Top Tutors serving Omaha
Shawnda: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
I am an educator with 29 years of experience. I have taught and tutored all math courses at the high school level, as well as general education courses My teaching positions have included developmental math for the past 15 years. I am passionate about helping students and watching the "light bulbs" come on.
Education & Certification
College of the Ozarks - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Missouri State University-Springfield - Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
Wyatt: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
Artist and Theater technician specializing in 2D and 3D Design, Animation, Studio Art, and Graphic Design. Graduate from the University of Arkansas. Eager to help students learn the fundamentals and joy of art and what makes good design.
Education & Certification
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith - Bachelor of Science, Animation and Special Effects
Marshana: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
My journey in education started when my sons were young and I volunteered to help with struggling students on my own time. I enjoy seeing a student discover new concepts and skills that help them become a successful learner. My education has become my passion. I learn each and every day just as my students. It's something that can't be taken away from a person.... My philosophy to teaching is to reach out to students who...
Education & Certification
Southwest Baptist University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Southeast Missouri State University - Masters, Education
Shelly: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...for Gifted Education, Advanced Placement, and Dyslexia Intervention in Arkansas for the last 5 years and have gained wonderful experience in working with students in a one-on-one setting for assessments and tutoring. I feel my strengths and passions are in reading, writing, art, and understanding the college bound ACT test. Helping students understand their starting point, strengths, and reaching their goals is my focus. Breaking it down into workable pieces helps make it all possible!
Education & Certification
College of the Ozarks - Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Drury University - Masters in Education, Education
Kathy: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...and became a school counselor, because I felt the need to help students at a more social and emotional level. I have a Bachelor's Degree and 2 Master's Degrees, one in Education and one in Counseling from John Brown University in Siloam Springs, AR. I have the ability to tutor all subjects in Elementary and I specialize in English and Language Arts 5th-8th grades. I enjoy helping others and I look forward to future successes...
Education & Certification
Lindenwood University - Masters in Education, Education
John Brown University - Master of Science, Counselor Education
Emily: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...strong sense of their own selves. I believe by being a calm and positive force in their lives; they are more likely to want to learn and expand their overall development. I have worked in the public education system for most of my adult life. I have served as a daycare teacher, director, kindergarten teacher, substitute teacher, executive director of a nonprofit kindergarten, and online tutor privately and for a business. I have worked with...
Education & Certification
Drury University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Drury University - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Phyllis: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...in Italian. I lived and worked in Florence, Italy for 10 years, teaching language at Istituto Americano and also answering and conversing on the telephone in Italian as a secretary at the school. I am fluent in the Italian language and I know the best way to become fluent is through conversation and total immersion. The majority of our classes together will be totally in Italian, and you will speaking and understanding Italian quickly. Parliamo...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Arts, General
Helena: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...more than 6 years I have learned that a confident learner is an independent learner. One of the most important keys to success is to grow confident in a subject. I love chemistry! And I have learned how to move past the 'word problem' into a deep understanding of the subject. I also enjoy teaching Spanish; as a native speaker of the language, I understand how to move past the vocabulary memorization.
Education & Certification
Universidad Pedagogica Nacional - Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry Teacher Education
Missouri State University-Springfield - Master of Science, Chemistry
GRE Verbal: 146
Robyn: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
I am passionate about people connecting. Everyone has intrinsic self-worth. We all have purpose, and there are so many worthwhile things we can do, when we are able to use our gifts to help others. I hope that anything I do, whether through teaching or entertainment, adds value to others lives.
Education & Certification
Baker University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Music
Missouri State University-Springfield - Bachelor of Science, Foreign Language Teacher Education
Darrell: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...first graduate degree in about 5 years, because, i atteneded multiple colleges and universities taking both local and early online to complete them faster while I worked as a door to door computer technician, so, I know what it means to study hard and work hard. I like to teach from that perspective.. Whether your in highschool, college, or just trying to fast track your career, or learn something new we will meet your goals.
Education & Certification
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts & Sciences - Bachelors, Computer Science
DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management-Missouri - Masters, Business Administration / Project Management
Amy: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...the lightbulb come on. I graduated from Western Illinois University with a BS in Education and have had my Special Education License in IL, NC, and OH. I also taught kindergarten for a year. Our family moved quite a bit with my husband's job, so I have taught or worked as a substitute in 5 different states. I am excited to work with students online and help them grow as a learner.
Education & Certification
Rebekah: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
I am 29 years old I recently finished my life dream of becoming an Early childhood education teacher. I am currently working on my Masters in Reading with an emphasis on Elementary education. I have a passion for teaching.
Education & Certification
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
Josh: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...music composition, a field that allows me to interpret and describe ideas that intrigue me in creative ways using sound. That said, I still have a secret crush on math and science, and I love exploring and analyzing languages and the written word. (In fact, much of the music I have written has been inspired by literary or linguistic concepts.) I have taught courses in music theory, history, and composition at the University of Washington,...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Music, Concentration in Composition
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Masters, Music Composition
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Daniel: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...past Spring and am looking to offer help in science courses from middle school to college level. I graduated from Boston College in 2009 and have worked at the neuroscience and psychiatry labs at Yale and Cornell. I enjoy working with people and wish to one day specialize in geriatrics. I have taught chess and English to young children and tutored children from foster care for two years to improve their literacy skills. I plan...
