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Certified Tutor
9+ years
I am a graduate of The Kansas City Art Institute. I received my Bachelors of Fine Arts in Illustration and Social Practice. I am here to help others reach their artistic goals and learn about the world through our rich artistic past.I tutor in the Arts. My teaching experience comes from my dedicatio...
Kansas City Art Institute
Bachelor in Arts, Illustration
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Earnest
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
University of Pennsylvania
Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tutors who attended or graduated from Kansas City Art Institute bring direct experience with the institution's rigorous curriculum and teaching philosophy. They understand KCAI's specific expectations, project requirements, and the interdisciplinary approach that defines the school's arts education. This insider knowledge helps them guide students through coursework more effectively and prepare them for success in the program.
KCAI alumni tutors excel in studio arts, including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital media, as well as art history, design theory, and liberal arts coursework required by the institute. Many also provide support with portfolio development, artist statements, and preparation for critiques. Their hands-on experience in these areas allows them to offer practical guidance that goes beyond textbook knowledge.
During your first session, a tutor will learn about your current coursework, specific challenges, and goals—whether you're working on a particular project, preparing for critiques, or strengthening foundational skills. They'll assess your learning style and discuss how their KCAI background can best support your needs. This conversation helps establish a personalized tutoring plan tailored to your success.
Yes. Tutors who graduated from Kansas City Art Institute are familiar with portfolio standards and can guide you in selecting work, organizing pieces, and crafting compelling artist statements. They understand what admissions committees and instructors look for, and can provide feedback on how your work communicates your artistic vision and growth.
KCAI alumni tutors have participated in countless critiques and can help you develop the language and confidence to articulate your ideas, defend your artistic choices, and respond constructively to feedback. They'll work with you on presentation skills, conceptual clarity, and how to contextualize your work within broader artistic conversations—all essential for navigating KCAI's critique culture.
Absolutely. Kansas City Art Institute requires liberal arts coursework alongside studio training, and alumni tutors can support you in writing, humanities, sciences, and other general education classes. Having completed these requirements themselves, they understand how to balance studio demands with academic coursework and can help you excel in both areas.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors based on your specific needs, learning style, and the subjects you need help with. When you're looking for someone with KCAI experience, we prioritize matching you with tutors who have attended or graduated from the institute. This ensures you get personalized instruction from someone who truly understands your academic environment.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to focus entirely on your unique challenges and goals, whether that's mastering a specific technique, strengthening conceptual understanding, or building confidence in critiques. An KCAI alumnus tutor can provide real-time feedback, adapt explanations to your learning style, and draw on their own experience to help you navigate the program successfully—something generic resources simply can't offer.
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