Award-Winning Middle School Tutors in Shawnee Mission, KS

...skills for tutoring. I really care about my students and want them to succeed. Watching a young child understand something for the first time, or an adult student work so hard and with such determination to better their future, these things brighten my life, and push me be the best tutor I can be. I believe that education is extremely important, not only to have a successful career, but to learn the discipline necessary to...

As a tutor, I would like to foster not only mastery of individual subjects, but a strengthened approach to academia in general. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing and writing music on the guitar, watching movies, playing basketball with my friends, and hanging out with my animals.

...Secondary Education. As a Teach for America corps member, I've taught middle school English Language Arts in Kansas City, Missouri for the past two years. Prior to this experience, I tutored college students in argumentative writing, economics/regression analysis, and even organization/study habits; tutored high school students in algebra and ACT/SAT prep; and taught guitar to elementary school students. Since high school, I have actively sought out opportunities to teach and help others grow. I love...

...know each other and set goals. I always have fun with my students. Having fun while learning, at any level, expedites the learning process. I enjoy building a strong rapport with my students. I expect transparent communication. I am passionate about all forms of communication and learning for the purpose of understanding. I am a proponent of education and believe it to be absolutely necessary for a quality life. In my free time I enjoy...

I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have also taught AP French and college-level French. I have a B.A. in Modern Languages (French) and Sociology, an M.A. in Modern Languages (French/Second-Language Acquisition), and an M.A. in Teaching (Secondary).

...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 math, Theology, and educational leadership (M.Div., M.A. Ph.D.). My calling as an educator has been to promote life-long learning in areas of life that assist the learner in rising to new heights of understanding, productivity, and healthy relationships. Some seeming deviations from this calling have...

...are your goals? I have served in the Army as a Combat Medic during Operation Iraqi Freedom to Operation Enduring Freedom. I love our Country and am proud to be one of the few that volunteered to serve our people. As a Combat Medic I was in charge of teaching basic life skills to other company's soldiers. I would then assess their progress to determine if they were ready to adequately provide life saving measures...

...including: biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, genetics, evolution, anatomy and physiology, ecology as well as a variety of higher-level specialized science courses. Furthermore, I have experience in a variety college-level courses relating to English, statistics, psychology, world religions, Spanish, archeology, calculus and philosophy. Working in the corporate healthcare technology industry, I have developed skills pertaining to public speaking, computer literacy (both basic and advanced), as well as time-management and organizational skills which are applicable across...

Hi! My name is Corey. I am a high school ELA teacher in Texas. I have a bachelors in English Language and Literature and a Masters in English. I am passionate about English and literature! I am especially proficient in academic writing, analyzing texts, literary theory, and essay writing. Soon I will be enrolling in my Doctoral degree for Literature!

...Reading and Phonics Middle School English, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing High School Composition, English, English Grammar and Syntax, Reading, Writing, Social Sciences, Learning Differences, Special Education, Study Skills College Level Composition, English, Writing, Linguistics, Nutrition, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, Public Speaking, Study Skills and Organization Various Other areas include Academic Coaching, Adult Literacy, Basic Computer Literacy, Career Advancement, Essay Editing, Executive Functioning, Fitness Assessment, Learning Differences, Memory Strategies, Nutrition, Productivity, Special Education, Public Speaking, Wellness

...students and mentoring employees. I have an associates degree from Hutchinson Community college and additional education from Kansas State University and Washburn University in Topeka. But as most have done, my computer education was sitting in front of a computer controlling a small world all my own. I tutor software development specifically web development. I have taught English as a second language but I am an expert at JavaScript and specifically Game AI which sounds...

I have my masters in biomedical sciences and my bachelors in mathematics. I love hiking, walking my dog, and being with family. I am passionate about helping students understand material and feeling confident in their courses!

...an Education Specialist degree in Adminstration/Superintendency. I taught a variety of subjects grades K-8, but the majority of my teaching career was in the area of middle school math. I have been a middle school assistant principal for 16 years and still currently serve in this role. In addition to my full time job as an administrator, I have tutored online English Language learners for the past 3 years. It is important to me that...

...and can tutor any middle school courses and under. When tutoring high school level students I prefer areas like Math, Physics, Science, Art, and Organizational Skills. When instructing a student, I aim to help them arrive at the correct answer on their own, providing help where needed. My end goal is to provide the student with the problem solving skills needed to self teach new information, eventually using me only as a reference when they...

...overall. I teach math at every level, as well as French. I also do a lot of work with elementary level students and art students. My teaching style is very gentle. I believe that students' confidence in their abilities is fundamental to long-term success. My focus for students is to understand the current material, while also giving them the tools they need to be as successful as possible in the classroom. *I have strong experience...

...I hold dearest. Rather than tutor for the sake of hours, I hope to spend my time and the time of my clients effectively. I aim to not only improve test scores, but to set students up so they may efficiently study without a tutor. I hope to not only have an impact on students during the few hours I see them, but to improve their study habits for a lifetime's impact.

As a teacher with over a decade of classroom teaching experience on four continents, I look forward to working one-on-one with students! Helping students achieve success is the reason I became an educator, and I look forward to getting back to the heart of my profession through tutoring. I have a B.A. from King's College in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics and an M.A. in English and Special Education from Xavier University of Louisiana.

...certain way to create success. However, I also understand that our current school system is not tailored to help individual students. As such, I aim to give students the extra help they need but cannot get in the classroom. I am in school at Grand Canyon University and am working on obtaining a degree in Elementary Education. I currently work full-time as a literacy interventionist in a local elementary school. I'm very good at staying...

...anyone can learn. A student has to be open to learn though and a great teacher can help to open a mind to that. Learning can be fun and especially when you work one-on-one with someone. The lessons can be focused to exactly what one needs and that really helps things to move along more quickly. After being in education for over 20 years, I am excited to work with new people and to experience...

...life-long learners. No matter your current skill level, I can meet you where you are and help you cross your academic finish line! I currently study Chemical/Biochemical Engineering and I previously completed the rigorous International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. As such, I have extensive knowledge in the fields of Chemistry (high school, inorganic, organic), History (Europe and the Middle East), Math (all levels up to, and including, Calculus II), Physics (algebra-based), the IB Programme, and ACT...