Sorcha H.

• Lawrence, KS 66046 ( 26.3 mi )
• Experienced Writing Tutor

• Female Age 51
• Member since: 10/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30 to $50 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Highly Qualified, Irish National, Experienced Educator

Creative teaching style, pulling on a variety of influences from my own schooling in Ireland; and as a freelance instructor with KU's Continuing Education "Osher" program. Over five years' experience working with children, teens and retired professionals. Strong track record incorporating arts-based teaching mechanisms to facilitate learning, particularly for students who study with reading, writing and comprehension. Extensive experience as a substitution teacher in Ireland, covering History, English Literature and Geography lessons.
Extensive experience as a freelance educator in variety of school and arts-based settings Taught English-as-a-Second-Language in Madrid, Spain for two years as third-level student Former Youth & Family Outreach Coordinator for University of Kansas' Spencer Museum of Art Former Assistant Director with Douglas County District Court "Child-in-Need-of- ... read more

Jennie S.

• Lawrence, KS 66047 ( 20.5 mi )
• Experienced Writing Tutor

• Female Age 39
• Member Since: 07/2012
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have taught pre-k for 2 years prior to my experience in elementary education. I have a variety of experiences working with children in various settings including tutoring. For the past two years, I was a first grade teacher in a public school. This year I will be a first and second grade teacher in a private school.
I believe in hands-on cooperative learning activities to fully engage students.

Angie B.

• Topeka, KS 66614 ( 23.7 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2012
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Over 15 years experience-Master's Degree K-8

I have been tutoring all subjects K-8 for over 15 years. I am a certified teacher and currently teach 6th grade. I worked at Sylvan Learning Center for over a year before becoming a private tutor. I have been very pleased with the results I have seen with private tutoring. References are available on request.
I think lots of modeling and review of the concepts being taught is essential. I want the student to observe the modeling and then for me to guide them through the learning of the concepts. Students should be fully engaged in order to gain a full understanding.

nancy a.

• Topeka, KS 66606 ( 25.4 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female Age 55
• Member Since: 12/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $25.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Experience 2009-2011 Oxford Learning Center Doha, Qatar Teacher ? Part time evening lessons provided. ? Teaching primarily English or Math to groups of three students. ? Following set programs for each individual student and providing feedback on students’ progress. 2003-2006 Sunbeam School Doha, Qatar Special Educational Needs Teacher • To provide a high quality educational program service to primary aged children with a variety of special needs. • Working with a multi-disciplinary team to assess, diagnose, plan and provide appropriate intervention to all referred children. • Contributing to the initiation, regular monitoring and end of term review of individual Education Plans • Deliver a knowledge based service to all clients associated with Sunbeam School. • To liase with clients' families and associ ... read more

Zach M.

• Lawrence, KS 66044 ( 32.1 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male Age 36
• Member Since: 11/2012
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Reading

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I am a kenisthetic learner but when "hands on" is really not an option I (especially with mathematics) draw so that I have a visual, physical representation of the task at hand.
I have never had formal experience tutoring. However Throughout my years of schooling I would participate in study groups which I see as everyone tutoring eachother. I also have two siblings, one very close in age and the other is approximately four years younger. Needless to say, I frequently helped my younger sister with her homework. Just to clarify when I say 'help' I do not mean I just gave her the answers, I would make sure that I either explained or demonstrated the correct way to approach a problem in order to make sure that she understood how to apply the knowlege come test time.

Lindsey H.

• Topeka, KS 66614 ( 22.9 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I have always enjoyed interacting with children of all ages. I currently serve as a paraprofessional (teacher's aide) at an inner - city elementary school. During my three years in this position, it has become extremely apparent that all children....no matter their abilities....are capable of reaching their full potential. It is simply a matter of adapting my teaching style to their learning strengths. I am a patient, easy going individual who tries to improve upon the struggles that I encountered on my own academic journey so the students that I am working with walk away with confidence in school and really, all facets of life.
I graduated from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas with a degree in Communications (emphasis in Journalism) along with minors in Religion and Youth Ministry. While in college, I was a member of the yearbook staff as well as serving as an editor ... read more

Glenda O.

• Topeka, KS 66605 ( 23 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Journalism, Grammar

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My experience includes teaching adults in the corporate environment, delivering entrepreneurial training, and college and university level teaching in topics such as Quality, Business management, Oral and Written communications. I have a passion for working with students in helping to them to achieve knowledge in various subject areas. I belive my degrees (I am a doctoral student who have completed my academic work and currently working on my dissertation) qualify me to teach students in Math, English, Writing (or Journalism).
I am a very passionate teacher with the desired goal of helping students to achieve results that exceed expectations. I have a tendency to work well one on one with students so that they have an opportunity to understand the basics in order to develop a strong foundation for advanced understanding. I love the opportunity to work with children and adult ... read more

Robin L.

