Award-Winning Tutors in Kansas City, MO for Students in Special Education Programs

I am passionate about helping students find what makes them feel successful, inside or outside of the classroom. I have experience in special education and law, have spent over a decade in the classroom, and love being able to share my experiences to help students build their own success toolkits for their future careers.

...Master's degree in Applied Positive Psychology at University of Pennsylvania. I currently work with 2:1 and 1:1 students aged 4-17 who have been diagnosed with ADHD, Anxiety, learning disorders and behavior issues at various levels of functioning where I get to engage in positive behavior management strategies with students while also teaching them how to succeed. I actively encourage positive thinking toward each student, teammate, and the variety of challenges encountered daily while working with...

...of Art. I loved my coursework, especially how art and society influenced each other, and by understanding one, you could begin to understand the other. I returned to Ohio State for my Masters of Education degree in Elementary Education. I went on to teach in Minnesota and in Kansas, primarily in kindergarten classrooms and early childhood classrooms. Along the way, I received my Masters of Science in early childhood unified (special education and general education)...

...However, I also understand that our current school system is not tailored to help individual students. As such, I aim to give students the extra help they need but cannot get in the classroom. I am in school at Grand Canyon University and am working on obtaining a degree in Elementary Education. I currently work full-time as a literacy interventionist in a local elementary school. I'm very good at staying organized and enjoy most school...

...BA in French/Education and I have an ESL certification. I have worked with kids in tutoring and mentoring since I was about 16 years old. I know how frustrating it can be to not understand something while it is being taught in the classroom. As a result, I can connect with most of students pretty well. I let them know right off the bat that they are not alone and they can learn the material....

...me. I am a Special Education Teacher of 11 years, experience in the public school systems, as well as in the hospitalized and special day school settings. I live in the Midwest with my two daughters, and my husband, who has just joined the field of wind energy. I have always loved academia, with particular strengths in the arts and research. I enjoy reading, incorporating creativity into my teaching practices, and teaching students how to...

...have served a variety of students as a special education professional, but have also collaborated with the regular education population. Math and Reading instruction are my relative areas of instructional strength; however, I have assisted students in every academic genre. I have experience to some degree with all grade levels K-12. My goal is to assist and mentor young adults through their trials and tribulations. I look forward to learning from mistakes and celebrating successes...

...Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and in Germanic Languages and Literature. I absolutely love to travel and experience different cultures! After graduating from KU in 2013, I spent a year in Northeastern Germany working as an au pair. I am most passionate about and have the most experience with German and English as a Second Language, however I am also very interested in History. That said, I am excited for all of the challenges that...

...Special Education. I have taught and been an administrator for 34 years. I am certified in Elementary Education K-8 and all areas of Special Education K-12. I believe in making learning fun, setting goals, and stretching the student to meet their potential. I think it is important for students to understand strategies that personally help them to be successful. I use a wide variety of multi-sensory techniques to meet each child's needs. My students know...

...Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special Education. I have worked in many different settings with children who have a variety of disabilities. I feel that all children and adults can contribute, in a positive way, to our society. There is not a greater reward than seeing the smile or twinkle in a students eyes when they have learned something. I appreciate that what might be appropriate goals for...

...school, when all I wanted to do is work with my peers in assisting them with their studies. Throughout my high school career, I was involved in multiple opportunities that allowed for me to foster my skills as I was part of the Drama club, School Leadership committee, Music Scholars as well as an graduate of the Inroads Business Program. It seemed only logical that I pursue a career in education, as my background was...

...Orleans, with a BA in History, as well as a magna cum laude graduate with a Master's degree in Education from the University of Kansas. I am licensed in general and special education, as well as ESL. I also lived as an exchange student in Germany, and enjoyed the process of learning another language. I have 7 years of teaching experience in special education, elementary education, and early childhood education, and am looking forward to...

Hello! I am a dog loving lawyer in the KC area. I love tutoring as a part time job and have been doing it for years through various companies. I tutor a variety of subjects, and enjoy tailoring my approach to the specific needs of my clients.

I am an energetic educator that believes students learn best when they have an active role in their education. I believe that I can create a personalized learning experience based on the student's interests and learning style to increase retention. I believe that creating authentic learning experiences that are relevant to their life will help to engage the student in the learning process.

...Arts in Elementary Education with a focus on special education. After graduation I began teaching in the Gardner/ Edgerton school district. During my five years as an educator, I had the opportunity to teach a variety of grade levels including 6th, 4th, and 2nd. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about math and reading. There is nothing more fulfilling than helping a young person recognize their potential and giving them...

...a nearly 3.9 GPA, my mission is to provide flexible, student-centered tutoring across a variety of subjects, including literacy, science, health, and environmental studies. I believe every student learns differently, and I tailor my approach to meet their unique needswhether they're building reading skills, exploring science concepts, or strengthening academic confidence overall. With a focus on critical thinking, communication, and long-term understanding, I aim to create a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to...

...undergraduate degree in Classical Languages and History, and went on to receive my Master's in Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary Social Studies Education from UMKC. I have taught everywhere from high school to second grade. I am most passionate about teaching history to all ages of students and reading and writing to upper elementary students. I firmly believe that everyone can learn and because of this I also have a background of special education as...

...Nazarene University. Recently, I completed my Masters in Special Education. My experience with education is varied: I student-taught grades 7-10 in English (mainly focusing on 8th grade ELA and reading support) while working on my bachelor's degree; after graduation, I worked as a kindergarten aide for 2 years, a para for 1 year, and then began teaching elementary school special education. My first year of teaching was the infamous COVID year so I finished that...

...encourage 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...

...a major in Special Education. I hold a Missouri 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...