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Trish: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...my first half marathon! My approach to tutoring is recognizing that everyone has a different learning style. Experimenting with different approaches to learning, whether that be visual, auditory, or tactile- kinesthetic, enables the student to not only grasp the material, but also retain it. All it takes is exploring what works best for each individual.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri- St. Louis - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Grace: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...their academic goals without compromising other priorities. I also understand that no two students are exactly alike; I am very flexible in my approach to the learning process and I really enjoy working with diverse personalities and learning styles. I am a very positive and open person, and I hope to become a comfortable and...
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Johns Hopkins University - Current Undergrad, Writing Seminars
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Paul: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...parents pointed out that it would help reinforce my own knowledge. In preparation for the SATs, I attended a private test prep center where I learned specialized strategies for standardized tests. After receiving a perfect score of 800 on the math section of my SATs, I was invited to begin working at a private test...
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Florida Atlantic University - Bachelors, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 800

Zach: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...I never lost my love of math and logic though, and Creighton offered a mathematical logic minor that was perfect for my interests and learning style. This education, combined with my experience as a teacher in Creighton's "Philosophy for Children" program, has helped me to understand that teaching, one-on-one or in a classroom setting, is...
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Creighton University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Master in Public Health, Public Health
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35

Sanvy: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...in the process while teaching other people. I feel a great sense of accomplishment whenever I pass on valuable knowledge to another person! I can teach people how to improve their performance on the ACT, SAT, and GMAT standardized tests. In addition, I can teach algebra, geometry, and Chinese at all levels. My favorite subject...
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Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 32

Natalie: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...I served as instructional associate for a course in introductory grammar at Syracuse University's prestigious S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. It was one of the most rewarding experiences I had as a graduate student. I loved seeing my students make progress and begin enjoying a course that they had been struggling with.
Education & Certification
Indiana University - Bachelors, English Literature
Syracuse University - Masters, Arts Journalism
GRE Verbal: 162

Travis: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...friends in college with lower level math and all levels of geography. I graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Geography, and feel most comfortable tutoring in this subject. I also feel comfortable with ACT prep across all subjects although I do not use a specific strategy as they never worked for me....
Education & Certification
Western Kentucky University - Bachelors, Geography
ACT Math: 34

Samuel: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...past few years, I've had to write papers, crunch numbers, and study for everything from the ACT to the LSAT. Now, I've got a Masters degree and am on my way to law school. I have experience working with everyone from kids to grad students and want to help people find the learning style that...
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The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Washington University in St Louis - Master in Public Health, Public Health
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Harry: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...concepts beyond the what is required for a test or assessment; I want to show you how it shapes our world today. I can promise you my utmost passion and patience in helping you achieve your academic goals. My belief is that every student has the potential to learn, it just takes the right people...
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Duke University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Alyssa: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...subjects including chemistry, geometry, algebra, and English. I worked as a cadet teacher and a tutor during my high school years and was involved in local tutoring programs as well. I am going to be home during the summer months and I am available to tutor almost any time during the week. I can handle...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Truman State University - Masters, Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Helen: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...rewarding it is to encourage my students and to see them succeed. Here's a little about me: I am a Comparative Literature major with a minor in Jazz Studies at Washington University in St. Louis. When I am not reading, writing, or tutoring, I enjoy playing jazz piano, doing yoga, and baking.... I believe in encouraging and supporting my student through each step of their journey to discovery. I believe that good communication is crucial and...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Current Undergrad, Comparative Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33

Aleks: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...of high school. I am especially passionate about Math and Physics (which is why I want to be an engineer), and I love being able to help people understand the difficult concepts and methods that students of these subjects sometimes struggle with. I understand that Math can be frustrating and difficult to understand, and I...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Systems Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 36

Francis: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...basic sciences and can provide a solid foundation in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. I believe strongly in a holistic approach to teaching because in my experience students are far more willing to learn when seemingly arcane subjects can be tied into their day to day life and their relevance concretely demonstrated. I delight in finding...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry, Anthropology

