Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Shawnee Mission, KS

...and have been doing formal tutoring since 2013. Much of my teaching philosophy centers around one word: "why". Pushing students to understand why and how something works on their 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...

...favorites are Algebra, Calculus, and Physics. When working with a student, I have found that showing the student that you are excited and interested in the subject, as well 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,...

I graduated from college in May 2011 with a degree in astrophysics. I will be tutoring students in math , physics, and ACT/SAT prep. I want to tutor because, as a math and science student, I get a real thrill out of understanding new concepts, and I want my students to experience that joy for...

...in a unique fashion to tailor the session to the needs of the student. Outside of school, I enjoy watching sports (of course I'm a little partial to the Jayhawks, Royals, and chiefs), reading, video games, and also trying to work in some volunteer work in the local area. Overall, each session should be entirely about helping the student attain success in the subject by teaching them in a fashion they can understand. I never...

...of Science in Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering and have just moved back home to the Kansas City area to start my job at Deloitte Consulting in the near future. During the time I was pursuing my undergraduate degree I tutored for introductory engineering courses such as Chemistry and Physics, and helped grade and guide students on their lab reports in the Introduction to Industrial Engineering course. I love helping students, and really consider it...

...worked closely with many students of all ages, and I find that, no matter how old, every person has areas they can improve in. It is important to me to know what each of my students wants to accomplish in their time with me, and how they think that can best be achieved. I have attended Washburn University in Topeka Kansas, The University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, and Johnson County Community College in Olathe,...

...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 Kansas City.

...Curriculum and Instruction. My area of specialization is the sciences. I enjoy reading, being outdoors, and spending time with my family and friends. I look forward to helping others achieve their academic goals. For my hobbies I enjoy being outdoors and outdoor activities including camping, hiking, backpacking and canoeing. I also like traveling. Conversational spanish is a skill that I acquired while traveling. I love spending time with my family and friends and I am...

...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 topics including Biology, Anatomy, and Math. I simply enjoy learning, and that is why I am interested in so...

...1967. I taught physics at LSU and the University of Georgia for three years and worked for 36 years in applied physics and engineering management at Honeywell FM&T in Kansas City. Since I retired in 2006 I have tutored physics at Johnson County Community College and high school students in the greater Kansas City area. I adapt my tutoring approach to each student based on his/her level of understanding concepts, math skills, and English language...

I am a young professional born and raised in Kansas City, Mo. I received my BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Missouri in 2013, and I am now pursuing my MBA at UMKC. I am a young marketing professional with good industry knowledge and experience.

...levels of algebra, along My favorite subject to tutor is statistics. Every day we see statistics in the real world, and I like that I get to teach students how to interpret and analyze that information from a mathematical perspective. I recognize that some people really struggle with mathematics. Sometimes math can seem like learning a new language. As a tutor and instructor, my goal is to give students the tools needed to connect and...

...about teaching because I believe education is the best legacy you can give to a child. I have worked with students across different age groups and across different grade levels. From my experience, engaging students by making them part of whatever subject you are teaching makes it much easier for them to learn. I got my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Nigeria. Master's degree was in biomedical science from Kansas City University of Medicine and...

...but also a desire to share this knowledge with others. Because of this, 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 coming members of such a great field. I have...

The best way to learn is by teaching. As a successful student, I have been teaching others in a variety of subjects for many years. I believe in using strengths to aid weaknesses and treat each student uniquely by tailoring my teaching style to the way they learn. ... I believe in capitalizing on each student's strengths and using those methods that come easily to them to approach their weaknesses.... Get to know them, their learning...

...teaching certificate in the areas of Learning Disabled, Educable Mentally Retarded and Art K-9. After 32 years of teaching I have recently retired. While I have experience teaching all grade levels, I especially enjoy upper elementary, middle and high school ages. During my years teaching, I taught all 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,...

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.

...Elementary Education. I will be working as a 5th grade teacher in Leavenworth, KS in August of 2020. I am currently student teaching in a 2nd grade classroom and we have now moved over to online teaching. During my off time, I like to hang out at my house with my animals, drink coffee, prepare for next year's class, and find new shows on Netflix and Hulu to watch! I absolutely love reading and have...

...attained my Associate of Arts from Johnson County Community College. My favorite subject to tutor is math because it is a language that we use to interpret what happens around us. That is why it becomes really important to excel in math skills as its applications are endless. I enjoy the process of helping students because understanding math is not only about understanding math. It is also about applying that math in real life. My...

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.