Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving McHenry, IL

I am a dedicated tutor with a goal to center my practice on finding the learning style of each unique learner and working to establish an effective teaching style around the specific needs of the learner. I believe in communication between the learner and the tutor, and I encourage interactive learning.

...student at College of Lake County majoring in education. I plan to transfer to Illinois State University in Fall of 2019. My goal is to help every student find a way that works for them and increase not only their grades but their understanding and love of subjects they may struggle with!

...time. I like to share tips on time management and anxiety when taking tests, as it is a skill I've learned to master. I believe education should be engaging and exciting, and students should be able to get the help they need. I'll do my best to make sure the student understands the material and...

...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 and I am...

...I then went on to jump-start a mentorship and tutoring program that taught K-12 students in a high-need district. My previous tutoring experiences in college involved working with K-12 students in mathematics, science, reading, and writing over the course of four years. As a tutor, I was able to especially help students with my strong...

...calculus. I am an individual who truly believes that tutoring provides the extra help necessary for any student to succeed in what they put their mind to. With just a little help, only you can explore what you are truly possible of achieving. To me, there is nothing better than building a student's confidence on...

...a minor in History. I have a passion for showing students the value of the information they learn. I believe learning is most meaningful when students make connections organically, synthesizing information in the way they best retain. I have experience tutoring students at all levels of high school as well as college freshmen.

...feel at ease and confident with their material. With previous tutoring experience, I believe I can cater to each individual's needs and learning habits. I have tutored high schoolers in all subjects, and have taken the SAT and ACT many times myself. I believe in learning for more than just passing the one test, but...

I am a student of Finance and Accounting at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Teaching is one of my passions and I am excited to help students out on Varsity Tutors.

...I also taught computer intro courses. I moved to Chicago in 1989. I taught high school algebra, geometry, and algebra 2 until I retired in 2016. I also tutored students who were prepping for the high stakes standardized tests they take as juniors. I taught after school programs and summer classes for students who were...

...at Swarthmore College and Environmental Studies at Haverford and Bryn Mawr Colleges, and a concentration in Peace, Justice, and Human Rights, I am presently working toward a Master of Arts in Theater Studies at the Institut d'etudes theatrales of the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris. I also teach English, Environmental Studies, and Theater at the...

...student's home languages and cultures. I believe that the best way to learn a language is through communication; I strive to create lessons that align with my students personal interests such as sports or music rather than teaching grammar alone. As a student myself, I have studied Spanish, Portuguese, German, and Russian, and I use...

...past two years, helping students from the elementary to the high school levels. My academic specialties lie primarily in the areas of social science, literature, and grammar, and I have experience working with college essays and ACT testing. I would consider myself to be reliable, easygoing, friendly, flexible, and a quick learner. I am excited...

...of science, as well as middle school math. I have experience working with students of varying abilities and I'm skilled at assessing needs, deficiencies, and meeting students where they're at. Being in academia for the majority of my life, I know what concepts are important for students to understand not only for academic success, but...

...I excel at. I am currently tutoring in a number of areas, I am most passionate and knowledgable in all areas of English and in U.S. History. I am also a great tutor for most subjects K-6. I believe that education is for everyone and that everyone deserves to feel like they belong in the...

...deep understanding of writing theory and pedagogy. Proven success in involving all types of students in secondary and college classrooms and working tirelessly for student success. Conscientious teaching professional dedicated to educating people in composition, literature, and performance courses. Committed to developing engaging curriculum to meet varied learning needs in diverse communities.

...Pritzker School of Law. I love sharing my love for learning by helping others reach their academic potential. As a tutor, I believe teaching should be tailored to suit each student's needs. Students learn best from different teaching styles. I am devoted to helping my students in a personalized fashion that allows them to achieve...

...free time, I like to bake, read, watch Netflix, and go hiking (especially with my dog). My specific teaching approach depends on the subject, but I like to really engage my students in that subject. When it comes to languages, that could mean watching or listening to media in that language or finding a fun...

...and pride in themselves for accomplishing a task that may have seemed like a challenge. I spent many years working as a sports camp counselor for elementary and high school aged children and have thoroughly enjoyed those experiences. The same energy and passion I brought to sports camp, I try to channel into my tutoring....

...to tutor lots of students from kindergarten level to college. The most satisfying part has been making the students realize their own potential and see their grades improve. I tutor in many different subjects such as various levels of math, science, history, English, Test-taking strategies, and writing. I strongly believe that each student has his...