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Christopher: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...excitement, fostering a connection between student and subject that goes well beyond rote memorization or cursory engagement. Through this perspective, I aim to bring students closer to their educational goals - be that mastery of a content area course, or excellence in standardized testing. My approach to instruction which seeks to involve students in their own learning as much as possible, focusing on presenting content in a way which reflects not only their individual learning...
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Truman State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Truman State University - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education: Social Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Alex: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...(a dual major in Physics and English). I have been tutoring for a little over two years, with a focus on the ACT and SAT. I have experience with Catalyst tutoring as well as Varsity, which has given me experience with more methods for approaching both tests. I know both the ACT and the SAT inside and out. I can both help students quickly improve their test scores through simple test-taking tricks, but I can...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 790
Julia: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...addition to teaching, I have conducted research on education policy and teacher feedback systems. I am finishing an honors thesis on the importance of preschool teacher-child relationship quality in the development of depression, and hope to work at a research institution before becoming a teacher. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano and flute. I taught piano for 3 years in high school and have been a part of at least one band/choir/orchestra since...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
David: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...hospital), social services (at a group home for adults with developmental disabilities), preschool phonics and arithmetic (at a Kumon Reading and Math Center), and many more. I consider myself an open-minded person who strives to be honest and candid in all of my interactions, no matter what the race, age, sex, gender identity, sexuality, health status, etc., of the person I am speaking with. I believe that those differences are all ultimately superficial, and that...
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University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of Nebraska at Omaha - Master of Arts, Psychology
GRE Verbal: 164
Isadora : Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...degree in Romance Languages and a degree in Psychology with a focus on social behavior. I tutor for a variety of subjects including Psychology, Spanish, French, Reading, and Writing (including ACT Test Prep). My favorite subjects work on are Essay Editing and Psychology, but any subject can be fun! My tutoring style is best described as a relaxed environment so that the student can learn at a pace that best fits their abilities. I love...
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Truman State University - Bachelors, Romance Languages/Psychology
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Trish: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...Education at the University of Missouri in St. Louis. Teaching is my passion, and I am never happier than when I am helping students make sense of new information. Although I am getting my certification to work with children grades K-6, I love working with students of all ages. I have worked for an educational camp called College for Kids for seven years as an assistant and as an instructor. I have also volunteered as...
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University of Missouri- St. Louis - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33
Kenn: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...year. I finished my undergraduate studies at Saint Louis University as well, majoring and minoring in Investigative Medical Sciences and Biology, respectively. During my studies, I have tutored in multiple settings. I have volunteered for an organization called UrbanFuture; the majority of my work consisted of preparing middle school students for MAP testing. I have also tutored students with high school homework at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital. Although I am qualified to teach SAT/ACT Writing,...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Investigative Medical Sciences
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
Alison: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...finished a year volunteering with Americorps in St. Louis. Through my major in Environmental Earth Sciences, I gained a strong background in math and science. I have teaching experience as a camp counselor at a nature preserve, as a tutor while in college, and as a teaching assistant of a higher level geology course. I enjoy tutoring and allowing students to reach conclusions through guided critical thinking and problem solving. I tutor students in math,...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Environmental Earth Sciences
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Mica: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...am most passionate about teaching both English and Spanish. I also tutor TOEFL prep and math, which was my favorite subject in school. My teaching/tutoring style is student-centered, with a focus on individual goals and needs. I am enthusiastic about learning and strive to make subjects interesting and fun so that students will feel motivated to study. I particularly enjoy tutoring because of the one-on-one interaction that allows for highly focused and accelerated learning. My...
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Lawrence University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Monterey Institute of International Studies - Master of Arts, TESOL
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
Adam: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...with a double major in Psychology and Natural Science and minors in Communication, Mathematics, and Chemistry. I began tutoring nine years ago as an afterschool and weekend math and science tutor for high schoolers through a federally funded Educational Talent Search program and have tutored students ranging from middle school through university since then. I have also been a department tutor for the chemistry department at UAA aw well as a private tutor in math,...
