Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Shawnee Mission, KS

...show students how engaging science can be. My career includes a variety of experiences working with high school and college students. I was an A+ tutor in high school and worked with high schoolers during Upward Bound Math and Science last summer. As a college student, I have spent 2.5 years working in biology and chemistry labs as well as tutoring natural sciences for the last year. My favorite topics in biology are evolution and...

The minute I choose to walk into a classroom is the minute I choose to be open-minded and to create a rich diverse learning environment for my students. I had always been passionate about English, and growing up in a household that valued language and reading so much, I was reading and writing short stories ever since I was little.

...with a biology degree with a minor in economics. I am also very confident in tutoring for math subjects as I have tutored many students successfully in Geometry and Algebra. I will be attending the University of Kansas Medical School in the Fall of 2020. I know the stress of studying and I've learned several study tricks that have helped me along the way. I am excited to give back what I know to my...

...subjects, including Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Programming, and the underlying Math and Physics required in this field. My teaching philosophy focuses on teaching concepts and problem solving skills. I believe it is important to develop a deep understanding of the material and how to apply it, rather than learning simply to pass a test. I work best with students who are motivated to learn and willing to put in the effort necessary to do...

...strong academic background and experience supporting diverse learners, I approach tutoring with empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to helping each student meet their individual goals. As a tutor, I create a supportive and focused environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and growing. Whether I'm helping someone prepare for an exam, improve their writing, or tackle a challenging assignment, my goal is to empower students to take ownership of their learning and achieve...

...made it one of my life's goals to be the best instructor I can be. To complete this goal I have been doing research into teaching methods for the past few years. Fortunately, most of my family are or were teachers. I often go to them for advice on becoming a better educator. Since as early as 3rd grade I have dreamed of getting a PhD. That is why I am going to continue my...

...While I've tutored a variety of subjects in the past, I am especially passionate about teaching math and science. These are two subjects I am personally very interested in and have had success passing on my excitement to students. I also enjoy preparing students for test prep (ACT) and elementary and middle school-age students. My approach to teaching is to understand the student as an individual. I like to understand the student's strengths and weaknesses...

...a wide range of subjects, including Biology, Cell Biology, College Application Essay Review, College English, Expository Writing, High School English, Math, Middle School Math, Public Speaking, and General Science and Writing. My background in these areas allows me to provide comprehensive support, whether we're diving into intricate biological processes, polishing college essays, or tackling math problems that seem daunting at first. In our sessions, I focus on not only providing the answers but also guiding...

The best way to learn is by teaching. As a successful student, I have been teaching others in a variety of subjects for many years. I believe in using strengths to aid weaknesses and treat each student uniquely by tailoring my teaching style to the way they learn. ... I believe in capitalizing on each student's strengths and using those methods that come easily to them to approach their weaknesses.... Get to know them, their learning...

...ride somewhere. I tutored many of my friends throughout high school. I am currently attending the University of Kansas. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry on a Pre-Medicine track. I tutor in lots of different types of math and chemistry. My style is to first make sure you know the background content needed to understand the actual topic at hand. Outside of tutoring, I love to play basketball and football with my...

I am a senior at KU studying Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. I am studying to become a doctor and am looking forward to medical school!

...academic instructor. Partnering 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...

...and engineering. I primarily tutor subjects in math and science because I love helping students break through obstacles to understanding tough concepts. I believe that sometimes all it takes to tackle a difficult problem is a fresh perspective, which is how I like to approach my tutoring sessions. I love to hike, I'm an avid board game player, and I'm currently teaching myself to play guitar - it's going pretty well, actually!

...needing assistance in finance, accounting, mathematics, and computer science/programming courses because these subjects present so many opportunities for problem solving and students to obtain that "aha" moment. That said, I am qualified and willing to help you reach success in all the subjects in which I am approved to tutor. I started tutoring classmates informally while in college and accepted several teaching assistant positions that enabled me to clearly explain course concepts to students with...

...things! It is the only way I could know for sure that I have mastered a material. By using creative, and interactive methods, I am able to teach students effectively at their skill level, because I know everyone learns differently. I graduated with a BA in Biology and a minor in Chemistry from Cottey College. In college, I tutored students in Statistics, Introductory/Molecular Biology, General Chemistry, and English. My hobbies are acting, yoga, and hiking.

...well as working with people learning English as a second language. I have been an aunt since I was thirteen years old and have much experience working with kids of all ages. I tutor elementary sciences and also work with high schoolers in science. I love Biology, Chemistry and Physics especially. I tutor reading as well for all ages. I believe that all students are unique. Each has the potential to learn. My job as...

...so I finished that year teaching online. The following school year, I remained the remote special education teacher for students from my school. I took a break from teaching to stay home when I had my baby in April 2022. But I couldn't stay away from teaching - so I started tutoring here! I have now returned to the classroom as an elementary special education teacher but I have continued tutoring in my spare time...

...the subject that I tutor and have taken quite a few standardized exams. This has allowed me not only to master the information, but also to experience a variety of teaching styles. I know first hand how important it is to tailor teaching towards an individual and always work to make the most of my time spent with those I tutor. In my spare time I enjoy playing and listening to music, singing karaoke, playing...

...I have attained my Associate of Arts from Johnson County Community College. My favorite subject to tutor is math because it is a language that we use to interpret what happens around us. That is why it becomes really important to excel in math skills as its applications are endless. I enjoy the process of helping students because understanding math is not only about understanding math. It is also about applying that math in real...

...turkey nest survival. The field of Biology is thrilling to me, from cell replication to plant and animal physiology and especially ecosystem-level processes. Through my experiences in Biology and Environmental Science, however, I have learned to appreciate and thoroughly enjoy math as well. The majority of my tutoring experience has been in Math, particularly Algebra 1; however, my favorite subjects are Biology and Environmental Science! Because of my love for nature and the out of...