Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Independence, MO

...my junior year of college, I studied abroad at Oxford University where I focused on Medieval British history. While in College, I taught a group of 9th grade students at a local synagogue. My class focused on the role of women in some of the most pivotal stories in the bible. This experience gave me...

...students. I have extensive volunteer experience; I taught an ESL class for adults while living in New Orleans; at the end of the term, 100% of my regularly attending students elected to sign up for more classes. I am a recently returned Peace Corps Volunteer; I spent over a year working in a small school...

...tutoring during high school, as it was a requirement for being a part of my school's Math Honor Society. I enjoyed it far more than I expected and wanted to do more of it. While I can tutor on a variety of STEM topics, I enjoy tutoring with Math related subjects the most. I can...

...and my JD from Washburn University School of Law. My favorite moment came when I received a scholarship to complete a semester at Oxford University where I studied the philosophy of law and modern British history. I believe education is more than simply learning enough material to pass. Instead, I use my enthusiasm and knowledge...

...to leverage my abilities and resources to 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...

...Enthusiasts. A teacher must also be a student. As a former practicing plastic and reconstructive surgeon I have gained a practical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, patient care and the art of dealing with patients and their families. I taught surgery residents and nurses about operative techniques and patient care. This background nicely translates into my...

...of society. I have taken advantage of any opportunity to have contact with students of diverse cultural backgrounds. By listening and being introduced to different cultural groups, I have been able to interact with and acquire and understanding of different culture from both the ideal and actual aspects of that culture. Education and learning are...

...in Elementary Education with a minor in music. I moved to Lenexa, Kansas i, and began teaching elementary school in the urban area of Kansas City, Kansas. A small-town girl was learning the ropes quickly. I graduated from the University of Kansas with a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I went on to teach...

...and am a certified teacher in the State of Missouri. I have experience working with students from preschool through high school, and I have worked with adults as well. I have taught all over the world, in Kansas City, Mexico, and South Korea. I have experience teaching virtually as well. I believe that learning should...

...one academic approach. I have found that flexibility in teaching is key and that kids and young adults need that flexibility if they are to do their best. I'm an individual who is excited about academics and I hope to pass that excitement onto my students. My hobbies include golf (taught it for a period) and...

...Elementary Education, Master's of Arts in Teaching - Curriculum and Instruction and an Education Specialist degree in Adminstration/Superintendency. I taught a variety of subjects grades K-8, but the majority of my teaching career was in the area of middle school math. I have been a middle school assistant principal for 16 years and still currently...

An energetic, ambitious, responsible and intelligent individual who has developed a mature and responsible approach to any tasks undertaken. Experienced, creative, adaptable and bright individual with an excellent motivation towards learning and helping others. ... I have two teaching philosophies as a tutor: to get students to think about science (and other classes) as a process, and to individualize their learning experiences.

...is one of my great passions! I graduated from Webster University and Louisiana Tech University. I received my Master of Arts in Management and Leadership, with an emphasis in Human Resources Management and my Bachelor of Arts in General Studies with a minor in Psychology. I am a certified Holistic Nutritionist and Vegan Nutritionist, and...

...social studies teacher for 10 years with a bachelor's degree in secondary education from Benedictine College and master's degree from the University of Kansas. I enjoy helping students learn from history and those who changed the world. It is important for the content to be relatable as well as help students to be well informed...

...of the University of Phoenix with a Masters in Education/Adult Education and Training. During my undergrad work, I travelled to Europe were I expanded my practical application of Spanish and Portuguese. Since returning to the United States, I have worked in several venues providing linguistic translation services and assisting in ESL assignments. While I tutor...

...sure my students succeed and have hope for the future. I want to make sure my students can experience the joy of knowing they won't need a tutor for life. So, who am I? I grew up homeschooled and in a large family, so tutoring my siblings became part of the school day. I am...

...Learning Center at KU where I was promoted to head biology tutor. For this, I would create lesson plans to lead small group tutoring sessions for a Biology course and customize tutoring and instructional approaches to meet the needs of each student. Through this, I have developed skills in training a variety of learning preferences...

...in Math. My ultimate goal is to become a professional astronomer and educator, and I plan to start a Ph.D. program in the fall, most likely at KU. During my time at UMKC, I was a Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader for introductory calculus-based physics. SI is, in essence, collaborative group tutoring, and my teaching style...

...in Germanic Languages and Literature. I absolutely love to travel and experience different cultures! After graduating from KU in 2013, I spent a year in Northeastern Germany working as an au pair. I am most passionate about and have the most experience with German and English as a Second Language, however I am also very...

...and polycystic kidney disease running in the family. My best subjects are Biology, Chemistry (biochemistry), and Calculus. I enjoy music as a means of relaxing and have classical training from my musician parents. I also enjoy calligraphy in my spare time as well as video games. Ich spreche Deutsche zu. (I speak German too).