Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Glendale Heights, IL

...political science and test prep, generally in the form of a socratic, question-based, student-led dialogue. I have about a year's worth of experience tutoring and enjoy working with students who are motivated to learn the material we'll cover, but who might be unsure how to start, or may need a boost to reach their full...

...experience as a teaching assistant for various subjects at the Summer Institute for the Gifted. Exploration drives much of what I do, and I believe that learning is a form of exploration - and I hope to share that mindset with my students. As a tutor, I will be very patient, understanding, and thoughtful in...

...with Highest Distinction in History. After graduation, I joined Teach For America where I worked for 2 years as a High School English Teacher in inner-city St. Louis. I have experience teaching a variety of reading and writing skills, and I specialize in ACT Prep for Reading and English. I currently work in non-profit and...

...key that students are able to communicate with native speakers of French. I think many people feel as though their language-learning experiences in high school were limited to the study of grammar, the memorization of vocabulary and the use of the foreign language in the classroom only, which ignores the large world of resources available...

...the social sciences with extensive work in research and writing methods and am eager to help students harness their inner curiosity and creativity. I have experience in education as a teacher, working with K-5th graders, as well as tutoring experience with high school students. My number one priority is to help students understand themselves and...

I am a junior at the University of Alabama from Chicago, IL. I am majoring in Human Exercise Science with concentrations in Fitness and Pre-Professional Studies with a minor in Spanish. I have aspirations of attending Physical Therapy school upon completion of my undergraduate degree in Spring of 2019.

...currently a sophomore in UIC's GPPA Medical Scholars program. I am majoring in math and am dedicated to helping others get the valuable education they deserve. I love meeting new people and am excited to start tutoring some of my favorite subjects through Varsity Tutors and help my students achieve their academic and personal goals.

...in Mathematical Data Science and Chinese Language. I have been a competitive swimmer for over 12 years and currently swim at Dartmouth College. I have always had a passion for STEM and helping others. I primarily tutor high school math and ACT/SAT, but I also have experience in upper-level college courses such as Probability and...

...subjects, I am most passionate about science (chemistry and biology), math (K-college), and Chinese. I believe that a solid education is an important foundation for an individual's future and the future of humanity. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the piano, cooking, playing a wide variety of sports (i.e. Zumba, tennis, swimming), and reading.

...Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. Although I have the expertise to teach most STEM courses, my favorite subjects to tutor students in are reading and English. Over the past four years, I helped middle schoolers hone their literacy skills within the Atlanta Public School system. In addition, I was a teacher's assistant to provide more...

...need to succeed rather than focusing on test-specific tricks. I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, where I received an MA in the humanities with a focus on on disability studies. For my undergraduate education, I attended Claremont Mckenna College where I focused on English Literature. I have worked as a tutor and...

...have had the privilege of working with students from diverse backgrounds and levels of academic ability. Throughout my career, I have developed particular expertise in standardized test preparation, working with students to achieve their best possible scores on tests such as the SAT, ACT, Selective Enrollment Exam, etc. Over the past 4 years, I have...

...a middle-school science and reading position in the northwest suburbs, where I recently began my 10th year as a classroom teacher. I love to teach, and I think that my teaching experience is diverse enough to make virtually any subject - and any audience - within reach. My favorite areas, though, are those that are...

...Beyond academics, my leadership roles, such as President of the Beta Kappa Chi National Scientific Honors Society and co-founder of BLACK BLEADS, highlight my commitment to community service and advocacy. These experiences have shaped my teaching philosophy, which emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and creating supportive learning environments. In my spare time, I enjoy exploring health...

...school classrooms in the subject areas of Math, Physics, and Social Studies. What I love most about tutoring is building confidence and reducing anxiety through concept mastery. Your personality, goals, strengths, and needs determine the scope, pace, style, and materials for our work together. I'm a life-long learner who loves to read for personal and...

...learning that my sole focus was on that shiny yellow school bus getting me to another day in elementary school. I was ready. My love for learning turned into a love for sharing what I know. Observing my favorite teachers, instructors and mentors, I could sense that they were not only teaching me, but were...

...serves families affected by domestic violence. I have also been a tutor for 826CHI, which is a creative writing after-school program for Chicago youths. During high school, I also volunteered for over a year with Roses4Austin, which is an artistic after school program in the Austin neighborhood. Finally, I also enjoy dance and have assistant...

...well as five years experience in the embedded software industry (C and C++ programming languages). I can tutor most STEM at the high school level and specialize in ACT tutoring. With my degree I am proficient in electrical circuits, boolean algebra and programming at the university level. If you're interested in STEM vocations and are...

...and strategizing, rather than rote memorization, to help students reach their academic goals, because I believe that a good education is one that enriches beyond the day of the test. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy yoga, baking, listening to podcasts, and being outside. I look forward to helping with all of your tutoring needs!

...and Journalism. I'm also the Yearbook Moderator, ACT Test Prep Writing Instructor, and a member of our One Book, One School committee. In my free time I'm an avid runner, and I've run the past three Chicago Marathons. I enjoy Chicago sports and cheer on the Sox, Bulls, Hawks, and Bears. I rescued a dog...