Top Elementary Math Tutors serving La Grange
Danielle: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...teacher and am used to working with students at all levels in all subjects. I believe everyone has the ability to learn and love to encourage that learning. I can provide additional strategies to the student to help them be successful. I've been told I have "the gift" of making learning fun.
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
University of Missouri-St Louis - Masters in Education, Autism/Dev. Studies/ELL Cert
Emma: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...but these are some of the components I think are key to academic success: a solid dedication to a study plan that fits into each individual student's life/schedule, and confidence that if the work is put in, things will work out! I have mainly tutored ACT/SAT prep, but have tutored in a variety of subjects...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Pre-Medicine, Public Health, Psychology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Jigar: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...is always an approach to making the material easier to understand. Learning should be fun at the same time. The teachers that stood out to me never failed to make whatever they were teaching enjoyable for the whole class. And that is what I believe is very important. If there is a way to make...
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Psychology
Brendan: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
I'm happy to help with any math, reading, or writing concerns you may have. I've worked with many different students with many different backgrounds and ability levels, and even if your situation is unusual there's a good chance I've dealt with something like it before.
Education & Certification
Beloit College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Dominican University - Masters, Special Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
Ilana: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera singer, I have studied Spanish, Italian, French and German and am accordingly fascinated by the etymology of words in my own cobbled-together language. I also have a special place...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Gina: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...I know how to direct students to the right answer, but I will do so through leading questions, providing examples, or referencing rules or conventions that the student has learned previously. Students possess the knowledge the obtain the right answer but sometimes have to be guided to it; that's the purpose of education and tutoring....
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
Kristina: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...continue to do so after moving back to Illinois! I especially enjoy tutoring because it allows a closer connection with the student than in a large classroom setting. I enjoy sharing my experience and enthusiasm with student while also helping them progress toward their academic goals. Outside of my love of Biology and Spanish I...
Education & Certification
Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology/ Spanish
University of Oregon - Master of Science, Marine Biology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
Kristen: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...my school's Speech and Acting Team, particularly in Prose Reading, Dramatic Duet Acting, and Oratorical Declamation (for those of you familiar with those events)! I'm not a total athlete but I love badminton and played on my high school's team for three years, and also play on the club team at UIC. Other random facts...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Patricia: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...greatly enjoy seeing students become confident in that subject. The most vital aspect of tutoring is being able to identify the student's strongest study skills and having them give their best by being patient, compassionate, and understanding. Although science and math courses can be rigorous, I like employing methods that make these complex subjects more...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Arun: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...I have learned some good strategies to help overcome learning difficult material. Moreover, I am very passionate about science and truly enjoy discussing the topics I teach. I am comfortable tutoring any level of biology through the college level, most college level Chemistry and Physics classes and any high school courses. Additionally, I scored in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Brenda: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, math, social studies, and ESL. I have also taught tutors how to teach literacy to adults. My teaching approach is to gently guide the student toward discovery and understanding of concepts through modeling, breaking down the process into steps, lots of practice -- and fun breaks when needed! I have found...
Education & Certification
Northwestern Michigan College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
GRE Quantitative: 167
GRE Verbal: 163
Brigette: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...and Learning and Behavior. My passions lie in reading and writing, but I love teaching all subjects. I am currently a 6th grade Learning and Behavior Specialist at a Chicago Public School. I've previously taught in preschool, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday...
Education & Certification
Cornell College - Bachelors, Elementary Education and French
University of St Francis - Current Grad Student, Learning and Behavior Specialist
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31
Love: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...look at things from the student's perspective. I absolutely love teaching Mathematics and I feel proud to share that most of my students have become Math's wizards even though they didn't like the subject earlier. My teaching pedagogy involves innovative hands-on exercises and discussions designed to foster creativity and rationality among children using real life...
Education & Certification
DigiPen Institute of Technology - Unknown, Computer Science
Kelley School of Business - Master of Science, Information Systems
GRE Quantitative: 168
Vinny: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...and I continued this education further, both onstage and in the classroom. I played with aspects of theatre to which I had never been previously exposed (such as absurdism and film acting) and recently developed my own methods and theories of acting, Bruce Lee-ing my technique by taking bits and pieces of the masters and...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Drama
Nicole: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...School of Business. I tutor in mostly math subjects, but also tutor in essay writing/editing as well as ACT and GMAT. I have tutored athletes throughout college and also tutored in high school. My tutoring style mostly involves asking leading questions so a student can figure out the correct answer on their own with some...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Isabel: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...who is pursuing a medical career today thanks to a few very special mentors in my academic life. My goal as a tutor is to instill in my students an excitement for learning that encourages them to reach higher goals on their own. I believe math is the gateway subject that allows students to build...
Education & Certification
CUNY City College - Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Trinity School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
Jason: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in SAT/ACT test preparation in all associated sections. I am and always have been a lifetime learner and do all I can to impart this facet of myself on my students. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and son, weight training,...
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's College-New York - Bachelors, Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters, Business Administration and Management
Paulina: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...main idea and purpose behind the material in order to eliminate memorization whenever possible. In particular, I enjoy teaching science because it fascinates me. Other areas that I tutor are : ACT preparation, math (through pre-calculus), English language and writing. I take pride in watching my students truly understand the material and reach their goals...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Non Degree Doctorals, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
Nora: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...very personalized, and I love finding creative ways to motivate and help my students really understand their work. It is very important to me that I give my students a solid foundation, background information, and customized techniques to make their learning as exciting and efficient as possible. I look forward to working with you!... I believe that students should be encouraged to do their best using personalized motivation. This includes discussion of individual goals, dreams, and...
Education & Certification
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Fashion Design
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
ACT Science: 33
Nicolette: La Grange Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in La Grange, IL
...what is going on in the classroom from a different point of view. I work hard to make sure my tutor students achieve success. I want them to leave confident that they can succeed in mathematics. I have tutored a number of students for many years and it was a delight to see them change...
Education & Certification
Chicago State University - Bachelors, Mathematics: Secondary Teaching Option
Illinois Institute of Technology - Masters, Mathematics Teaching
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