Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Lenexa, KS

...can achieve their academic goals with the right help. As a past tutor with an After School Program, I know what it takes to motivate and encourage students of any age. I am a very patient and kind teacher, but I also enjoy a few quips to keep things light throughout the learning process. I think a sense of humor is sometimes necessary in order to get through complicated lessons! I connect well with kids,...

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...

Hello, my name is Mallory Harger. I am a sophomore math major at the University of Kansas. People think I'm crazy to major in math, but I just tell them how much I have always loved the subject. I enjoy spending time with the girls in my sorority, scoping out new coffee shops around town, and volunteering around my community.

...as an educator to the table. I have served a variety of students as a special education professional, but have also collaborated with the regular education population. Math and Reading instruction are my relative areas of instructional strength; however, I have assisted students in every academic genre. I have experience to some degree with all grade levels K-12. My goal is to assist and mentor young adults through their trials and tribulations. I look forward...

...academic 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...

...Illinois Urbana-Champaign for this upcoming fall where I will be teaching an undergraduate public speaking course. My experience in the classroom has been very diverse and has prepared for to teach and tutor in a variety of situations. For the past three years I have been a high school debate and forensics coach allowing me to work with a team of 200 students and help them with their public speaking and argument devolvement. I have...

...currently an online English instructor for a technical college and a secondary district instructional coach in the English/Language Arts department. I thoroughly enjoy helping students brainstorm ideas and interpret literature that leads to great argumentative topics or the classic variety writing styles of basic English. Additionally, I work with reading intervention at all levels and help to differentiate instruction for each student at meet them at their level in order to make gains to push...

...and I am finishing up my Bachelor's Degree in Music Education at the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance. I 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!

...I have graduated from a Junior College, a University, and a Law School student. This has given me priceless insight. Through my education I have realized that there are very basic principals that remain true no matter how advanced you are in school. Though I have always done well in school, I really started applying myself once I found my life's passion in college. I have both been a student going through the motions and...

...students because it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, Social Studies, Speech, and theatre, and have also taught Humanities and tutored ESL at the college level. I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Teaching as well as an...

...identifying areas where students are struggling and developing creative solutions to help them overcome challenges. Whether it's using manipulatives to teach math concepts, incorporating movement into phonics lessons, or finding real-world applications for science topics, I make learning both meaningful and fun. I prioritize building strong relationships with both students and parents, believing that open communication and trust are essential for academic success. Regular progress updates and a collaborative approach ensure that everyone is aligned...

...success largely to my writing skills, especially my outlining and revising strategies. I have also done very well in my standardized tests, including a 34 on my ACT, a 168 on my LSAT, and very good scores on my AP exams (three 4's and two 5's). My specialties are helping students with history, writing, and the standardized tests mentioned above. Please reach out if you'd like help in any of those subjects. I'd love to...

...Being a teacher/tutor is one of the great joys of my life. I have made it one of my life's goals to be the best instructor I can be. To complete this goal I have been doing research into teaching methods for the past few years. Fortunately, most of my family are or were teachers. I often go to them for advice on becoming a better educator. Since as early as 3rd grade I have...

...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 they are not...

...myself, came from a low-income home and know firsthand how intimidating navigating education can be. I can and will do the legwork it takes to understand not just how to comprehend subject but how to thrive within the system of education. I worked with many students who were used to being overlooked and underrepresented in education. When I taught my course, I focused on personal voice. I taught my students the importance of their voice...

...such as English and History. Tutoring give me an opportunity to get back in touch with subjects. I have had the opportunity to work one on one with several students as a homebound instructor. In addition I have a reading endorsement. I used to teach illiterate adults how to read and I have seen the devastating effects of not being able to read as an adult. So making sure kids master fundamental reading skills at...

...a credential to teach Spanish grades K-12. Learning and teaching Spanish was exciting for me because I traveled to Saltillo, a city in northern Mexico, to increase my exposure to native speakers and to experience another culture. I have eight years experience teaching Spanish to secondary students and 5 years teaching Spanish on line. Outside of teaching, I like to attend services of the Church with my family, do water aerobics, get together with friends,...

...from the University of Missouri, Columbia. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. I am also certified in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have three years of teaching experience in both public and private institutions. I am excited to tutor because I find it extremely rewarding to help students achieve and set goals for themselves. I believe every student is capable of doing their best in everything as long as they are...

...I helped fellow students, I tutored adults so they could pursue their GED, as well as working with people learning English as a second language. I have been an aunt since I was thirteen years old and have much experience working with kids of all ages. I tutor elementary sciences and also work with high schoolers in science. I love Biology, Chemistry and Physics especially. I tutor reading as well for all ages. I believe...

I received a Bachelors Degree from Knox College and a Masters from UMKC, both in economics. I currently teach college level economics while I'm working on finishing my PhD. In addition to economics I tutor math and writing. When not reading, writing, and teaching I like to sing, play music (accordion and guitar), and play ultimate frisbee.