Christopher: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...ignited my imagination. In time, my interests turned from the fantastical to that which is truly fantastic: stories of human loss and achievement rooted in fact, not folklore, that could surprise and inspire in ways no fiction ever could. Now I seek to promote that same passion in others, to bring to others an approach...
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Truman State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Truman State University - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education: Social Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Smrithi: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...and build reading, writing, and math skills. Furthermore, during summer of 2013, I served as a volunteer teacher at a school for children with learning disabilities in Chennai for two weeks. I created fun activities focused on improving basic math and reading skills, collaborated with other instructors, motivated students, and led one on one classes...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Mike: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...insight they I found. Since then, I have taught middle school, high school, community college and university in several sciences and levels of mathematics. I have noticed as both an educator and student that the best teachers are the ones who not only enjoy the material they teach but actively participate in application. My research...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri, Rolla - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
University of Missouri, Saint Louis - Master of Arts, Mathematics
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 32

Dorotea: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...and Composition. I am most passionate about Spanish and English Literature. As a teacher, I understand that students learn in distinct ways. I use a variety of materials and cater my lesson plans toward the individual needs of every student. My passion is traveling, learning languages, and exploring different cultural traditions. During my free time,...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English/Spanish
Washington University in St Louis - PHD, Spanish and Comparative Literature
ACT Reading: 31

Natalia: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...tutoring. I am a strong believer that any student is capable of learning anything. With motivation, resources, and help where needed, no academic subject is ever entirely out of reach. My goal as a tutor is to not only help students understand concepts or perform well on exams, but also develop skills that will help...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Current Undergrad, Business, Physics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34

Christopher: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...found these opportunities both through the organic chemistry department as a weekly tutor, and through the athletic department. Specifically with my Division I cross-country team, I noticed that membership in our program did not require a community service component. I believe it is important to serve other people as an organization, so I helped to...
Education & Certification
Colgate University - Bachelors, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 36

Alison: Festus tutor
Certified Tutor in Festus, MO
...teaching experience as a camp counselor at a nature preserve, as a tutor while in college, and as a teaching assistant of a higher level geology course. I enjoy tutoring and allowing students to reach conclusions through guided critical thinking and problem solving. I tutor students in math, science, reading, as well as test prep...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Environmental Earth Sciences
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
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Located in Jefferson County, Festus is a city in Missouri that makes up the second of the "Twin Cities." The first to settle the area was Charley Conners in 1803. From there, the community established itself around 1879 and was nicknamed Tanglefoot due to the saloons. The name Festus was chosen later, when the community wanted to incorporate. There are two theories as to how this name was selected, though both generally agree the name is based on the Bible.
The community is served by two districts, the Festus R-VI School District and the Jefferson R-VII School District. There are also two private schools. Festus Senior High School has a 93 percent graduation rate with a majority of students passing their Advanced Placement (AP) exams. With Festus, Missouri, tutoring in-home or online, you could potentially increase your odds of getting into these top schools, especially through private instruction for test prep. Want to feel more confident about your educational possibilities? With private tutoring in Festus, you can receive the kind of test prep and instruction you need, whether it's in-home or online. The top school in the state is Washington University in Saint Louis. It is ranked #1 by Best Colleges in 2016. If you want to get into these prestigious schools, online tutoring in Festus is one way to potentially get caught up in your classes or test prep.
The city enjoys a number of options for recreational fun and education. Each summer, there is the County Summer Concert, which is a festival held in the West City Park. It is hosted every year by the Friends of Festus Park and is a free event with photo booths, beer vendors, food vendors, crafts, and more. The Firecracker Extravaganza is a two-day event organized by the Twin City Girls Softball League. There are nightly fireworks, carnival rides, a classic car ride, fishing contests, crafts booths, and more. The Main Street Cruise is themed for 1969, where you can enjoy cruising in all types of vehicles. It is followed up with chats, food, and drinks. Festus Blues and Funk Fest is held each August. There is live music, bubble buses, dancing, activities, and fun.
There are many parks throughout the city. Jokerst Memorial Park is heavily wooded. You can play Pickleball, a racquet sport that is like table tennis, tennis, and badminton. There is also a playground, several pavilions, and a basketball court. The West City Park Sports Complex allows you an rea to play baseball and softball on regulation size, lit fields.
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