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Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…help my students see how what we're working on isn't so strange after all! Before beginning to work with Varsity Tutors in August of 2014, I worked in a K-8 school as an intervention math teacher. There, I tutored elementary- and middle-school students in math in small groups. Working in that setting taught me more about how to explain abstract concepts simply and creatively, and about how to use quizzes and evaluations to track student...
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University of Kansas- Bachelors, Biology, Environmental Studies
Russell: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…which were always personal favorites. Even more importantly, in my pursuit of the sciences and humanities I have not just mastered two different types of content; rather, I’ve mastered two different ways of thinking. Because I understand both the way a strong humanities student might think and the way a strong science student might think, I’m able to ‘translate’ for students who are strong in one but not the other. I can make science verbal,...
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The University of Texas at Austin- Bachelors, Chemistry & Classics
Eliza: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…of 9th grade students at a local synagogue. My class focused on the role of women in some of the most pivotal stories in the bible. This experience gave me first hand experience in tailoring subjects to the learning styles of my students and also taught me how to bring subjects, often viewed as boring, to life for them. I really enjoy working with students on History and English, as well as Critical Reading and...
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Macalester College- Bachelor in Arts, History and Classical Civilizations
Patrick: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…I am leaning towards Majors in English and Classical Philology. On Monday and Wednesday afternoons, a group of my colleagues and me visit a nearby grade school to help Fourth through Eighth Graders with their Math and Reading. I love college, but I try to step outside the "ivory tower" once in a while. Outside academics, I enjoy riding my bike, playing soccer and basketball, reading, and holding rich conversation. I am a huge Chess fan...
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University of Dallas- Current Undergrad, English and Classics
Alisa: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
I am a junior at the University of Kansas studying Mathematics. I will be tutoring math up to Calculus I (or AP Calculus AB); I will also be tutoring the entirety of the ACT.
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University of Kansas- Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Katie: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
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…way, and I believe it is our job as educators to meet the child where he or she is at and implement tools and techniques that allow the child to successfully grow. I would say that I have a strong background in education and have had many diverse experiences with children. I do have a bachelors from Emporia State in integrated studies and a masters in elementary education from Rockhurst University. Throughout my educational career,...
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Emporia State University- Bachelors, Integrated Studies
Rockhurst University- Masters, Elementary Education
Darel: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…professionally for over three years for individual classes as well as standardized test preparation. I am able to tutor a wide variety of subjects; however, my passion lies in languages and history. In my experience tutoring non-English speakers, I have learned how to solidify short-term knowledge to the long term and apply this not only to languages, but many other subjects, as well. I am a strong believer in the value and necessity of education,...
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University of Kansas- Bachelor in Arts, Classical Languages
Christian: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
After graduating with my MA in Latin from the University of Michigan, I found myself in unfamiliar territory. I had been a student my entire life, and suddenly, I was not. My eventual goal was (and still is) to earn a teaching certificate, but that is still a ways off. What else could I do? An idea hit me. Just because I am not a student anymore, however, does not mean I can't still dedicate...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor- Bachelors, Classical Civilizations
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor- Masters, Latin
Daniele: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…them. I get really excited about learning/re-discovering things and subsequently about teaching those things to my students. I believe that education is the best way to expand not only your mind, but to improve your situation and quality of life. When I'm not teaching, I love to read, make jewelry, travel, watch Doctor Who and play with my cat, Oedipus. I am also just starting to train for 5Ks, but I am not the biggest...
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Missouri State University - Bachelor in Arts, German and Latin
University of Missouri Kansas City - Master of Arts, TESOL
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Christopher: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…clause in Ancient Greek and I hope to begin a PhD program in the fall. I completed my MA with a 4.0 GPA and received a perfect score on the verbal GRE. I also scored 168 on the LSAT and graduated in the top ten percent of my law school class. My teaching experience includes two years' teaching Latin and Myth at the college level and two years' private tutoring of subjects ranging from the...
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University of Iowa- Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art
University of Kansas- Master of Arts, Classics
Emma: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
Hi, I'm Emma! I'm a rising senior Classics major at Carleton College in Northfield, MN. I study Latin, Ancient Greek, and the histories associated with the two languages. Outside of class, I'm an RA, and I spend 6-8 hours a week tutoring and teaching college access courses in a nearby high school. In the future, I hope to teach high school Latin!
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Carleton College- Bachelor in Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Mark: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
I'm a recent graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in Life Sciences. I am able to help students with many subjects but I feel best when teaching life sciences (obviously), as well as history and Latin. In my free time I enjoy reading, playing video games, learning new things, and watching and talking about films, TV, etc. I look forward to helping people succeed.
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Kansas State University- Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Apryl: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…am positive, and enjoy helping others understand "why" and "what", and teach them an enjoyment of learning even if they dont like the subject. I foster a fun and creative learning environment and meet your/your students individual needs. My experience includes classical education, private education, adult education, parent and student education, middle school students, college prep, college level English courses, and homeschooling my own children. I enjoy outdoor life: especially the hanging in my hammock...
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Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary- Bachelor of Science, Education
Courtney: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals and develop the skills you need to face future challenges. Outside academia, I love to read I...
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Augsburg College- Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
Erica: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…subjects and consider the following areas to be my specialties: *Standardized tests, such as the ISEE, SSAT, and AP examinations *Students who demonstrate challenging behaviors *Long-term tutoring in math and reading--I love to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as a Crisis Services...
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Oberlin College- Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
Abigail: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…to a scholar at the University of Washington who works on education policy. As an undergraduate, I was involved with a student organization that tutored students at a local K-8 school who were struggling with reading and writing. My student was thirteen years old, and most of the resources for his reading level were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension...
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芝加哥大学- Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Dylan: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…Washington, D.C., and plans to split his time between New York and Seattle in upcoming summers. Dylan discovered his passion for mentoring on the lacrosse field in high school while helping to run summer youth lacrosse camps, and became involved in academic tutoring through his high school soon after. He believes that common foundations of learning exist across many disciplines, and values a specific and flexible approach to any topic to best apply those ideas...
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Columbia University in the City of New York- Current Undergrad, Psychology
Serena: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…a wide range of subjects but I'm most passionate about History, English and Literature. These are topics I love discussing in general and I'm always happy to have a chance to help someone else find enjoyment in the subject. Trying to encourage of love of learning is an important part of my teaching philosophy and I try to do so by finding out what my students are interested in. Outside tutoring; I enjoy reading and...
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Brown University- Bachelor in Arts, History
Aneri : Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
I tutor because it is fun and rewarding. I love sharing my knowledge with others and help students get past learning hurdles. I have more than 5 years of tutoring experience and experience tutoring elementary students all the way up to college students. Currently I am a sophomore at Cornell University studying neuroscience as my major and math as my minor. Even at college I have continued tutoring. I am on the E-board for our...
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Cornell University- Current Undergrad, Psychology
Hayley: Shawnee Mission Latin tutor
Certified Latin Tutor in Shawnee Mission, KS
…我的为每个客户量身定制studen教训ts. As both a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with my dog. I am a huge traveler and am very thankful to...
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Barnard College- Bachelors, Anthropology
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