Award-Winning AP Physics 1 Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...and I've always wanted to share that love with other people around me. While in high school, I led a Python class at a computer camp and tutored many middle school and high school students in a wide range of subjects. I believe people learn best when they are engaged, so I prefer a balanced mixture of probing questions combined with straightforward lecturing. Furthermore, having watched thousands of hours of educational Youtube (e.g. TED-Ed, Schishow,...

...Engineering on the pre-med track. I have been online tutoring a variety of subjects and age groups since the start of the pandemic (about 2.5 years) but I especially enjoy working with high school students in math and physics classes as well as ACT math and english. I try to create a chill tutoring environment and want to make students feel comfortable to ask any questions-- no question is a stupid one! Additionally, I believe...

...to one day be a chess tutor as well. Picking the right tutor is important, but can be a tad tricky. A tutor is best served as both an educational guide and a friend. Because of the one on one nature, it's important that the tutor is someone you can look up to and trust as well as feel connected with. To me, a tutor's job is not to make the student jump through more...

...Chicago. I chose to become a Mechanical Engineer because of my passion for mathematics and physics, which stemmed from a very young age. My mother instilled a strong work ethic and zeal inside of me even before I ever stepped foot into a classroom. Because of these foundational skills I have been able to excel academically. During my high school career I was ranked first during my freshman year, and ended in the top 10%...

...the New York City Teaching Fellows program, I worked with underserved students in the Bronx. In the summer of 2009, I returned to the Midwest with a new appreciation for the teaching profession and a desire to make a difference. I entered the McCloskey business competition at the University of Notre Dame and was awarded a grant to implement REACTT at a publicly funded school and residential facility for children that are removed from their...

...science courses from a young age and completed calculus by the time I was a sophomore in high school. I have had five years of experience tutoring individuals in various science, math, and writing courses as well as for standardized testing. I believe it is in the student's interest that we make a personalized plan to tackling the tasks at hand in order to ensure that the student feels comfortable and confident in their work.

...for teaching students, and I am experienced with having to give one-on-one guidance in teaching many concepts. Tutoring is very rewarding for me because I am driven to help others and give whatever knowledge I have gained over the years in every field. I also have experience dealing with situations in which students are not quickly or readily grasping concepts, and I have developed the patience to handle these situations. Teaching is just as rewarding...

I am a teacher that is very passionate about learning and teaching. I feel that even though I am teaching; I still learn something new everyday. This is my niche, and I love teaching math, science, and English. Teaching is a privilege and I hope to be able to help you achieve your goals.

...worked as a volunteer teacher in different welfare schools. This experience developed my interest in teaching and since then, I have been involved in tutoring students of high school, college and university level. While I have helped students in variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about Maths, Science, and Physiology. In my opinion, an ideal tutor needs to have a lot of patience, be able to boost his/her student's confidence and should have...

...Robotics and Control Systems (think developing robots like Boston Dynamics or designing algorithms that allow rockets to land on their own like SpaceX.) I also am a member of Northwestern's solar car racing team, NUSolar, and I am the academic chair for the Tau Delta chapter of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. In my experiences as a student I have realized how important it is to have individuals that are able to help as you...

...at Washington University particularly interested in biotechnology. This past summer, I interned at Roche, a large multinational biotech firm, in San Francisco. I am originally from the Chicagoland area. I love to cook, play piano and run long distance. Survivor and Game of Thrones are my favorite TV shows, but I normally watch content on YouTube. Looking forward to getting to meet and work together to get you where you want to be!

It is my sincere desire to teach and bring out the best in my students in their tests. My teaching method is very simple, built on patience and is completely stress free for the student to learn. I believe in bringing out the best through the most logical and simple approach to learning. Lets get it done.... Simple, logical and patient. I believe math, science, and any other subject follow simple rules. If applied patiently and...

...I worked towards meeting this goal. My teaching philosophy is basically the Socratic method. Among its many benefits, this method makes it easy to engage with students. I also like to stress understanding. I remember the 1973 movie, "The Paper Chase", and the memorable performance by John Houseman, as Professor Kingsfield. I always thought that portrayal, in terms of teaching style, was something I admired, and I used that memory as a guide, as I...

...at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Grainger School of Engineering. I am working to receive my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering along with a minor in computer engineering. I not only tutor but am passionate in physics and mathematics as they are both the keys to clearly understanding how our world works. I understand every student has many different and optimal ways to learn so I tutor in a way that meshes well...

I am willing to tailor my tutoring to the needs of any students interested in pursuing subjects of my expertise and improving their overall retention of knowledge and academic skills.

Hello! I am a Civil Engineer that is very passionate about engineering, specially Structural Engineering. I pursed my master's degree in Structural Engineering and Construction Management. I enjoy teaching and supporting students with the subjects I am passionate about, and will focus on engagement and taking the time to make sure you are understanding every aspect of our lesson.

...dermatology until I start medical school in the fall at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. I have always had a passion for helping others, and one way I could do so was by tutoring students so that they could achieve their full potential. During my time as an undergraduate, I was a part of the Emory Dream Project, a student-run organization that tutored at a local high school. I helped students with their...

...State University. I have a strong interest in physics education research and teaching and mentoring in general. I want most to help people to achieve their personal and professional goals, both in academics and in life. I enjoy meeting students at their level of understanding and building bridges to new concepts and skills in an accepting yet challenging environment. I also study and teach Nonviolent Communication, which I use to connect with myself and others...

Hi! My name is Ryan; I am a recently graduated Mechanical Engineering major from Carnegie Mellon University. I tutored for three years before starting with Varsity, and I can't wait to help you!

...college degree - a post-baccalaureate degree in computer science. My previous degrees are in engineering and architecture. I will soon have a decade of experience with professors, homework, and tests. And I've been tutoring since the beginning of my college career. I teach for the same reason that I learn - I enjoy it. Every student learns differently, and so everyone I teach pushes me to learn the material in a new way.