Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

...the first long-term computer programming teachers there, and taught both Introductory Programming and AP Programming. At some point, the classroom format began to change. There was a substantial increase in different kinds of technology incorporated into everyday teaching. Our department chairman utilized the concept of the "flipped classroom," where he would prepare Youtube videos of himself demonstrating lessons. Students would go home and watch his videos, then return to school the next day to do...

empty... Relaxed and accommodating, but direct and impact-driven.... Get to know their background and the best way they retain information.... Provide self-prep materials, and evaluate their performance.... Show impact of results and progress.... Find alternative approaches, and practice.... Help them practice reading and understand main concepts.... Give them effective instruction, but also time.... Provide fun examples or real-life applications.... Asking questions throughout teaching the session.... With conversation about the subject and practice-test results.... What is their...

...and skills that will be most amenable to the individual’s capacities and experiences. I enjoy working one-on-one with people who can benefit from my own specialized knowledge; successfully sharing such knowledge is very rewarding. I am a good mentor in my specialized skills of psychology and philosophy and am also valuable in the area of language usage in academic writing, along with proper formatting, citations and references; these are all areas in which I can...

...of learning that, I can proudly say, still drives their academic careers to this day. Using this approach, their love of learning grows and their test scores always follow. It is my belief that a commitment to continual learning and utilizing my approach is what makes me the strongest candidate to be your tutor. It means nothing if a candidate can merely teach about a test, but cannot relate to you. Similarly, limited value can...

...from Bolingbrook, IL and graduated from Neuqua Valley High School. I have lived in 7 different cities in 18 years and love to go on road trips! I love dark chocolate and Thai food anytime, any day. My favorite subject to teach is Math, because I like to work with numbers! I strongly believe in incentives. I believe that setting small treats for each goal you reach will motivate you to do better, as long...

...recognize and identify individual learning-personalities and common challenges students have. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Benedictine University and my Master's Degree in Applied Data Science at the University of Michigan. Helping others is something I have always enjoyed, and one of the ways I like to do so is through tutoring. I strongly believe in creating visual and sequential learning patterns that enable students to understand and remember their coursework more easily.

...a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Health Sciences. I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate with a passion for teaching students. While I tutor various subjects, I am passionate about English, Literature, and Math. In my experience I have helped struggling students read with fluency. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and opens up many different opportunities. In...

...I think the students should know that it is OK to fail, because at least you have tried and have taken a risk. What did you learn from it? How can I improve my methods to turn my next try into a win? I want to help develop their analytical side. My sales background has provided me with the opportunity where I did not always make the sale. I have had great days closing big...

I am a freshman at the University of Colorado Boulder majoring in astrophysics and chemistry with a 4.00 GPA. I have been passionate about science and STEM topics my whole life, focusing on them in both high school and college classes. In my free time, you can usually find me exploring forest preserves by day and surveying the skies with my telescope by night.

...tutoring and presenting scientific research, I have developed an enthusiasm for explaining concepts in creative ways, tailored to the listener. I graduated from Northwestern University with a B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering and Earth and Planetary Science. As a student, I pursued my passion for sustainability through research, volunteer work, and environmental policy development. In order to complete rigorous engineering coursework and pursue my interests, I developed strategies for effective studying and time management....

...is a great way of doing this as well! I've worked as a developmental mathematics tutor at Illinois State University for one and a half years where I help college students succeed in pre-algebra and algebra courses. I've also worked as a private tutor for college algebra, pre-calculus, and calculus. I'm currently a senior at Illinois State University studying secondary mathematics education and K-12 computer science education, and I am participating in a year-long student...

...to be the most engaging, but I enjoy and can help with nearly all content areas. When I was in school, I was (and still am!) a self-described "nerd" who really enjoyed expanding my knowledge base and taking on academic challenges. I hope to impart the idea that tackling new concepts can be fun and rewarding at the same time. Additionally, as a generally "good test taker," I enjoy helping students hone their test taking...

...I absolutely loved my academic career, and I owe finding my own path to a very special teacher I had while in high school. The effort she put in to each of her lessons and caring she showed to each individual student is something that I strive to provide each of my students with. I currently work at Downers Grove High School as a paraprofessional in the Special Services Department. I strive to make sure...

Hi, my name is Jessica! I have a bachelors in German and Music with a minor in marketing from Simpson College and a masters in Music Business from California State University Northridge. I love to teach and I'm excited to help you learn!

...of genres, and my other hobbies include baking, playing tennis, writing poetry, and watching Star Trek reruns. I'm also involved in various cultural and human rights organizations at college. In any remaining spare time, I can usually be found reading the news on actual physical newspapers. Regarding my tutoring philosophy: as a tutor, I believe that the most important way to help my students understand their material better is by simply being there for them...

...a college student at Northwestern University, majoring in economics on a pre-medicine track. I have over 4 years of tutoring experience in various subject areas ranging from standardized testing to common core math to violin performance. During my high school career, I excelled in 12 AP classes, as well as the major standardized exams (PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP tests). I attribute my success to the specific strategies that I formulated and applied during those years...

...You must be able to know when to apply what you have learned. My goal is to use all of skills and strategies to help someone else achieve their goals. I have been an educator since 2008. During that time, I have taught grade levels from Kindergarten to 9th grade. Currently, I am the Dean of Instruction for STEM & the Arts. I love coaching teachers on how to best differentiate their lessons to meet...

...of investment in every student. I worked closely with students that frequently misbehaved and despised education. Instead of quitting or becoming frustrated with these students, I demonstrated passion and professionalism by asking guiding questions and promoting student engagement. Ultimately, due to my relentless efforts, I witnessed academic and behavioral improvements in each of these students. I am eager to promote and challenge. With the heart of an educator and extensive classroom experience, I wait in...

...and spirit of intellectual inquiry with my students, in addition to helping them meet any academic goals they have. I believe that following one's interests is the best way to learn how to apply new skills and concepts, so I try to customize all of my lessons to each student I teach. I'm more focused on skill-building and strategizing, rather than rote memorization, to help students reach their academic goals, because I believe that a...

...is Hira Saleem and I am a certified science teacher with PhD Environmental Chemistry. I specialize in Earth Sciences, Chemistry and Biology. I am passionate about teaching science and helping my students gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of science. With my years working in the classroom, I understand the student's needs and strive to find the best approach to boosting their grades and confidence. I enjoy using technology to make learning more interactive...