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Alexander: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...Physical Therapy working in completing my doctorate degree. I previously obtained my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology through Michigan State University. Through my education and work experience, I have a gained a vast understanding of anatomy/physiology and basic sciences. Beyond my general knowledge, I have developed a variety of learning techniques and study skills. I find enjoyment in passing on these skills and knowledge, and I am very motivated to do so.
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - Current Grad Student, Physical Therapy
Lori: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...taught a wide variety of physical therapy topics and a majority of our graduating classes had a 100% first time pass rate on their board exam. As a tutor, I provide students with a detailed schedule and materials to study each week to keep them on track, followed by weekly quizzes to hold them accountable. I also enjoy helping people of all ages expand their career choices by improving their confidence and skills in math.
Education & Certification
Iowa State University - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Rockhurst University - Master of Science, Physical Therapy
Casey: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...Casey! I've virtually tutored on and off for over 3 years and especially love the areas of English/essay writing and reading comprehension. As an avid reader myself, I love helping others be able to connect and understand the words on a page, and in congruence with that, I always love writing as well. I was probably one of the only people in my class who preferred essay answers instead of ones that had answers in...
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University of Missouri - Bachelor's, Business Administration
Kayla: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
Kayla is a professional writer & educator. She feels extraordinarily lucky to be a part of this world. With over 15 years of experience in academia, Kayla began her journey in philosophy, specializing in ethics & existentialism. She holds degrees in philosophy & classics. She is also an accredited teacher of English as a foreign language.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri - Kansas City - Bachelor, Philosophy
ICEP TEFL Puerto Vallarta - Associate, English as a Foreign Language – ICEP TEFL
Angela: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...I have been living in USA for 3 years. I am currently working as SPED teacher and ELL interventionist in a school. I work with kids from K to 8th grade. I graduated as Elementary teacher with endorsement in Special Education in Universidad Autonoma de Madrid in 2019. Right now, I am studying a Master's as Spanish teacher as a second language. I don't like to teach my students in one only method/style. Teachers should...
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Alisa: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
I am a junior at the University of Kansas studying Mathematics. I will be tutoring math up to Calculus I (or AP Calculus AB); I will also be tutoring the entirety of the ACT.
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Math: 34
Sammy: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...as well. I also love football; I'd mention my favorite team, but why become enemies right off the bat? Video games have also been a big part of my life and I still play whenever I get the chance. Regardless of how you feel about math or about your own abilities in the subject, I'm sure that we can work together to make learning math not just simple, but enjoyable. It doesn't take a genius to...
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University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Misgana: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...is a language that we use to interpret what happens around us. That is why it becomes really important to excel in math skills as its applications are endless. I enjoy the process of helping students because understanding math is not only about understanding math. It is also about applying that math in real life. My approach to helping you get there is first to make sure that you understand the concept behind the subject...
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University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Jami: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...me even if I do not have hours set, I may be able to rearrange my schedule to help! I am Jami Wierson and I will be tutoring subjects related to biology, nursing, and pharmaceutical research I thoroughly enjoy medical topics and science subjects. I will teach/tutor in a manner that is individualized to the best ways a particular person learns. I prefer to take an individualized approach as opposed to being set in...
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Rockhurst University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Maryville University of Saint Louis - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Dwayne: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...from Georgia Tech and I am currently pursuing an M.D. at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. I have experience with STEM subjects like calculus, chemistry, and biology. In addition to my experience as an engineering graduate and medical school student, my experience as a former collegiate athlete helped me find effective ways to study for even the most challenging courses. I have tutored for 4+ years and enjoy helping students achieve their personal...
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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Libia: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...a native speaker from Colombia, South America. I worked there for 17 years as a Spanish teacher in Elementary and high school. I also had the opportunity to teach Educational theories of Pedagogy in college. I was the head of the Languages Department in a university. During that time, I went to the university of New York at New Paltz to take some classes and improve my English skills. When I went back to my...
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Baker University - Master's/Graduate, Education
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Brittany: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...a licensed teacher in America and the U.K for elementary grades K-6. I have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and I am close to obtaining my Master's in Children's Literature and Literacies from the University of Glasgow. I am a passionate teacher who has 3 years of professional teaching experience, but before I was licensed I was required to do 200 hours of practicum in elementary schools in urban, suburban and rural communities and...
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Baker University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
University of Glasgow - Masters in Education, Children's and Adolescent Literature
Meg: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...average". I went to Kansas State University for my undergraduate degree and to University of Central Missouri for my graduate degree in Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction. I have tutored at Metropolitan Community College, and also taught some math classes. Right now I am tutoring Middle School, 9th and 10th grade, and hope to soon add Pre-Calculus and Algebra II to my repertoire. I am a visual learner, but am also both brained: technical and creative....
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Central Missouri - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Marcus: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...recently graduated from the University of Kansas with my bachelors in Physics. For the past 3 years, I have worked as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for several different introductory Physics classes covering mechanics, electro-magnetism, and thermodynamics. I have also been working on getting my high school teaching certificate. In this pursuit, I have taken many education classes and student taught elementary, middle school and high school students. I am a life long student of Physics...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Meg: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...of social studies, as well as in math and writing. My philosophy in working with students is to meet them where they're at and use a variety of techniques and strategies to help them grow and accomplish their goals. I firmly believe that students are capable of accomplishing more than they ever thought possible- and I LOVE unlocking that potential in each student that I work with. I am passionate about helping people grow and...
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelor of Science, Social Science Teacher Education
University of Illinois at Springfield - Master of Arts, Political Science and Government
Atrik: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...currently a first-year student at Northwestern University studying Neuroscience and Global Health. I have experience tutoring K-12 students in mathematics, ranging from teaching elementary school students how to add and subtract to helping high school students understand Calculus. I had the opportunity to work as a paid math tutor for over a year and tutored kids in math voluntarily throughout high school. Apart from mathematics, I have a deep passion for reading and writing. I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Amanda: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
I am interested in tutoring with Varsity Tutors because I value education, and enjoy helping other students learn. I specialize in anthropology, both biological and cultural, as well as human anatomy and French.
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Louisiana State University and Agricultural Mechanical College - Master of Arts, Anthropology
Jonathan: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...and I know the strategies of how to pace yourself through the test. My teaching style consists of asking you a lot of questions so that I know your thought process. After listening to how you're processing the information, I can point out the words that you may have missed on the first round of reading. As for my personal background, I have obtained a BA from Cornell University in China and Asia Pacific Studies...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Isha: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...a college graduate from Rockhurst University. I graduated with a BA in French/Education and I have an ESL certification. I have worked with kids in tutoring and mentoring since I was about 16 years old. I know how frustrating it can be to not understand something while it is being taught in the classroom. As a result, I can connect with most of students pretty well. I let them know right off the bat that...
Education & Certification
Rockhurst University - Bachelors, French and Education
Semra: Leawood tutor
Certified Tutor in Leawood, KS
...tri-lingual lover of adventure and travel. Having grown up speaking several languages, I am excited to share my knowledge of culture and language with students that are eager to learn. The past few years of my life have been spent studying, traveling, and exploring interests; currently I'm working as an apprentice on an organic vegetable farm just north of Kansas City, MO. I have had several teaching/tutoring positions, with a wide variety of ages. During...
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Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, International Business Admin
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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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