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Akshat: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...or a lesson gives a sense of satisfaction to not only the tutor but the person being tutored. Whenever learning a difficult concept, the first thing I usually do is look it up on Google. Sometimes the answers aren't there, and sometimes they are there, but too difficult to understand. In this case, the first thing I do is send the problem to a friend and ask if they can help. Sometimes they can help,...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35

Omar: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
I am a sophomore at the University of Kansas with an extensive work experience tutoring for standardized tests. I've tutored dozens of students for the ACT, PSAT and SAT. I received a 35 on the ACT (36 Superscore) and a 1520 on the SAT. I was also a National Merit Scholar for the PSAT and received a score with the 99th percentile.
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Bobbie: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...Circuits and associated subjects. My main subject is Math. I have found that if I help people get a good foundation in math they are much better at 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...
Education & Certification
UMKC - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

Amber: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...collaboration. Rewarding and positive correction are the best ways to encourage students to keep trying even after a mistake is made. I also think that due to the nature of learning over time, focusing too long on one mistake, especially in grammar at least, is not as conducive as saying, good practice, we will keep working on this, and going to the next point. In lots of events, the thing that confuses them may become...
Education & Certification
University of Central Arkansas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Lauren: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
Graduate MBA student based in Kansas City, MO looking to help motivate other students to grow and succeed. I believe that knowledge is power, and learning to overcome obstacles is one of the most valuable skills in life. Learning and knowledge go far beyond the classroom, and I believe that good collaboration, communication, and application are key to making students feel excited to learn.... No student is unteachable, and not all students learn the same way....
Education & Certification
Valparaiso University - Bachelors, Theology
Rockhurst University - Masters, Business Administration and Management
ACT English: 34

Elizabeth: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...where I taught study skills, time management, and academic success strategies. Later after completing my Masters of Science degree in Wildlife Science at New Mexico State University I taught at Dona Ana Community College as an adjunct instructor. It is not just my education though that sets me apart but my career as a biologist, researcher, and project manager that gives me real life experience, helping me to relate diefficult science and academic concepts to...
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Bachelor of Science, Geography
New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Master of Science, Wildlife, Fish, and Wildlands Science and Management

Zoe: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...majored in Cognitive/Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology with a minor in Spanish Language. While in high school, I tutored many students through my high school's tutoring program. I mainly tutor in Math and Spanish (specifically Algebra 1, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 2 and Spanish 1-4). I would describe my teaching style as very different depending on the student I am tutoring because I aim to find the best method of teaching that is most beneficial to each student!...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Andrew: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
After having been through the stresses of applying for colleges, grad schools, and other types of programs, to give back and ensure that you have the tools and skills necessary to reach your academic goals. I have taught and tutored a variety of core subjects for many years, and am happy to share knowledge and best practices for successful preparation!
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
SAT Verbal: 780
GRE: 315
GRE Quantitative: 152

Benjamin: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...and computer science in students today, and help express the true weight the subjects hold in the world of today and the world of tomorrow. I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Kansas, double majoring in math and computer science. A great tenacity has made my college career fruitful with a high GPA, Honors coursework, recognition at department events, as well as lab research work. I look to translate this hard-working nature...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Emily: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
I am passionate about teaching reading and writing. I went to KSU, have my masters degree and 25 years experience being a kindergarten teacher. I love to see my students succeed. I can provide the skills and tools to help my students thrive in the classroom.
Education & Certification
Kansas State University - Masters in Education, Education
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Danielle: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...Health Practices in Schools at the University of Missouri. I am in my second year of teaching Kindergarten. Prior to teaching Kindergarten, I participated in a year long internship where I student taught in third grade. In addition to this, I preservice taught in grades 1-5, taught at two preschools and worked for an after school program. I have wanted to be an educator for as long as I can remember. My favorite thing about...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
University of Missouri-Columbia - Masters in Education, Counseling Psychology

Christie: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...school for a linguistics program. The majority of my tutoring experience came during college, while working with classmates to help raise their grades in multiple biology courses, including Genetics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Developmental Biology, and Evolutionary Biology. However, I've tutored other classmates in German, Spanish, chemistry, and physics. In addition to college courses, I've worked with classmates and colleagues to improve their GRE and MCAT scores, with the most improvement seen in the Critical Reading sections....
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Jaagruthi: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...the knowledge necessary to teach the subjects at hand, as indicated by my majors. And I have a lot of practice working with children, as demonstrated through my many years of teaching. I am genuinely interested in this position because I am confident my skills and hands-on experience match the demands for this position and believe it will help me develop necessary skills for my future in the medical field. I am looking to interact...
Education & Certification
Westmont College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
SAT Math: 750

Doug: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...of education should encourage one to seek answers, as it is in this way that the student will advance. My goal is to facilitate this advancement of knowledge with the main theme of my teaching philosophy being reasoned thought and repeatable habits. The goal is to encourage thinking in rational ways in the classroom, in groups and when distance learning outside the classroom. I emphasize to the student the need to inventory their resources with...
Education & Certification
Park University - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
Baker University - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management

Jacob: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...with a BS in Chemistry, emphasis in biochemistry. In my final semester of college, I tutored chemistry online, and I can honestly say it was the most enjoyable job I've ever had. I am a scientist, so I mainly tutor chemistry, but I am also an excellent essay writer, editor, and test taker. As a result I am well equipped to tutor chemistry, physics, biology, math, essay writing, report writing, editing, and ACT Prep. I...
Education & Certification
Missouri State University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Martin: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...a student "gets it" or the "lightbulb" moment is one that is very rewarding I feel it is one of my callings in life to help others overcome their difficulties. The purpose of teaching is not to pour information into the minds of students, but to invite and inspire the student to apply the knowledge to multiple situations and be inspired to seek further knowledge. I make a conscious effort to be friendly and connect...
Education & Certification
BYU-Idaho - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Physiology
UMKC School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Science, DDS

Christian: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...University of Michigan, I found myself in unfamiliar territory. I had been a student my entire life, and suddenly, I was not. My eventual goal was (and still is) to earn a teaching certificate, but that is still a ways off. What else could I do? An idea hit me. Just because I am not a student anymore, however, does not mean I can't still dedicate myself to learning. There is no better way to...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Classical Civilizations
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Latin
ACT Composite: 32
GRE Quantitative: 156
GRE Verbal: 164

Maggie: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...is incredible -- I love how numbers are meant to work out to a perfect answer and when students that I tutor "get it" I feel greatly rewarded. Writing is an excellent way of expressing ourselves and should never be intimidating or "scary". So, in those moments when students feel accomplished in writing, I feel like the world becomes a little bit better somehow. My approach to tutoring students is to make education less of...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado-Colorado Springs - Bachelor in Arts, English

Kelly: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...day and turn it into a fantastic one. I joined the Air Force at 17 years old and completed a Physics major from the United States Air Force Academy. I was excited to serve my country and am very thankful I got that opportunity. What I learned most from it though was that it was not my passion and I separated from the Air Force to set out to find it. Teaching math and physics...
Education & Certification
USAFA - Bachelors, Physics

David: Overland Park tutor
Certified Tutor in Overland Park, KS
...devoted math tutor, my passion is guiding students of all ages and skill levels toward success in their mathematical endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned problem solver or just beginning your mathematical adventure, know that my commitment to your growth knows no bounds. Together, we'll unravel the beauty of numbers, conquer challenging equations, and build a foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Your success in my priority, and I'm here to support you every step...
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