Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Lee's Summit, MO

...younger students in various subjects when I was in high school and my natural talent for explaining concepts in a variety of ways began to emerge. My patient and caring nature allows me to reach a variety of students and help them reach a new level of understanding and knowledge. I enjoy tutoring all types...

...is Stephanie. I am an opera singer and have years of experience with children, teenagers, and college students. I've worked in education both privately and in the college setting. I also have both a Bachelors from Truman State University in Kirksville, MO and a Masters degree in Voice Performance from Wichita State University in Wichita,...

...medical student currently attending the 6 year BA/MD program at UMKC. My interest in both the sciences and the humanities has led me to pursue a career in medicine. My favorite subjects to learn and teach include English reading and writing, Mandarin, math, and biology. I am especially passionate about teaching English reading and writing...

...and taught for seven years. My first teaching experience was at Mizzou. After getting my master's, I joined Teach For America and taught high school English for two years. Most recently, I taught composition and developmental English at Penn Valley Community College. My approach to tutoring is non-directive. I ask questions to help guide students...

...have seen the devastating effects of not being able to read as an adult. So making sure kids master fundamental reading skills at a young age is very important to me. I love teaching and I am excited about the possibility of being able to work with students and lead them to additional academic successes!

Current English BA Student at UMKC I'm really excited for the opportunity to apply my skills and help teach those who need the help! I am happy to explain whatever questions are asked, and I am patient and thorough. I enjoy writing, art, and creativity in general.... I think it's important to be a good learner in order to be a good teacher. I think that motivation is key, and it's the instructor's job to make...

...in Elementary Education with an undergraduate degree from Iowa State University. My Master of Arts degree is in Curriculum and Instruction, and I have an Education Doctorate (EdD) in Educational Leadership. My passion and area of study, since achieving my doctorate in 2002, has been to lead and teach literacy programs. I am Reading Recovery...

...large family with both parents and many siblings being teachers, one might say I was born a teacher. But one would be showing their need for tutoring in Biology! With highly educated parents, education to me was like water to a fish. My undergraduate work was in Physics and Math (BA) with graduate work in...

...Baker University graduate with majors in Accounting and Finance and a minor in Economics. During my time in school, I ran cross country and track, and was a member of a fraternity where I served in multiple leadership positions including Treasurer. I currently work for an accounting firm in downtown KC and I'm taking the...

...of Kansas and future Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Expected Master's degree in Applied Positive Psychology at University of Pennsylvania. I currently work with 2:1 and 1:1 students aged 4-17 who have been diagnosed with ADHD, Anxiety, learning disorders and behavior issues at various levels of functioning where I get to engage in positive behavior management...

...am a third grade teacher. I graduated last May with a degree in elementary education. I am fresh out of school so I not only have teaching experience but I have completed my PRAXIS exams for my teaching license. I also work at a title 1 school and teach students who are behind in their...

I strive to help students of all ages communicate clearly with their academic writing.

...double major graduate from the University of Kansas with degrees in Japanese Literature and Language as well as Linguistics. Additionally, I hold a certificate of global awareness from my semester abroad in Nagoya, Japan. My next goals are to obtain government proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N2) and Chinese (TOCFL level 3). I most enjoy teaching...

...a BA in English from the University of Colorado in 2001. Since graduation, I've been in the education field working with students in elementary and middle schools. I am considering a masters degree, but will first need to decide which of the many opportunities I shall take. I really enjoy tutoring math and writing. Math...

...scholar with a Masters in History from UMKC and a BA in English/History of Rockhurst. I've always been passionate about both and I am widely read. I can help you understand the context of history or the meaning of a novel and help you succeed. I obtained a 5 on the AP US Gov, AP...

...graduate of the University of Kansas, with bachelor's degrees in biology and environmental studies. While I am fascinated by the natural world, I also have interests in other fields, such as literature, philosophy, and foreign languages. One of the reasons I like tutoring is because it allows me to use what I have learned in...

...are born with a desire to learn and that, with the right light, we can each continue on that journey throughout or lives. No one person understands or internalizes each lesson in exactly the same way, although many of the basic principles are the bases for this understanding and future growth. It is here where...

...my purpose, and my love to TEACH! By day, part of my time consists of me being a counselor, and I work with youth and families who need intervention. I also work with inner-city schools on behavior support. My other time is spent as an empowerment (motivational) speaker to teens and families, as well as...

...the cognitive capacity to be successful in their academic endeavors. Sometimes all that is missing is the right motivation! Through the application of real-world experience, gained through successfully teaching in elementary school, middle school, high school, and college I am well equipped to tutor students at any level. I have a master's degree of science...

...love teaching all ages, but will most likely be teaching middle school or high school choir. I am a certified K-12 substitute teacher, and upon completing my student teaching in 2017, will be a licensed K-12 educator in both MO and KS. I am here to help, please feel free to contact me!