Award-Winning Tutors serving Crestwood, MO

...Run (GOTR). As a mentor for BBBS, I often helped my little sister with her homework, and clarified any questions she had about the subject matter. As a GOTR coach I taught participants about a positive self-image and healthy dietary choices. My experiences working with others and my devotion to education make me an effective...

...to see how the student sees the problem and find a way that will work for not just today, but for the future. No matter the subject, I work with students on strategies to understand and to execute problems quickly and efficiently, and I love the moment when something clicks. I've been tutoring for over...

...could understand, I'm unsure that I would have succeeded in any of my introductory science classes. I want to help students who have difficulty learning in a traditional lecture setting by creating problems, critical-thinking strategies, and hands-on learning experiences that are relevant to the student and the material at hand. While both science and math-based...

...a classroom teacher as well and currently is studying to become a school psychologist; and my father, after retiring from the Air Force, has taught literature and rhetoric at a number of community colleges near his home in Ohio. Like my family, I am an extremely passionate and enthusiastic person who feels like their "best...

...am originally from Kansas City, but now I teach Spanish and German at Pattonville High School in St. Louis. As a teacher, the experience I have from working with students of many backgrounds and abilities affords me many skills as a tutor. I studied abroad in Mexico and Germany while in college and developed a...

...to increase their skills in mathematics, reading, and other academic subjects. Ultimately, the middle school program is geared toward preparing the students for the nationally standardized MAP tests. During my 2 years with UrbanFuture, I was able to develop different teaching methods and styles dependent on the student I was teaching. Everyone has their own...

...Louis area, and volunteering at a nursing home. As a writer, I have a great deal of experience composing scientific reports, analytical literary analysis, philosophical and political arguments, and creative pieces. Fiction writing is one of my personal passions, and my creative work has been published in several literary journals. I love working with writers...

...am currently a graduate student completing my Masters of Science in Predictive Analytics through Northwestern University. I recently moved back to St. Louis from New York City, where I was Associate Director of Analytics for a digital advertising agency. Math, statistics and economics have always been the subjects I enjoyed learning about the most and...

...Humanities scholar at the University of Puerto Rico. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively to many diverse countries in Central America, South America, Europe, and Asia. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish. Being bilingual has been a tremendous gift for me, and it has enabled me to...

...level. In addition, I have taught ESL courses to adults in Madrid, Spain. I have experience working with students of various age groups in large groups and individually. I tutor AP Spanish Literature and Culture, Spanish 1, 2, 3 and 4, ACT Reading and Writing, and AP English Literature and Composition. I am most passionate...

...I took that as a personal challenge, and looked forward to working one-on-one with my students. I was able to see the light bulb come on when a they "got it" and I could see their confidence growing. I love being a part of that process, which is why I became a teacher. I look...

...first began tutoring in high school as a cadet teacher for my AP Chemistry class. I only taught the whole class a few times, but I quickly realized that being on the teacher side of education gives a whole new perspective on the subject matter, and I find it very interesting. I then got my...

...for two weeks. I created fun activities focused on improving basic math and reading skills, collaborated with other instructors, motivated students, and led one on one classes during the afterschool program. Also, in high school, I was briefly a tutor for geometry, chemistry, and calculus AB. Currently, I just finished my first year of college...

...this subject. I also feel comfortable with ACT prep across all subjects although I do not use a specific strategy as they never worked for me. Also, I am a stickler for proper grammar and spelling, but can also help with essay writing and other areas of English education. I have always been good with...

I am a veteran of public education with a background in administrative leadership, curriculum, reading/writing/literacy skills professional development, equity, and budgeting.

...remember struggling with some subjects in undergrad and using tutors, which ended up being super helpful. I understand how stressful school can be. I prefer a study environment that can be fun while still holding students accountable. As a nurse, it is important to think critically, so this is some of what we focus on....

...rather than through lecture. During my time at Truman I conducted research in psychology on two different research teams. With one team I studied the effects that heart rate has on one's physical and mental health. On the other team I helped to conduct research on cognitive effects of subliminal priming. In high school I...

...have a passion for helping others! I have taught children and young adults in various capacities for over 20 years! I am a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA), and a licensed (school) psychologist which means I know about development, academics, and behavior. Learning and studying are behaviors, so my focus is on helping to change...

...University as a grad student and then spent 6 years caring for birds of prey at the World Bird Sanctuary. My job gave me the opportunity to teach thousands of people about nature and conservation. I currently work as a full-time substitute teacher for elementary schools in the St. Louis area. My experiences teaching and...

I feel my function is to prepare students for the next step, kind of like a minor league coach. It's going to burn a little, but it will absolutely be worth it in the end.