Award-Winning SSAT Tutors in Olathe, KS

...fields, such as literature, philosophy, and foreign languages. One of the reasons I like tutoring is because it allows me to use what I have learned in such fields to help others gain confidence in and become excited about a subject. I especially love to tutor in French, which I studied at the Université du Havre and minored in during college. I believe that curiosity is the most important ingredient in learning. As a tutor,...

...and Resource Center at UMKC, I have gained many skills that allow me to be confident that my students have effectively mastered what they are learning in the classroom and 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...

...was so effective and why many students struggle in other areas as well - they misuse their working memory! Our brains work by combining small bits of information at a time and the process can easily be derailed by anxiety, missing previous information, poor study habits, or a psychological condition. I've worked with students with each of these problems (and more) and seen the vast majority improve their performance, which gives them confidence, which improves...

...and lab) settings and working with students individually on homework problems or test preparation. For the past few years, I have also tutored students independently, primarily focusing on Algebra/Algebra 2, Physics, and Chemistry. Students have often said that I am a very clear, patient, and thorough tutor. I believe it's important to let students do as much of the work independently as possible so that they stay involved in the learning process, and I also...

...the University of Missouri-Kansas City (two Wisconsin winters was enough for me!). I've tutored students from Elementary School all the way up through to undergraduates in algebra, geometry, reading, writing and French. My favorite to teach is reading, because it's a door to so many other cool things (like Sherlock Holmes stories!). I think all good tutoring experiences are built on a trusting, respectful relationship, so I really try to get to know my students....

...a classroom, and it was so exciting to see the students grow in their abilities. It was rewarding to see a student light up with pride when they finally grasped a concept. I knew that I wanted to continue making a difference in the lives of others, and decided to go into teaching. I completed my teacher training at the University of Kansas. After graduating, I became a third grade teacher and held that position...

...elementary education with a concentrated area of study in English. I have worked as an assistant teacher in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade classrooms, as well as in homeschool settings. I have also worked as a tutor for children ages 5-15 with learning disabilities: I taught phonemic awareness as a means to increase fluency and accuracy in reading and spelling. I have tutored a broad range of subjects, but have more in depth knowledge of...

...on majoring in Political Science and History. I grew up in a household with 3 younger brothers who I've spent many nights staying up late working on homework with them. I was also a volunteer for the A+ program here in Missouri where I spent time tutoring students at local elementary schools on various subjects. As a student who struggled with motivation in school through much of my early childhood, I can relate to many...

...to teaching for KCKPS, I spent 10 years as a teacher assistant (paraprofessional) in the Park Hill School District. I earned a Graduate Certificate in Special Education from Walden University in 2016, an M.S.Ed. in Reading from Northwest Missouri State University in 2014, and a B.S. in Secondary Education – Social Science in 1999. I enjoy working with students of all ages, and I am comfortable with both in-person and online tutoring.

...my high school career, I was involved in multiple opportunities that allowed for me to foster my skills as I was part of the Drama club, School Leadership committee, Music Scholars as well as an graduate of the Inroads Business Program. It seemed only logical that I pursue a career in education, as my background was so eclectic. When I began my undergraduate career, I had the opportunity to be exposed to the full range...