Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Portage, IN

...Chicago area, and I am a senior at DePaul University studying Computer Science and Game Development. While programming is exciting to me, one of my other passions is teaching the math and science subjects that accompany Computer Science. I learned very early on that it wasn't the material that was most essential to learning, but...

...algebra with my students because developing a deep understanding of the basics creates an easier experience for future courses. I believe everyone can benefit from a STEM education. I focus on the foundation of math so that it can be applied to multiple aspects of their life, giving them a more sophisticated view on finances,...

...at the University of Chicago majoring in linguistics. In my free time I enjoy politics, writing, and traveling. After college, I plan on attending graduate school and eventually teaching abroad. I have a deep passion for learning and have worked with students from all over the United States and the world. For me, studying has...

...Northwest Indiana all my life. I live in Valparaiso, IN with my four, yes (4) dogs and my husband. I have three adults (children) two of which we married off this summer! We are now waiting for grandkids to start arriving:) I have recently started gardening again and I also like to make soap in...

...in the motto "It takes a village to raise a child." It is important that we work together as teachers, tutors, parents and family to ensure each child gets the best education possible. My role as a teacher and tutor is to discover each student's individual learning style and tailor the learning material and curriculum...

I can help you with all of your math concerns because I know how it feels to struggle with tough topics and challenging concepts. I will use my more than 20 years of experience and passionate commitment to your development to help you dominate math, regardless the subject.

...of passersby in the hallway. He always made an effort to build a rapport with his students, and taught them how even the seemingly uninteresting parts can be cool, too. I’ve taken Dr. Edgar’s philosophy on teaching to heart and have begun teaching others in this same way. I’ve always loved science because its foundation...

...Stanford University and New York University. I also have a New York certificate in Positive Psychology where I studied wellness and proven techniques for helping students destress and focus before an exam. As a professional writer and critic, I bring my experience and passion to reading and essay writing. I love working with diverse populations...

...AUSL, I worked for By the Hand Club for Kids (BTH) as the 4th grade Team Leader. One aspect of BTH is providing afterschool programming for students in grades 1st through 12th. As a team leader, I assisted with homework, monitored an online reading program, and taught a Read- Aloud program. I also conducted home...

...and learn. As the oldest of three siblings, I was always helping them with school work and I developed a passion for it. I am currently studying at Elmhurst University with a double major in Applied Math and Physics. Some of my favorite subjects to tutor are calculus and differential equations since they are the...

...passion of mine and has continued to be part of my life. From being a tutor to 60+ students at The Broad College of Business at Michigan State University to volunteer work for Tutoring Chicago, where i tutor every week. Varsity Tutors is now my newest platform to continue this interest and I look forward...

...or problem is, I describe the pathway to understanding it so that it becomes as intuitive and clear as anything. This is a promise. I know the pitfalls and ambiguities which prevent people from understanding concepts in math and the sciences, and I know how to get around them. I explain every concept in straightforward...

...I graduated from Wabash College in 2016 with my BA in Psychology and Religion. I am currently pursuing an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University. I have been involved in research throughout my higher education. To fulfill requirements for my Psychology major, I completed a year-long, independent research project concerning two visual...

I enjoy the process of showing a student how a very few math rules has so much power the enables them to solve so many different types of problems.... Helping a student demystify math by getting them to see how using logic, overcoming their fear, and relying on even a small arsenal of math laws enables them to solve many more problems than they would expect.

...my students learn will provide them with excellent writing and math foundations that will allow them to feel confident in their ability to solve forthcoming academic challenges. I absolutely love helping students grasp writing mechanics. Being a confident writer can definitely help with one's confidence in their public speaking skills. In my spare time I...

...results of tutoring in general, even on standardized tests. In most circumstances, students are not excited about taking standardized tests, and many are intimidated. Instead of reinforcing that fear, I aim to help students understand standardized tests as the puzzles that they are. By emphasizing connections between the contents of the tests and students' interests,...

...Lane Tech high school in Chicago, and am currently working on obtaining my mechanical engineering degree at Georgia Institute of Technology. During my time in high school I was in many academic clubs including robotics and science olympiad. During this time I also mentored a younger robotics team. My engineering track gives me a lot...

...lecturing Chemistry as a graduate student, I had been especially adept at taking a complex scientific or mathematical concept and breaking it down to the level of comprehension by a lay person or a professional of varying discipline -- a precursor to my present occupation. After transitioning from the industry to education, I was fortunate...

...five children and I have been an educator for over 25 years. I have a passion and excitement for teaching and learning. I believe in connecting with my students then together we can tackle the academics. I believe every child can learn and children learn differently! So if one way doesn't work for them, then...

...not a complicated subject. What they really need is a little bit of encouragement and a little bit of practicing easier questions to build their confidence in math. My teaching philosophy is to build confidence for my students. Outside of academia, I like to reading novels, watching movies and listening to music. And I am...