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Amanda: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
Hello! I am a dog loving lawyer in the KC area. I love tutoring as a part time job and have been doing it for years through various companies. I tutor a variety of subjects, and enjoy tailoring my approach to the specific needs of my clients.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Washinton University in St Louis School of Law - Doctor of Laws, Law Enforcement Administration

Natalie: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...Therapy. I have previously completed a Psychology minor and will complete the Bachelor of Occupations Studies degree in May 2015. During my education, I have been involved across my campus in coordinating Alternative Spring Breaks and New Student Orientation. In the past, I worked for the University of Kansas Athletics tutoring student athletes and have also tutored several college students in various writing and literature courses for the past year. I am most passionate about...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Occupational Studies
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35

Christina: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...I am a true English nerd - I love Shakespeare and poetry and writing stories. I see it as a personal challenge to share my love of all things English Language Arts with my students because I know so many students find that topic boring or difficult. I am a firm believer in meeting students where they are and helping them grow and learn in the best way possible for them. Everyone learns differently and...
Education & Certification
Emporia State University - Masters in Education, Special Education

Abbey: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
I am a PhD student in English eager to work with some fantastic students! With over ten years of experience in Education as an academic tutor, teacher, and graduate student, I love helping students reach their full potential.
Education & Certification
Southern Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Rochester - Doctor of Philosophy, English

Natasha: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...of the University of Kansas. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and 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 interested in History. That said, I...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics, Germanic Languages and Literature

Hythem: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...I hold dearest. Rather than tutor for the sake of hours, I hope to spend my time and the time of my clients effectively. I aim to not only improve test scores, but to set students up so they may efficiently study without a tutor. I hope to not only have an impact on students during the few hours I see them, but to improve their study habits for a lifetime's impact.
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 34

Cathryn: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...is my personal mission to enable students by giving them the necessary tools to find success. l believe every student deserves the chance to succeed in achieving and surpassing their goals. I want to empower my students to approach new or challenging subjects with confidence. Most important of allI, I want to make a positive difference in their lives, helping them become better citizens and members of society as they improve academically.... Never give up! There...
Education & Certification
College of the Ozarks - Bachelors, Elementary Studies
Northwest University - Masters, English Language Learner Spercialist

Krista: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...the Science of Reading. As a Reading Specialist, I have extensive experience teaching students in literacy lessons tailored to their learning needs. I believe learning to read should be fun and engaging. With 32 years of teaching experience, my in-depth experience and knowledge of phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension instruction will make the difference for your reading and writing needs. I love to build on strengths and use highly engaging texts, activities, and...
Education & Certification
Iowa State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
University of Kansas - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Doctor of Education, Educational Administration
Emporia State University - Certificate, Reading Teacher Education

Corey: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
Hi! My name is Corey. I am a high school ELA teacher in Texas. I have a bachelors in English Language and Literature and a Masters in English. I am passionate about English and literature! I am especially proficient in academic writing, analyzing texts, literary theory, and essay writing. Soon I will be enrolling in my Doctoral degree for Literature!
Education & Certification
Southern New Hampshire University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Southern New Hampshire University - Master of Arts, English

Tejal: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...at UMKC as part of the 6 year B.A./M.D. program. As part of this program I am pursuing a liberal arts degree with a chemistry minor while also taking medical school courses. I have a passion for math and science, as that is what my background is mainly in and also love immersing myself in spanish culture and language. I'm a very organized and efficient individual and am great at time management so that students...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Current Undergrad, 6 Year Medical Program
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Madison: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...mentor at a local community centre, worked as a Reading Mentor for youth in foster care, and run the social media channels for my university's Humanities department. My tutoring style revolves around building a student's confidence in their abilities, regardless of the subject matter. I make every effort to build rapport with my students in order to better understand their strengths, weaknesses, and goals. I also wholeheartedly believe that every interaction is a chance for...
Education & Certification
Susquehanna University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Queens University Belfast - Master of Arts, Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies

Chris: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...of University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou) where I received my Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 2013. I worked for Procter and Gamble for about five years as a process engineer and project manager. Recently, I obtained my teaching certification which qualifies me to teach math at both the middle and high school levels. I have a strong passion for both math and science, particularly algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, general chemistry and organic chemistry.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
ACT Math: 32

Alison: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...process. An outstanding tutor is also very knowledgeable about the content being presented. It is important that tutors teach a lesson dynamically in order to cater to all students' diverse learning styles. An outstanding tutor is also a good listener. Students seek a tutor's guidance on a variety of issues and so it is important that the teacher demonstrates leadership skills while helping students be successful in working together. An outstanding tutor is a role...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelors, English

