Award-Winning Tutors serving Belleville, IL

...the MCAT, an exam very centered around reading portions of research articles and understanding figures. Although I have not tutored for the MCAT before joining the Varsity Tutors platform, I have served as a Teaching Assistant for a large introductory biology and genetics course at WUSTL, and have experience teaching science at a higher level.

...an idea before discussing it further. I am goal-oriented and am focused on what you can do at the end of a class or a tutoring session. As an individual, I do not like busy work and would rather be engaged in something meaningful and I do the same while helping students. While English and...

I can distinctly remember that from my time as a 9-year-old in 3rd grade, I wanted to be an educator. The classroom was magical to me - learning about literature, language, the world, and the universe was exhilarating. I found comfort and satisfaction from understanding a concept, demonstrating my skills, and expressing my ideas through...

...only the first hurdle. Students must be able to apply their knowledge to solve new and complex problems if the goal is to succeed on major course assessments such as quizzes and exams. I am qualified to tutor in the biological sciences with my favorite subtopic being cellular biology. As a tutor, my philosophy is...

Through smart study and hard work, I raised my LSAT score significantly and earned a near full-ride from a law school that rejected me previously. Having seen firsthand the importance of a good plan and knowledgable feedback, I want to use my skills and experience to help others improve on the LSAT and achieve their...

Hi! I'm Tess, a Senior at Washington University in St. Louis. I love reading, cooking, listening to news podcasts, and learning new things. At school, I just finished my term as Student Body Vice President. I'm also involved in Greek life as a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. I'm currently an intern in D.C for...

...How I teach is a process that requires constant cultivation and adaption to ensure that the uniqueness of each pupil is best catered for within the wider class. My pedagogical approach is to proactively challenge students to engage in inquiry-based projects that require critical thinking, as opposed to (but not exclusive of) strict course content...

...of my students can see the true value of what they're learning in school. This was something I once struggled to understand, but now I can see the value of problem-solving and critical thinking skills that come with adolescent education. Mastery and fluency with these aforementioned skills are imperative for success in any field of...

...little ones, former middle school teacher, sports fan (go Cards!), and lover of healthy, natural living. Math gets me pumped up, and I love guiding others in coming to grasp the concepts of various math topics. I look forward to tutoring students of all ages and especially those who may think math is not for...

...and started pursuing my teaching degree. While pursing my degree, I worked as a teaching assistant in a variety of special education classrooms. I recently graduated from Fontbonne University with my teaching degree in Special Education. I am excited to expand my teaching knowledge to tutoring and helping more students reach their potential.

...the teaching competencies to share it with students on a wide scale. The intense program gave me hundreds of hours of experience in the classroom, including many hours of hands on teaching and prep work, access to veteran instructors of all disciplines, and finally culminated in a six-month teaching internship at Lee's Summit West High...

...contexts gives students a concrete way to understand the lessons. I encourage students to analyze why the information is important and to apply their new knowledge in other situations. Teaching someone to use knowledge, rather than just to regurgitate it, is the hallmark of true learning. It's like teaching a man to fish.

...I got my BA in Biological Sciences from the University of Missouri Columbia. While I was in school, I worked as an undergraduate researcher in neuroscience and paleontology labs. As an undergraduate, I started tutoring friends and family in freshman and high school level chemistry. I liked going back and helping others get through tough...

...volunteered as an ESL instructor at a public library for nine years. Though a non-native English speaker, I have been praised by learners from diverse backgrounds and by native-speaking colleagues. I am an extremely patient tutor who values students' time and prepares in advance when material is shared. My approach emphasizes adapting to each student's...

I began tutoring in high school. I tutored children of all ages, but have also tutored peers as well. All through out high school I have been lucky to experience great teachers who have instilled in me a passion for the pursuit of knowledge and for helping others along the way! I have just wrapped...

...Husband who Just graduated with an Associate of Science degree being the most recent. I am a firm believer of paying attention to the students' learning style so that you can adjust your tutoring style to fit them and I look forward to learning about the style of learning of every student I would be...

...levels. I also taught one year part-time vocal music in Germany at an international school in Bavaria. My favorite part of teaching is seeing students' faces light up when they understand a new concept or find success in something in which they once struggled. It is a joy to teach! My favorite aspect of music...

...help you out with English and literature classes, as well as ACT writing prep! My goal as a tutor is to help you achieve your goals and develop a wider understanding of English Language Arts. I believe that this is best done by getting to know you as a person and a student and allowing...

...to everyday life. My tutoring philosophy involves breaking down ideas into manageable parts and then piecing them back together to build a clearer picture of the subject. Some of my interests outside of education include exercise, concerts and reading. I am excited to be a member of the Varsity Tutors team and hope to work...

Learning begins with an open mind and a willingness to make mistakes. I love teaching and seeing the growth in a student makes teaching the best job on Earth!