Teresa K.
Private tutor in Kansas City, MO
Education
Truman State University (2008) - BA, English , minors: Biology, Painting I am currently working on a DDS. I am available this summer, as I won't take courses in dental school this summer. My pre-DDS coursework included a battery of science course at the college level.
Experience
I have worked as a tutor for about six years, and my main focus is teaching language--both English and Spanish. I learned Spanish myself, so I understand the difficulties that come about when learning Spanish, and I teach Spanish better because of this. I work with middle school through adult students, and previously worked as an assistant teacher at a montessori upper-elementary classroom where I mainly taught English classes, and some science. I recently completed a complete battery of pre-requisites for dental school. This means biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology at the college level. I am a good tutor not only because I can explain scientific, mathematical and grammatical concepts to students, but because I myself have taken my studies seriously and am an example of life-long learning and hard work. I love teaching language because of how it expands a person't worldview. I like to use active listening and humor to connect with my students. I am demanding and try to teach my students skills that will help them throughout life and throughout their education. I also have experience working with english-language learners. I love the chance to connect with people from different cultures and help the understand English, so they can communicate and navigate in a new culture more effectively. I also teach some math and some test-prep on occasion.
Availability
Weekdays at any time, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
My interests include gardening, spending time with my cat, and spending time outdoors. I like to stay healthy and to connect with people as much as possible, so I always take an active interest in my student's lives. I am a huge proponent of physical activity, and a wholesome approach to living life. If a person takes care of themselves as a whole person, I believe their grades and academic performance also improves.
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