Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors in Overland Park, KS

...and evaluations to track student progress. During college, I helped my peers learn French both individually and in small groups; and most recently, I worked as an English language teacher in France, helping small groups of middle- and high-schoolers put their language learning into practice by organizing projects, conversations, and debates. In my free time, I like to read, write, draw, and learn about topics of interest such as Spanish and world literature.

...are able to apply it to real-life situations. I have learned to adapt to the individual needs of each student. Furthermore, I also volunteer at the UMKC Dream Project, an organization in which we tutor middle school and high school students from the Kansas City area. As a current medical student at UMKC, I am able to tutor higher level science courses, but I am also comfortable with helping my clients with math courses and...

...be a tremendous source of anxiety. I view tutoring as an opportunity to mentor students through this process so they can actually enjoy learning and reaching their full potential. For the past five years, I've tutored and taught classroom programs throughout the Chicago area, focusing on ACT/SAT prep, academic subjects, and multiple levels of standardized testing. I also have a strong background as a Reading Specialist, both on standardized tests and in general literacy and...

...of the most pivotal stories in the bible. This experience gave me first hand experience in tailoring subjects to the learning styles of my students and also taught me how to bring subjects, often viewed as boring, to life for them. I really enjoy working with students on History and English, as well as Critical Reading and Writing test prep. I hope that my students come away from our sessions with both the factual foundation...

...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 students! I tutor a broad range of subjects, most notably English, Literature, and ACT/SAT Test Preparations, but regardless...

...individual that believes students can improve and achieve more by just looking at problems differently. I like to demonstrate how critical thinking methods apply to every subject and situation. Unfortunately schools don't seem to focus on critical thinking to the level I believe would be beneficial. When it comes to standardized tests, my approach is to teach the student as many tips, tricks, and techniques as possible to increase their score. We all have the...

...Corps Volunteer; I spent over a year working in a small school in Namibia (Southern Africa) teaching English, Math, and Computer Skills in a resource-poor environment. I am enthusiastic and creative, and am constantly scanning the latest pedagogical literature to keep abreast of current teaching theories. My strengths lie in verbal expression, although I have a background in science (especially biology) as well. My specialty is helping to improve language/reading scores and writing/editing skills, as...

...fun, engaging, and that teachers and students should share mutual respect. Outside of academia, I love to read and write, run, bake and cook yummy food with things I get at the farmer's market, hang out/watch TV with my fianc, and take bike rides around the Lenexa area. I am originally from Manhattan, KS, so I also like to go home and visit my family, eat my mom's cooking, and take hikes on the Konza...

...member of the KU Honors Program. As a native of Colorado, I love the great outdoors and have done everything from skydiving to climbing a few "14ers". I place great value on education and see the importance in attaining a deep understanding of academic subjects. I have a casual teaching style and do my best to teach my students the value of what they are learning. I specialize in Math and ACT and SAT prep.

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.