Award-Winning Tutors serving Lenexa, KS

...Gorham. I have been an educator for the past 5 years in the elementary setting. I am also a provisionally certified reading specialist. I obtained my B.S. in Elementary Education from Park University and have nearly finished my B.A. in U.S. History. This December I will complete my M.A. in Language and Literacy. Education is my passion and I love to watch students grow, learn, and reach their goals. As a Varsity Tutor it is...

My dream job is to have my own research lab for idiopathic disease. This is due to scoliosis and polycystic kidney disease running in the family. My best subjects are Biology, Chemistry (biochemistry), and Calculus. I enjoy music as a means of relaxing and have classical training from my musician parents. I also enjoy calligraphy in my spare time as well as video games. Ich spreche Deutsche zu. (I speak German too).

...worked for 35 years as a clinician, in many different settings and with a variety of problem areas. Along with my clinical work, I have done a significant amount of teaching, at both undergraduate and graduate levels, at a variety of academic settings. Approximately 25-30 years of that experience has been part-time, and one year was full-time. I love teaching and helping people learn and discover things. Psychology is a fascinating and far-ranging subject with...

...Chemistry from Brigham Young University. Since then, I've been working as a chemist, teacher, and tutor. I'm currently working on a Masters Degree in Teaching. My favorite thing about teaching is helping students learn how awesome science is. Everything we interact with everyday is made possible because of it. I fully believe that anyone can become great at math or science. I am also an accomplished amatuer musician. I play piano and low brass instruments....

...am fascinated by exploring different textures on the clay. I throw planters on the pottery wheel and build from slabs. I have a studio that I work from in my home. I like taking hikes on nature trails and doing yoga in my spare time. I also love hanging out with my sons and pets! I enjoy creating meaningful, creative experiences for my students in which they can make discoveries. This allows each student to...

...biology, both general and organic chemestry, psychology and sociology. In 2020, I graduated from the University of Kansas Medical Center with a Masters of Public Health in Epidemiology. I was missing teaching, so I took on a side job of part-time teaching STEM lessons to pre-school and elementary students. I aim to be a lifelong student myself because education and expanding knowledge are important to me. I currently work as an epidemiologist and have a...

...a life long student of Physics and other Physical Sciences. I have plans to become either a high school teacher or professor of physics because teaching is one of the best ways to learn. I subscribe to the constructionist theory of learning. I believe that all students can learn any subject with the right simultaneous. My teaching methods center around inquire base instruction and problem solving. Inquire about my online teaching profile to see examples...

...a Summer School teacher and after school group tutor. I tutor all concepts and skills in both math and reading. I also enjoy tutoring organizational, social, and behavior skills. My favorite subject to tutor is reading. I enjoy tutoring reading because my students that struggle in reading believe they will never be successful readers, therefore many do not enjoy school. I like to show these students that with some motivation and extra support they are...

...and fifth grades, as well as middle school American history and middle school math. I have spent time tutoring pre-service teachers to take their licensure exams. I have also been trained in various capacities, such as social, emotional learning, English language, learning, and training for professional development within the school district. I have obtained my bachelors and masters of arts in education and am currently a licensed teacher in the state of Kansas.

...the first time, maintain or improve their skills, or are preparing for a practical exam such as a language proficiency test. For students who are currently enrolled in Spanish courses and want extra help, I can tailor my instruction to best supplement what their teacher is already doing in class - and provide them with leads on other resources or methods to help them succeed. I'm high-energy, passionate, and truly care about my students. I...

...Comparative Government, American Literature As a comparative literature major, tutoring literature is my favorite. My tutoring style is to let the student set the agenda and pace. I want to maximize your time and to strive to have my students learn the material for themselves and to use me as a resource for their own learning and understanding. When I am not teaching and tutoring, I enjoy reading, listening to music, cooking, and watching sporting...

...others understand "why" and "what", and teach them an enjoyment of learning even if they dont like the subject. I foster a fun and creative learning environment and meet your/your students individual needs. My experience includes classical education, private education, adult education, parent and student education, middle school students, college prep, college level English courses, and homeschooling my own children. I enjoy outdoor life: especially the hanging in my hammock in the mountains with a...

As an enthusiastic individual with two years of experience tutoring college students, I am looking forward to helping you and your preparedness in English writing. Although one of my passions is creative writing, I love research and helping students form effective arguments in their essays. I gain fulfillment from writing as well as helping others, so please feel free to reach out! I am excited to meet you.

...subjects as well as life skills. Teaching reading, science and math are my passions. My teaching style is a cross between direct instruction and inquiry-based learning, which focuses on student investigation and hands-on learning. I use a strong phonics approach to reading. Education should teach basic knowledge, while fostering critical thinking, creativity, and interpersonal skills. It should spark curiosity and the imagination, instill a passion for lifelong learning and above all, it should be fun!....

...as an adjunct human physiology instructor at a local community college and did this for 10 years. Finally, I began online tutoring for Varsity Tutors a few years ago and have focused my efforts with over 60 students (and counting) in the two areas that I feel interest me the most and where I have the most experience: anatomy and physiology, and public speaking. I have a passion for learning and sharing my learning with...

...and be understood by someone with no scientific training. If an instructor can explain a complex principle or theory in simple language, that instructor thoroughly understands what they are teaching. I start with this, and introduce terms and jargon later. It brings great satisfaction, and enjoyment to explain an interesting scientific topic to another person, who is interested in said topic, but does not yet understand it. It can open-up a whole new world of...

I believe in individualized education to meet the needs of all students.

...it 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!...

...it than they ever thought they were. Tutoring should be interactive, a team effort. Let me help you gain a foundation and confidence and we will both see you soar. I love animals and that is probably what aids in my compassion. They don't judge and aren't afraid to fail and try again. We can learn so much from them. When I come home they help take all my worries away and have truly made...

...can teach it to someone else. Because of that, when I was in school I would regularly be tutoring other students. I also spent hours and hours tutoring others over the Internet. For me teaching is an adventure. Everyone has different perspectives, and when you are teaching you have to be able to both provide a new perspective and to understand (so as to enlarge) someone else's perspective. In my non-teaching time, I am interested...