patience. While I able to tutor students in math through Algebra 1, high school entrance exam test preparation, SAT prep, reading, and college essay writing, I most enjoy tutoring mathematics and assisting with college essay writing. I was fortunate enough to have a few incredible...

...laborers, waiters and waitresses, business owners, and other people on both sides of the wall. Much of the work I've done in the U.S. and in the Middle East has taught me so much about the complexity of people and the diversity of the experiences that contribute to who we are, what we value, what we believe, what we love, and what we fear. I am committed to continuing to "unlearn" stereotypes and make that...

...graduated from Lewis-Clark State College in May of 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a minor in Technological Learning. Currently I am a certified teacher in Idaho and Illinois. I have been a 4th Grade and 2nd Grade teacher where my focus was on my student's success and building individual connections with each student to help me better understand how and why they learn. During my time as an educator, I...

...is Kelsey Jackson and I graduated from Saint Louis University in 2015 with Bachelor of Science degrees in Finance and Economics. I have been tutoring for about 6 years in various subjects such as English, Math, Social Studies, and Spanish. While our tutoring time is important, there time a student spends after our sessions is equally as crucial. That is why I work with students to create comprehensive study plans so that they can continue...

...I specialize in writing, with three years of experience working in a writing center. I have tutored a range of age groups, from elementary school students to adults. In my time as a writing tutor, I have helped students with their writing in nearly ALL disciplines, including science, economics, and the humanities. I also have experience teaching English Language Learning (ELL). I developed an 8-week ELL course in Spanish, as well as assisted in other...

...rehabilitation services. I am also a direct-entry student for the Maryville Occupational Therapy Graduate School, beginning Fall 2022. As a sophomore in high school, I began tutoring and have been offered several tutoring positions since. I felt this would be a great time to get back to doing what I love with my extra time. I have worked with students of all ages and am very fond of helping others expand their education. Since the...

...Thursdays. One such night, as I took a break outside, I considered that I might want to return one day as a teacher. So, I stored that thought in the recesses of my mind for a while. I entered college thinking I'd be a doctor; after a few semesters of biology and chemistry classes, I changed tack to pursue a career in counseling. Well, that lasted until I fell in love with creative writing, which...