Award-Winning Tutors serving Kirkwood, MO

...100% on the assignment. This student grasped the wisdom given and applied it. My motto is we do not only study biology, but we touch it or investigate it. Thus, in my class the students will perform different experiments and there will be hands-on activities. For instance, my students will perform a DNA extraction experiment. I believe this experiment will bring the topic to life and grasp their interest. To integrate reading and writing with...

...big part of my life and I played all through college. As one of the few science majors on the team I frequently spent time helping my teammates with general chemistry, math (algebra and calculus), and organic chemistry. I currently work as a research technician for a small biotec company doing cloning, enzyme work, instrument building, and field work. In my free time I still play rugby and also enjoy spending time with my dogs and...

I am a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a Research Emphasis Honors. My passions are involved within realms of learning and science, especially topics in biology and chemistry. My currents goals involve going into science teaching and affecting change in how STEM fields are taught. I tutor ACT English and Math as well as high school Biology , high school Chemistry, and AP...

...experience teaching K-8th grade at after-school programs, community centers, performing arts centers and schools in subject areas of performing arts and Spanish. Previous teaching and instruction experiences include Kumon Learning Center, Boys and Girls Club, KIPP, Eagle College Preparatory Schools, Jewish Community Center, Center of Creative Arts, St. Louis County Library and more! My academic background includes a bachelor's degree in communications with Graduate studies in Marketing. I enjoy motivating students, providing a source of...

...learners, I have a great deal of experience helping students of all ages and academic levels achieve their goals. One thing I find to be essential for student success is feeling comfortable enough to make mistakes. It's a completely normal part of the learning process and provides an opportunity to learn in an applied context. I plan on using tutoring sessions to build upon your student's skill set and work consistently towards their goal.

...I am an experienced and effective tutor with special interests in Spanish and French, the arts, cultures, math, science, English composition, and reading. I believe that my passion and genuine interest in to learn and to understand contribute to my interests in teaching and tutoring. When helping students, I break concepts down into their fundamental components, teach and tutor with patience and creativity, and provide students with and direct them to useful and effective study...

...no choice but to stay current on the changing techniques of problem solving because I have three elementary school aged children that I care for at home. My goal is to increase test scores, as well as in and out of the classroom grade performance. I have several simple strategies that I use to increase memory and retain what has been learned. I also believe that if learning is fun it will not be easily...

...communication deals with a person's relationship to their audience whether an audience of one or 100, written/verbal/online, social or academic or business. Together we will work to help you address speaking with any size group, as well as improving interpersonal communications using tips and tools and carefully designed approaches, to meet your expectations. You will find stress reduced, comfort with your speaking tasks and satisfaction in your performance. Your learning will be tailored to meet...

...but I unfortunately lost my fluency in Spanish. It is something I one day hope to recover. I love everything about learning new things. I often think back to before I went to business school and can't imagine not knowing what I know now. It is corny, but knowledge really is power. For this reason I have fallen in love with teaching. It is the absolute most rewarding moment when a student learns something new....

I'm a junior at UC San Diego studying bioinformatics with a minor in psychology. I tutor many different subjects but I'm keen on teaching mathematics to middle school and high school students. I encourage questions and welcome the struggle of learning, so if you feel lost and in the dark with your subject, I'm the tutor for you!

...in my academic abilities because of this diagnosis, and so I hope to help other students realize that ADHD has nothing to do with intelligence. If anything, it gives us an edge! I believe any student can master any subject as long as they have the right instructor. My favorite subjects are math, science, psychology, and Spanish. I love good puns, swimming, cooking, and being outdoors. I can't wait to share my love of learning...

...rising Senior at Saint Louis University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology Major and a Bachelor of Arts in History Major. As a nine-year-old child of immigrant parents, I had to take up "grown-up" responsibilities and tasks, which included interpreting and filling out papers, as well as having to teach my parents English. I detested doing such tasks and teaching them. But over time I found a passion for teaching, specifically teaching a language....

...They help us develop our thoughts and expand our knowledge of the world around us. Every student is unique in their learning styles and interests. My goal is to give students confidence in their respective subjects and have them play an active role in their learning. I will give my students the tools they need to succeed. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, hiking, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. I like...

...I am new to the St. Louis area from Kansas City. I am rejoining Varsity Tutors with ten years of classroom teaching experience and two years as a tutor in different educational settings. I have my Bachelors degree in Elementary/Deaf Education, my Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and my Educational Specialist in Teacher Leadership. I love horseback riding, reading, evenings at the theatre with friends, or window shopping with my husband at the local...

...want everyone to have the amazing experience I have when I discover a great novel. Understanding and analyzing a book doesn't ruin the story--it only makes you love it more. I look forward to helping students through the anxiety-inducing process of applying for college and receiving a good GPA. I've been there. I've been anxious. I want to make the process as easy for others as possible! I specialize in all things reading and writing...

...Westminster College in MO in 2016 with a degree in mathematics and physics. Over the years I have tutored everything from pre-algebra to calculus 3 as well as college physics and chemistry. I enjoy tutoring trigonometry the most. I have tutored a wide range of age groups and individuals with diverse backgrounds and learning styles. My teaching philosophy is that each student needs a little bit different technique in order to be most effective so...

...teacher and I taught kindergarten for 3 years. I am certified to teach up to 3rd grade. Previously I worked as a head start teacher working with 3-5 year olds. I really enjoy spelling, reading and writing, but I am experienced with math as well. My teaching philosophy is that all children are individuals and they learn at their own pace and their own way. I'm looking forward to working with my new clients.

...Assistant, I've come full circle - teaching College Algebra to undergraduates. My diverse teaching background, spanning from high school classrooms to university lecture halls, has given me unique insight into the mathematics learning continuum. What excites me most is the moment when a student's perspective shifts from "I have to memorize this" to "I understand why this works." In my current role, I emphasize: - **Conceptual bridges**: Connecting new material to students' existing knowledge -...

...years in education and served in both private and public schools. I am a passionate math person who loves to deal with 'math anxiety'. I am confident to teach math at any level, and my goal is to have my students reach their maximum capacity. I love tutoring since it provides an opportunity for individualized instruction. I can diagnose my students' strength and weaknesses in one session, and prepare my lessons accordingly. I taught Prealgebra,...

My goal is to identify the individual needs of each student and find study habits that suit them best. While short-term improvements are the priority, the long-term goal is finding the optimal study habits that set you up to be a lifelong learner. Graduated with a B.A. in Biology from Transylvania University in 2017. Graduated magna cum laude from the University of Missouri - St. Louis, with an M.S. in Biochemistry and Biotechnology in 2019....