Brandon: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...moment is not concrete. So, I won't be available until it becomes concrete again. I've always enjoyed Chemistry and enjoy sifting confusion with it. I was a teaching assistant at the University of Iowa and a tutor for chemistry. While there I also receive the "excelling@iowa" award for being "the most helpful person in a student's successful transition from high school to college". I really don't want people to walk away from Chemistry with a...
Education & Certification
William Jewell College - Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry
University of Iowa - Master of Science, Chemistry

Henry: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
I love standardized tests. It might sound weird, but they're usually straightforward, you can sit with them for hours, and, most importantly, you CAN get better at them through practice. That's what I hope to help you do as you prepare for the LSAT, SAT, ACT or any other subject. I also have a blast editing essays, so make sure to use all of these services to their fullest potential!
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Economics
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Rebekah: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...of Greenville College where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. I am also a certified ESL instructor. Since graduation, I have taught English Literature at a bilingual school in Mexico and developed and run a reading program for inner-city children in Nashville, TN. I am passionate about language, whether English or Spanish, and I love finding creative ways to improve language skills and make learning fun. In my free time, I enjoy taking...
Education & Certification
Greenville College - Bachelors, Spanish, Social Work

Amanda: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...Specialist where I trained five Guatemalan teachers in their native language on how to perform our reading program. I have a Bachelor's in Spanish and a Master's in Romance Languages and Literature. I have a proficiency in French from three semesters taken during my graduate program. I use Spanish daily for my career as a Bilingual Home Visitor for KU Medical Center as well. I have dedicated my life to this study, and I would...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri- Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
University of Missouri- Kansas City - Master of Arts, Romance Languages and Literature

Sidney: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...rock climbing and nature. I work currently for a large international engineering consulting company and specialize in water engineering. I am a strong believer than learning occurs in a much different way than the traditional lecture method given in schools. Schools are teaching hard facts and not showing students how subjects can be applied to real life. Students miss out on many wonderful realizations in their daily lives because they don't understand how chemistry helped...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 34

Josue: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
Professional, responsible, positive-thinking and creative. Experience teaching IB/AP Spanish as well as English as a second language.
Education & Certification
Regional Center of Normal Education of Oaxaca State - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Master of Arts, Spanish and Iberian Studies

Eliza: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...bible. This experience gave me first hand experience in tailoring subjects to the learning styles of my students and also taught me how to bring subjects, often viewed as boring, to life for them. I really enjoy working with students on History and English, as well as Critical Reading and Writing test prep. I hope that my students come away from our sessions with both the factual foundation that will they need to succeed, and...
Education & Certification
Macalester College - Bachelor in Arts, History and Classical Civilizations
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 32
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Leawood is a city located in Johnson County, Kansas. It is part of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area and is less than 30 minutes from Kansas City, MO. There are 31,900 residents who live in Leawood, and because of its close proximity to Kansas City, many residents commute across state lines for work.
Residents living in Leawood are serviced by two school districts: Shawnee Mission and Blue Valley. There are also four private academies, including the Phoenix Montessori School, a college prep academy that gives students the skills needed to enter into college. To try to get an edge on the competition and potentially increase your chances of getting into the best schools, the Leawood, KS, tutors specialize in private test prep tutoring and instruction, both online and in-home. Most of Leawood's residents attend the award-winning Blue Valley High School. This institution has challenging curriculum that can prepare you for success outside of education. If you are interested in private test prep instruction, Leawood, KS, tutoring is a great solution. It is available either online or in-home, and is an excellent way to supplement your studies.
Before you enter a college around the area, you will need to complete the SAT or ACT. Online or in-person Leawood, KS, tutoring might help you stay on top of your test prep. There are a number of universities in nearby Overland Park, like Wright Career College, National American University - Overland Park, and the Cleveland Chiropractic College. If you are interested in attending an institution in Kansas City, MO, then you can check out Avila University or the University of Missouri Kansas City.
Leawood is a quiet suburb of Kansas City, so there isn't much to do in terms of entertainment. There are two shopping centers in the area: Park Place and Town Center Plaza. Both have unique shops and restaurants, and can be an enjoyable way to spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon.
If you're looking for more entertainment options, take a short trip to Kansas City, MO. There, you can walk through the art museum and sculpture gardens at Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, or you can spend the day at the aquarium at Crown Center. If professional sports interest you, then make sure you catch a Kansas City Chiefs' football game at Arrowhead Stadium, or watch the Kansas City Royals play at Kauffman Stadium. Kansas City also hosts various performances throughout the year at its Uptown Theater.
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