• Topeka, KS 66614 ( 23.2 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I have worked with children of varying ages since 1982. I am most passionate about Language Arts, History and Science. During my senior year in college, I tutored individual students in Science and I worked one-on-one with 4th graders helping them with Math skills. My classroom experiences include 3rd and 6th Grades. My 3rd Grade room in California had 32 students - 60% of whom were at kindergarten level English speaking / reading / writing. Many of their parents were non-English. This challenged me to work with the children in the classroom, because I knew that they would not get the help and support at home in order to achieve.
Each student deserves to know that they can achieve. I believe that the level of success a student reaches is, ultimately, up to the student. I feel that with caring & patient guidance a student will be motivated to do their best. I believe in ... read more

Jodie W.

• Topeka, KS 66603 ( 24.5 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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I love working with people and seeing them succeed. I tend to meet the person at the level where they are at, then adapt the lessons to their learning style. I am very creative and strive to make learning fun. I believe all people can meet and exceed the potentials that they set for themselves, if given the right tools. Their motivation is a vital key. Students need to see for themselves that they can succeed, whether this is something small or they complete the graduation requirements or degree of their dreams.
I have been driven my entire life to assist others. I started working in the health care industry as a CNA, 1979. I then went to college and obtained my social work degrees. I worked in various settings to include nursing homes, mental health centers, prisons, adolescent group homes and currently home health care, 1987 to 2009. I am currently pursing additional nur ... read more

Anna R.

• Lawrence, KS 66047 ( 25.6 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Learning and helping others learn are among my highest priorities in life. My high academic honors reflect this drive to learn: I earned magna cum laude in college, and I was valedictorian of my high school class. My degree in English Education gave me a strong grasp of English grammar, composition, and literature; it also gave me concentrated training and practice in teaching these subjects to adolescents. As a volunteer, I have taught Sunday school to fifth- and sixth- grade students. I am also a classically-trained pianist and served as church pianist for many years.
Because each individual student is important to me, I seek to get to know each student personally while retaining a professional demeanor. This helps me understand the student's particular needs so that I may teach the student most effectively. My naturally gentle personality makes me a patient and encouraging teach ... read more

Julie M.

• Douglas, GA 31535 ( 27.2 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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I have always enjoyed working with children, especially in a school setting. I am very good at working one-on-one with people and tailoring my communication and teaching style to best fit the student or listener. I am very keen at ascertaining the needs and personalities of many different people and I am very patient and adept at listening. I enjoy seeing a child's eyes light up once he or she has grasped a difficult concept or conquered a tough subject. I believe that education is one of the most influential forces in shaping a child's development and I love to get the opportunity to be a part of that.
I have been tutoring for many years with different kinds of children. To begin with, I tutored my younger sister starting when she was about seven years old to age twelve or thirteen. In high school, I also volunteered for an after-school program for Hispanic children ages sev ... read more

David H.

• Lawrence, KS 66044 ( 27.6 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I have always enjoyed working with children. I believe that having as many positive role-models as possible can really help to shape a student's outlook on not only their education, but how they will tackle problems and opportunities in their lives for a long time. If a student learns that it takes hard work and discipline to achieve good grades and a great education from the beginning, it can help him or her to really do great things later on in life. With that being said, I genuinely care for kids as well. I consider myself a nurturing and yet challenging coach, mentor and tutor because I understand that often times students that are in need of academic help are often also in need of people that genuinely care about their well-being.
Through my English and Creative Writing degree at the University of Missouri, I have earned a lot of experience in the field of English. My rea ... read more

Karen W.

• Lawrence, KS 66086 ( 32.3 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I believe that all teachers should be life-long learners. All teachers should be informed on new best practices and be knowledgeable of current educational policies. These are the reasons that I belong to TESOL and the International Reading Association. In addition to belonging to these organizations, I have continued to pursue new knowledge by attending graduate classes at the University of Kansas. After I received my Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction in 1994, I continued my studies and received both my reading specialist and ESL endorsements. Currently, I teach reading to struggling readers as well as to students who are learning English as a second language. In addition, I tutor Native American students through the NASS program. I find these experiences very rewarding.
I enjoy working with all children. During the past twenty years, I had the opportunity to w ... read more

Kathyrne M.

• Paxico, KS 66526 ( 35.2 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $62.00 to $70.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Grammar, Composition

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I have a PhD with a major in psychology and a minor in cell biology. I have taught college courses ranging from developmental math to graduate neuroscience. One of my research areas was mathematical models of behavior; therefore, I have a strong background in statistics and math. I have published approximately 30 research papers and have made many more research presentations. I have also written many "issue papers" designed to acquaint well educated laypersons with major issues in higher education. Therefore, I have outstanding writing and communication skills.
I am a higher education professional who has come to believe that the best way to impact students is to return to teaching. I have a long-standing interest in the philosophy of teaching. I am particularly impressed by "deep learning," a movement that emphasizes critical thinking and inquiry at all levels of teaching. ... read more