Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Kansas City, MO

...Science in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. I am passionate about improving the university for everyone and that is where my involvement in Student Senate comes in. I have an extensive background in math, science and the humanities from both university and high school. In the future, I plan to attend law school or a Master’s program in public policy or international relations. I discovered I enjoy tutoring while helping my...

I am a pre-med student at the University of Kansas. I am studying molecular, cellular and developmental biology. ... Practice, practice, and practice some more!... Find out their strengths and weaknesses within the subject and with their overall study methods.... Talk through the steps of solving an unknown problem, including where to look for the answer, so they can begin to learn how to do it on their own.... Remind them why we are studying and...

...own significantly improves long term recall, instead of simply feeding them formulae and rules for them to regurgitate on an examination. As a 23 year old, I am not very far removed from either the ACT or the SAT, and feel as though this will help me better empathize with specific concepts and areas students are struggling with. I graduated high school with enough credits to obtain a minor in mathematics from the University of...

...as an undergraduate at Notre Dame. I believe learning looks different for everyone, and a little patience and creativity can go a long way in tutoring. My day job in refugee resettlement utilizes my communication skills and my ability to solve real-life logic problems, like those on the LSAT and college admissions tests. I specialize in writing as a professional skill and personal hobby; I like to read, eat, paint, and travel for fun.

I love standardized tests. It might sound weird, but they're usually straightforward, you can sit with them for hours, and, most importantly, you CAN get better at them through practice. That's what I hope to help you do as you prepare for the LSAT, SAT, ACT or any other subject. I also have a blast editing essays, so make sure to use all of these services to their fullest potential!

...experiences in tutoring have come from working at a nearby center called "Perfect Tutors" and from helping classmates at my after school academic resource center. I really enjoy getting to know and helping kids learn. I've worked with kids from the age of 4 in summer camps up to high schoolers. Whether I'm teaching Math, Science, or Reading, the best part about my job is seeing when a kid understands a concept after struggling for...

...a certain principle. Having tutored high school students in math and science for a number of years, I know how to help students get past what can initially appear to be daunting conceptual barriers. Last, but not least, I know what it's like to struggle. I am not a math and science genius who breezed through college to get his astrophysics degree. I had to work very hard for my grades, especially during my freshman...

...always loved numbers and Mathematics but it wasn't until college that I realized this passion and strength were driving me towards education. Since then, I've enjoyed working with students of all ages and abilities to further their math skills. I believe that everyone has mathematical abilities and I enjoying working and watching these abilities grow and improve in students. In my free time, I enjoy running with my Border Collie/Lab mix, Sadya, and swimming laps....

...we're working on isn't so strange after all! Before beginning to work with Varsity Tutors in August of 2014, I worked in a K-8 school as an intervention math teacher. There, I tutored elementary- and middle-school students in math in small groups. Working in that setting taught me more about how to explain abstract concepts simply and creatively, and about how to use quizzes and evaluations to track student progress. During college, I helped my...

...AP and honors classes. I have a passion for learning that I hope to pass onto you. My core teaching philosophy revolves around the fact that all students learn differently and have different interests and it is my job to find ways to engage my students in a way that they are willing and able to learn. While I certainly am not perfect, I will work as hard as my students do to ensure that...

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.

...my friends and family when they came to me asking for help. After I graduated, I tutored a woman who was studying for the citizenship test to become a U.S. Citizen. As a native Spanish speaker, she had trouble pronouncing and understanding certain words. After two months of tutoring, she took the test and passed with flying colors. It was during this time that I discovered my passion and skills for tutoring. I really care...

...I have tutored students in elementary school all the way up through the age of my current peers. In preparation for college, I took the ACT multiple times and in the process learned a great deal of tips and strategies that are useful for raising scores. I believe in helping students truly understand the material, not just memorize it. I look forward to working with you and helping you reach your goals!

Eager to hone my teaching skills prior to entering graduate school to pursue becoming a professor in astrophysics. I offer an individualized approach to a variety of subjects, including math, physics, and standardized test prep. Looking forward to meeting with you!

...am especially passionate about teaching English reading and writing because as someone who personally went through the process of learning English from scratch, I deeply understand the challenges involved in honing one's language skills. I hope to use the lessons I have learned from my experience to help others who are working on improving their reading and writing skills, no matter how far they are along the process. I am patient, persistent, supportive, receptive to...

Welcome to my page! I just graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia with my BS in Biology. In August, I'll be heading to UMKC School of Dentistry. I'm hoping to use this summer to help someone else get ahead academically. I've tutored college-level biology courses at Mizzou, but am comfortable with a variety of science courses at any level.

...with a B.A. in English Language and Literature. I also hold a minor degree in Spanish. While in university, I studied abroad in Oxford, England as part of my school's honors program and caught the travel bug. After working for a software company for a few years, I moved to South Korea to teach ESL. There, I taught a range of ages and skill levels, from kindergarten phonics to university-level English literature courses. I also...

...math tutor for over a year and tutored kids in math voluntarily throughout high school. Apart from mathematics, I have a deep passion for reading and writing. I served as a writing center tutor in my high school and delved deep into language and literature classes, as well as debate and creative reading and writing, which are all experiences that I am confident I can draw upon for tutoring in these subjects. I strive to...

...May 2021 with a BA in Biology and a minor in Writing. I am a dental student at University of Missouri-Kansas City and I will graduate with a DDS in 2025. I have benefitted immensely from study groups, peer workshops, and online resources during my time in undergrad, so I know how much a little extra work can help in the long run. I am excited to work with you to make your English, reading,...

...I have gotten seven A's and one A-. I attribute much of my 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...