Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving St. Louis, MO

...tutor for Girls Inc. In my free time, I like to read books, bake, and train for races; I recently completed my first half marathon! My approach to tutoring is recognizing that everyone has a different learning style. Experimenting with different approaches to learning, whether that be visual, auditory, or tactile- kinesthetic, enables the student to not only grasp the material, but also retain it. All it takes is exploring what works best for each...

...and Common Core tests. In schools where students had never passed AP scores, over 45 of my students scored 3s, 4s, and 5s on the AP US History, AP English Language, and AP US Government exams. With the right motivation, I believe that all students can achieve excellence in all subject areas. All students can thrive with individual attention and instruction, and that is why I'm thrilled to be a part of Varsity Tutors.... My teaching...

...actively involved in every aspect of our Christian ministry. I pledge to help students achieve their stated life goals, and I will relate to each of them with respect and dignity. I pledge to also provide positive feedback and support to motivate them to learn and become proficient in oral and written communication. Accordingly, I will teach functional, standardized English grammar and composition as a tool of effective communication. My emphasis on using critical thinking...

...about Philosophy, Logic, Physics, and Writing. By exploring my passions, I have come to realize that these topics are more than just areas of study but rather ways that students can express themselves and their interests. I have been a teaching assistant at the university level for almost two years now. I have helped students from a variety of backgrounds engage in various topics in logic and philosophy. As a tutor, I aim to help...

...acquired a Master of Arts Degree in Education Administration. Currently, I am pursuing a Specialist Degree with an emphasis in Education Administration at Lindenwood University. As a result of my passion for learning, it is my aspiration to apply for acceptance into the Lindenwood University's Doctoral Program for the upcoming Fall Semester. Moreover, because of my personal and professional educational experiences, I have been afforded the great opportunity to contribute to the academic success and...

...American electoral politics and independently studying positive psychology and Middle Eastern governments. I hope to eventually go to law school, where I can continue to research, read, analyze, and write extensively. A step in this direction, I took the LSAT a few months ago and I am familiar with the test's altered protocol. In addition to majors and minors, I have studied upper-level math, literature, philosophy, and art history. My favorite subjects to teach are...

...given in group classes overburden students with strategies and bring needless complexity to an already complex test. My approach, instead, is guided feedback tailored to a student's weaker points based on 1-on1 assessment. Rather than sit and listen to me lecture for 2 hours, the students will drill problem sets under my supervision and receive explanations and mini lessons after each attempt. I've found this approach both highly gratifying to my students and highly efficient...

...with an Economics degree in May 2017. I have been tutoring for over 10 years and have worked with students in a wide range of subjects as well as preparing for the ACT. In the course of my work, I have personally witnessed the great impact that tutoring can have in terms of both achievement and discovering the joy of learning. Through these experiences, I have realized how much I love helping others learn and...

...Anthropology and History to Writing and college-level Mathematics. I received a 5 on AP Calculus, AP US History, AP US Government, AP English Literature, and AP English Writing and Composition. I also serve as an educational mentor with the Vine Institute, a program that offers educational courses to refugees from across the world. I am patient and diligent as a tutor and committed to meeting each student where they are, helping them to identify their...

...College at the University of Cambridge, England, where I received my Master of Philosophy in Archaeology. My thesis topic was a stone toolkit produced by Neanderthals in southwestern France. I love foreign languages and traveling abroad. I have been lucky enough to visit Morocco, Hungary, Mexico, Canada, and several countries in western Europe. Besides French, I also speak a little Italian and a tiny bit of Spanish. I enjoy working with foreign students, as I...

...I am a new graduate of the University of Toronto. During my time in Toronto, I studied bioethics, with minors in philosophy and environmental ethics and sustainability. Having studied ethics and philosophy in-depth, I often write essays as assessments and feel confident in my ability to help brainstorm, edit, and more. While my interests are in the social sciences, I have worked with elementary-aged to college-aged students in a variety of subjects, and have learned...

University of Missouri - Saint Louis Magna Cum Laude Bachelor of Arts Anthropology, Minors in Art History and Japanese University of New Orleans Bachelor of Arts Studio Art-Digital Art; Minor in Film 6+ years teaching and tutoring through various academic levels. Former competitive swimmer and active youth swim coach. Experience with teaching children with special needs and IEPs.

...consider myself a lifelong learner. My passion is teaching and I love to help students reach their goals! I approach teaching with the belief that every student can be successful. I assess needs and formulate strategies for each student, provide self-direction, and bring a positive attitude. Letting students pursue their interests is important to me and I like to include them in my lessons. When students are engaged, learning is a lot more fun!

...my experience as a teacher in Creighton's "Philosophy for Children" program, has helped me to understand that teaching, one-on-one or in a classroom setting, is something that I'm passionate about. I believe that dialogue between mentor and pupil, much in the style of Plato's works, is the most effective way of imparting knowledge. Despite how overbearing or intimidating that might sound, I also think that light, informal settings are the best for tutoring. In my...

...degree at Washington University in St. Louis. I previously tutored English during my senior year of high school and informally assisted with test preparation. I feel comfortable tutoring GRE, ACT and ISEE test preparation, as well as Chemistry and World History. My favorite subject to tutor is standardized test preparation because I find it rewarding to see someone's score improve. I prefer an interactive teaching style because I want the student to have input on...

I'm a certified English and social studies teacher. I'm now studying school psychology and working as a linguistic analyst. Specialties include: high school and college-level writing, social science (psychology, sociology, etc)... I'm also an amateur horror writer and actor! I can surely teach you something interesting you didn't know before. Let's unleash your mind's full potential and conquer your academic fears!

...in tutoring the disciplines of math and logic. At Millikin University I served as the head student tutor of math my senior year as well as the head of my university's freshmen academic success program my junior year. As a recent undergraduate student and a current MBA student, I pride myself in understanding the unique circumstances current learners are facing. This helps me connect with my students to create the best possible atmosphere for success.

...on the changes that have taken place in my profession in recent years. With larger class sizes and an increasingly diverse student body in St. Louis area schools, individual instruction is at a premium. This is what makes tutoring such a valuable service to families. Tutoring honors and promotes the individuality that is essential to authentic learning. Though I specialize in upper school humanities, I understand the universal goals of education and have experience teaching...

I am a professional educator with about two decades of experience, both in the U.S. and overseas. My main areas of expertise are history and the English as a Foreign Language. Online tutoring is exciting because I believe the future of education is online.

...tutor in Philosophy, Classical Languages and Mythology, and Writing Skills. As a PhD student I have taught a variety of Philosophy courses and I have worked as a Writing Tutor for my University. I can offer assistance in a variety of areas of philosophy (ranging from Introduction to Philosophy to upper-level courses such as Philosophy of Religion or Medical Ethics). As a writing tutor, I can provide helpful feedback in academic writing or in professional...