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University of Alaska Anchorage - Bachelor of Science, Natural Science and Psychology
Shwetang: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering. I've tutored since I was a freshman in high school, and am currently a Math and Physics tutor at Saint Louis University. My favorite subject to tutor would have to be any Math or Physics, as they are the most applicable courses for my major and have an interesting way of being applied to the real world. I would describe my teaching style to be very flexible and dependent on the...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering
ACT Math: 33
Fernando: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...school, working with peers, and have continued that passion once I left to college. I am Sophomore Computer Science Major at Washington University in St. Louis, currently working as a teaching assistant for the Computer Science Department. I tutor for ACT/SAT Science and Math test-prep, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Algebra-Calculus 3, and Spanish, as an AP, College-intro, or General level tutor. I particularly enjoy tutoring for Computer Science and Math, in these subjects I...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Lynn: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...with pay privately for my parents' colleague's children in elementary school in mathematics, science, and reading. From my years of tutoring, I have learned that the most success comes from developing a healthy and friendly relationship with my student that encourages pushing him/her to achieve what they previously thought they couldn't, while still staying within the student's comfort zone. Learning shouldn't ever become too frustrating! Aside from tutoring, I have been a referee at the...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Investigative Medical Sciences
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 34
Brittany: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...in journalism and political science, I taught elementary school for two years in St. Louis with the program Teach for America. While in the classroom I received my Masters in Education from the University of Missouri, St. Louis. I now work for a STEM non-profit, combining my passion for education with my skills in public relations. My most treasured moments in the classroom happened when working individually with students, and I'm looking forward to continuing...
Education & Certification
University of Iowa - Bachelors, Political Science, Journalism
University of Missouri-St Louis - Masters, Elementary Education
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
LSAT: 161
Amanda : Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...twelve years for which I have studied the language in school, as well as to my time spent studying abroad in Spain. I lived in Murcia, Spain for five months where I attended classes held in Spanish with native students. Additionally, it was a smaller city with very few English speakers, making it necessary to speak Spanish at all times. I believe my time abroad has taught me many invaluable lessons, and has taken my...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Zakery: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
I am a Biochemistry student at the University of Missouri. I have a passion for sharing what I have learned throughout my educational career and I hope to learn more through tutoring!
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Sanvy: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...solve questions. My teaching philosophy is that there is no student who cannot improve: every individual has a preferred method for arriving at an answer, and it's up to the tutor to guide them towards optimal performance. Although I graduated with a science degree, I study philosophy and history for fun. I enjoy playing board games and piecing puzzles together. Nothing makes me more proud than to nurture students into mature, intelligent individuals; in the...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 32
Stefan: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...a B.S. in Investigative Medical Sciences and a minor in Biology and will be attending the University of Oklahoma's College of Dentistry beginning this summer. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I tutored students in my various courses and found I was good at doing so. Upon realizing this, I looked for further opportunities to tutor other students, at which point I came across Varsity Tutors. My strongest subjects include English, ACT, DAT, Algebra,and Biology. I enjoy...
Education & Certification
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Mike: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...Missouri - Saint Louis. Math, music and education are my passions. I have been tutoring since high school when my classmates asked me to give them the insight they I found. Since then, I have taught middle school, high school, community college and university in several sciences and levels of mathematics. I have noticed as both an educator and student that the best teachers are the ones who not only enjoy the material they teach...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri, Rolla - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
University of Missouri, Saint Louis - Master of Arts, Mathematics
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 32
Nickolas: Ballwin tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballwin, MO
...of their lives. I've also had some experience in helping classmates with subjects such as Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry. I strongly believe in the idea that, if a tutee does not understand a concept, it is my fault for not having conveyed the concept effectively and in concrete terms. Tutoring sessions should be stress-free to allow for real learning to occur. My most favorite subjects to tutor include Organic Chemistry, Biology, General Chemistry, and...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33
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Ballwin, Missouri, is a St. Louis suburb, and has been named among the 100 best places to live in the U.S. by Money magazine. It was settled in 1804 by John Ball. Aside from being near urban amenities and monuments, such as the Gateway Arch, Ballwin has an extensive parks and recreation system, keeping residents content with the area in which they live.
The public schools in Ballwin include many of the facilities from the Parkway School District and Rockwood School District. West High, ranked 10th in the state, has a Silver ranking from U.S. News & World Report. It also has a comprehensive Advanced Placement program. In 2008, Selvidge Middle School became the state's second school to receive the Recognized ASCA Model Program award, from the American School Counselor Association. Marquette High is another high-performing school in the area. With private test prep instruction via in-home or online tutoring in Ballwin, MO, you could be working towards excelling in these top schools.