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Sarah: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...reading tutor and middle school students as a math tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because of my own life long love of learning, and because I believe that all children are capable of accomplishing amazing things if they have a committed support system. I tutor reading, writing, math, economics, french and test prep. Over a broad range of subjects, I particularly enjoy tutoring reading and writing. In my spare time, I enjoy practicing yoga...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
John: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750
Ben: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their individual path to learning. Students do this by identifying their motivations, strengths and goals. Learning is about exploration, discovery, and growth so it should be...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE Verbal: 164
Caroline: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide range of teaching experiences in both academic subjects and test preparation, I am highly adaptable to different learning styles and cater my teaching methods to meet student needs. Apart from being flexible, I am also very accessible for additional questions or help that is needed. In my spare time, I enjoy baking, exploring my...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 800
Jesica: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...students can learn mathematics. I have been working as a tutor since I was thirteen for mathematics and I love every minute of it. I like tackling new mathematics and helping students view their work at different angles that might help them come to an understanding of the subject. Being able to do math, not just arithmetic, is an ability that every student has and I believe that together we can figure out how to...
Education & Certification
Carroll College - Bachelors, Mathematics
SAT Math: 720
Hallie: Omaha tutor
Certified Tutor in Omaha, NE
...for many of her high school classes. I now tutor a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, writing, Spanish, and Algebra. I am particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and AP exams, and helping students through the college application process. My hope is that the support I provide to struggling students will empower them to expand their academic curiosity and appreciate learning. In my free time, I enjoy reading, going...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelors, theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750
Private Tutoring in Omaha, NE
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The Omaha School System
Omaha, Nebraska, is the largest city in the state, with a population of nearly 467,000. The city is home to a wide variety of public and private academic institutions. Omaha Public Schools oversee all public schools in the area, which serve nearly 48,000 students. Omaha also has a large number of Catholic schools serving an additional 21,000 students. These Catholic schools fall under the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Omaha.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with professional tutors in Omaha who have the necessary experience required to help your child take their academic performance to the next level. Even if your child is in one of the best available schools, there can be many reasons why he or she would benefit from additional academic assistance. Below is a chart of test scores in the largest schools in Omaha compared to state averages. Where does your child stack up?
Omaha Test Scores
Throughout the country, students begin preparing for nationally recognized exams such as the ACT and SAT as they approach the end of their high school careers. However, Omaha students must also study for the Nebraska State Accountability Assessments (NeSA). These exams begin in grade three and end in grade eleven and cover subject areas such as reading, math, writing, and science.
In addition to helping your child prepare for one of the state or national exams, an Omaha tutor can also help your child hone necessary skills to improve their academic scores in their daily classes. By enhancing their grades, students also realize greater educational opportunities as they progress through their early years and into high school.
Omaha has some of the best high schools in all of Nebraska. In the table below, you can see how the top high schools in the area compare with other high schools in the state.
Omaha High School Rankings
High School | Omaha Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Millard North High School | 1 | 1 | 72% |
Elkhorn South High School | 2 | 2 | 83% |
Elkhorn High School | 3 | 3 | 60% |
Westside High School | 4 | 5 | 66% |
Central High School | 5 | 9 | 57% |
Millard West High School | 6 | 11 | 60% |
Millard South High School | 7 | 52 | 55% |
Burke High School | 8 | 79 | 37% |
Omaha North Magnet School | 9 | 80 | 54% |
Ralston High School | 10 | N/A | 13% |
Even the largest high schools in Omaha have consistently low class sizes. The student-teacher ratios for the largest Omaha schools are in the chart below.
Omaha Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Omaha South Magnet High School has a 19 1 student-teacher ratio.
Central High School has a 18 1 student-teacher ratio.
Millard North High School has a 18 1 student-teacher ratio.
Millard West High School has a 19 1 student-teacher ratio.
Millard South High School has a 18 1 student-teacher ratio.
Nebraska State Average has a 14 1 student-teacher ratio.
No matter how promising the student or stellar the academic institution, all students need additional help at some point in their studies. Whether your child is struggling with subtraction or physics, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a tutor who can provide the personalized instruction that can help your child break through an academic plateau.
While the K-12 educational system in Omaha is one of the best in the state, the university options are slightly more limited. Below you will find the top universities around Omaha.
Omaha University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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Creighton University | 201 | 71% |
College of Saint Mary | 551 | 60% |
University of Nebraska - Omaha | 564 | 86% |
Bellevue University | N/A | 100% |
Clarkson College | N/A | 52% |
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health | N/A | 35% |
Grace University | N/A | 56% |
Nebraska Christian College | N/A | 100% |
Purdue University Global | N/A | 100% |
The Creative Center | N/A | 74% |
How Varsity Tutors Can Help
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