Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Shawnee Mission, KS

...and I strive to help every student I tutor gain the necessary skills and habits to achieve whatever score they are aiming for. Standardized testing and school in general can be a huge stress on students, and as a tutor I want to help mediate some of that stress by not only better preparing you as a student, but giving you whatever advice I may have to offer to help you feel better about your...

...working towards a teaching certificate. Ever since I took my first Spanish class in the seventh grade, I have been in love with the language and all the different cultures it is a part of. I am very passionate about the importance of Spanish in America today, as well as helping Hispanic families learn English, while not forsaking their native language. While learning Spanish over the years, I also fell in love with many other...

...currently a Neurology Resident at Kansas University Medical Center. I am ready to tutor a number of subjects, but I would like to help students with MCAT or GRE test preparation. I favor the Sciences but I would be happy to tutor in any subject. I was a TA in college and taught other learners in medical school and residency. In my free time I like to ride, exercise, play with my dogs and explore...

...taught courses at the collegiate level, tutored privately in numerous settings, and have an advanced degree in a critical thinking field. I love teaching and building relationships with my students. I try to make my students feel comfortable around me and learn their study habits in order for me to tailor my lessons to help them learn in the most effective manner. I love to run, bike, ride horses, and mostly do things outdoors with...

...spent hours and hours tutoring others over the Internet. For me teaching is an adventure. Everyone has different perspectives, and when you are teaching you have to be able to both provide a new perspective and to understand (so as to enlarge) someone else's perspective. In my non-teaching time, I am interested in Physics and Mathematics and working out practical problems from plumbing to electronics. I will someday go back for my Ph.D. in Physics...

My ultimate goal is to strive for the highest and to inspire those with whom I interact to do the same. Be the best that you can be, and be proud of the things you do.

...one to seek answers, as it is in this way that the student will advance. My goal is to facilitate this advancement of knowledge with the main theme of my teaching philosophy being reasoned thought and repeatable habits. The goal is to encourage thinking in rational ways in the classroom, in groups and when distance learning outside the classroom. I emphasize to the student the need to inventory their resources with the goal of learning how...

...sign up for more classes. I am a recently returned Peace Corps Volunteer; I spent over a year working in a small school in Namibia (Southern Africa) teaching English, Math, and Computer Skills in a resource-poor environment. I am enthusiastic and creative, and am constantly scanning the latest pedagogical literature to keep abreast of current teaching theories. My strengths lie in verbal expression, although I have a background in science (especially biology) as well. My...

...explain a complex principle or theory in simple language, that instructor thoroughly understands what they are teaching. I start with this, and introduce terms and jargon later. It brings great satisfaction, and enjoyment to explain an interesting scientific topic to another person, who is interested in said topic, but does not yet understand it. It can open-up a whole new world of wonder and understanding, and can change that person's life for the better.

...in Thailand. I developed personalized English language programs for Thai graduate-level students. When I returned to the United States, I taught refugee fifth grade boys in all subjects for a year. I have tutored middle school and high school students in Geometry, Algebra, Writing, and Chemistry. And I have tutored college students in Biology. For tutoring, I create personalized study strategies based on a student’s strength and weaknesses. I work interactively to encourage independence and...

I am a recent graduate from the University of Central Missouri. I am an outgoing and enthusiastic academic tutor in the areas of mathematics (elementary math, algebra 1, algebra 2), German (German 1 & 2), and homework support. My hobbies and interests include computer science, tennis, games, movies, and social outings. ... My teaching philosophy is that of patience, support, and excellence. As long as a student wants me to tutor them, I will do it...

...well as any math and science academic subjects. My consistent math and science workload in college has made me confident of my mastery and ability to tutor these subjects. Outside of academics, I am passionate about global health and helping underserved communities. I spent a summer working in Kisumu, Kenya on a malnutrition project and I plan to work in Nicaragua on a project focused on bringing clean water to underserved communities in the future....

...City. Throughout my lengthy education I have taken several courses on each of the subject that I tutor and have taken quite a few standardized exams. This has allowed me not only to master the information, but also to experience a variety of teaching styles. I know first hand how important it is to tailor teaching towards an individual and always work to make the most of my time spent with those I tutor. In...

...with patients and their families. I taught surgery residents and nurses about operative techniques and patient care. This background nicely translates into my ability to teach and relate to students and their families. I am patient, laid back, humorous, and can establish a rapport with people of any age. I prepare diligently for each session that I teach and make certain my student understands the material. Each session must be rewarding to both student and...

...as connecting it to a real world situation or profession makes the atmosphere fun and relaxed. Under those circumstances, learning is easier and the knowledge is more effectively retained. I believe that a strong math and science education lays the foundation for success in any field, as skills such as critical thinking can be broadly applied to all career paths. In my free time, I am an avid concert goer, Sporting Kansas City supporter, reader,...

...class a small quiz at the end. Outside of my academic work, I love traveling, spending time with my two dogs, running, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. I am currently on track to receiving my dental degree from the University of Missouri- Kansas City School of Dentistry. I look forward to sharing the knowledge I have gained throughout the past seven years spent in college, as well as inspiring others to reach...

...3rd grade, 7th grade communications, college writing and literature. While working on my MEd, I studied under Dorothea Watson for two years (she continued to mentor me for many years after my completed degrees). Dr. Watson developed Miscue Analysis. Miscue analysis involves a running record that is used to identify difficulties faced by students when they read. I have successfully applied Miscue Analysis to elementary, middle school,and high school students' reading From 2011-2020 I created...

I am interested in tutoring with Varsity Tutors because I value education, and enjoy helping other students learn. I specialize in anthropology, both biological and cultural, as well as human anatomy and French.

I am a recent graduate from Wichita State University. While there, I majored in Biological Sciences and minored in Anthropology. I am passionate about biology and using biological education to make the world a better, cleaner, healthier place. I believe everyone can learn to love science if given the right opportunities!

...and instructional approaches to meet the needs of each student. Through this, I have developed skills in training a variety of learning preferences and accommodating for students' entire set of needs and circumstances. Additionally, I am formally evaluated by these students at the end of each semester and have been receiving positive feedback. The summer after college, I was studying for the Dental Admissions Test in which I received a 20 Academic Average. The subjects...