Ballwin's close proximity to St. Louis means you'll find many top universities nearby. There are many opportunities to prepare. Looking to advance your education through private Ballwin, MO, tutoring? You may enjoy receiving instruction, either in-home or online, for your class or for test prep, to try to be noticed by admissions counselors. Washington University in St. Louis (its medical school is among the top 10 in the country) and Saint Louis University are nationally renowned for research. To get into any of these, you'll want to stay ahead of your class. If you are falling behind, online tutoring from Ballwin, MO, tutors is a great way to receive test prep, work to get caught up, and get prepared for college.
A suburban community, Ballwin has no shortage of shopping. You'll find two major retail complexes along Manchester Road. These are Olde Town Plaza, plus various specialty stores, fast food chains, and car dealerships. Ellisville Square has shops, food, and a Chuck E. Cheese's just outside of Ballwin. This string of shopping centers essentially bisect the northern and southern sides of the community.
The Ballwin Athletic Association Complex has several baseball diamonds and softball fields to enjoy an afternoon of competition. It is located behind the local elementary school. You'll also find abundant golf if you are into hitting the links. Ballwin is home to Meadowbrook Country Club and the Ballwin Golf Course
Ballwin is a great place to live and learn, but it's not always best to go it alone. Seeking tutors in Ballwin, MO, is a great first step to try to get to the next level in your education.
The Ballwin School System
Ballwin is a family friendly suburb just about 20 miles west of St. Louis, Missouri. It has a diverse population of just over 30,000 residents and is part of the great St. Louis metro area. The metro is home to more than 2.8 million people. Most Ballwin public school students attend one of the 29 schools in the Rockwood School District, which is St. Louis County’s largest public school system.
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Below is a chart showing an overview of how well Ballwin area schools are preparing their students for the state assessments exams.
Ballwin Test Scores
A professional tutor in Ballwin can help younger students prepare for MAP (Missouri Assessment Program) tests, which are designed to see how well they are doing in core academic subjects. Students in grades 3-8 take grade-level assessments on English language arts, math, and science. In high school, they take end-of-course tests in specific classes like English, algebra and geometry, biology, US history, and others. Tutors can aid students with content, and with valuable test-taking strategies. A private tutor can also help students prepare for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, LSAT, GRE, and other admissions exams.
Ballwin tutor isn't just about test prep. Tutors who specialize in virtually any subject are available as well. Tutors get to know your child’s personality, strengths, weaknesses, interests, goals, and learning style. With this information, tutors develop customized lessons that encourage your student to enjoy learning, engage in the content, make quick progress, and increase their confidence. This support may be vital to your child’s education.
Ballwin students have access to some of the best public high schools in the state. The table below indicates how the top Ballwin area high schools compare to other high schools throughout Missouri.
Ballwin High School Rankings
High School | Ballwin Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Lafayette High School | 1 | 3 | 92% |
Marquette Senior High School | 2 | 5 | 85% |
Parkway West High School | 3 | 8 | 84% |
Parkway South High School | 4 | 12 | 80% |
Valley Park Senior High School | 5 | 27 | 0% |
Schools in Ballwin heave reasonable classroom sizes, with an average of about 16 students per teacher. Still, some students require more individual attention than they receive during class to fully understand course material. The following table outlines the student-teacher ratios at a sampling of Ballwin area high schools.
Ballwin Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Lafayette High School has a 17 1 student-teacher ratio.
Eureka Senior High School has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Parkway West High School has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Marquette Senior High School has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Parkway South High School has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Missouri State Average has a 14 1 student-teacher ratio.
Living so close to St. Louis means that Ballwin students who wish to pursue higher education close to home have access to some excellent colleges, such as the very highly ranked Washington University in St. Louis. Check out the following table to see how area colleges and universities rank.
Ballwin University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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Washington University in St. Louis | 14 | 17% |
Saint Louis University | 172 | 65% |
Maryville University | 379 | 93% |
Fontbonne University | 526 | 97% |
University of Missouri - St. Louis | 589 | 71% |
Webster University | 603 | 47% |
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | 619 | 89% |
Lindenwood University | NA | 55% |
Missouri Baptist University | NA | 51% |
Ranken Technical College | NA | 100% |
Harris-Stowe State University | NA | 100% |
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