Award-Winning AP World History Tutors serving Oak Park, IL

...have dedicated myself to being a teacher with understanding and expertise in supporting all learners. I understand the overwhelming feelings of being lost or confused in a classroom. Being afraid to ask questions, anxiety when walking into school, shut down and checked out. Whether you are a parent looking for individualized support for your child or an adult learner, I provided my students with "Customized Learning" presented in engaging easy-to-understand-lesson plans. My learners master their...

...kayaking, camping, gardening--anything that gets me outside. Just through spending time outside with others who share my love for it, I've learned so much about our earth and what it really means to protect it. In my every day life with friends, family, and coworkers, I find myself constantly teaching and explaining the way our natural world works (another reason I know I'm meant to be a teacher). I believe it all begins with a...

...fall in love with the process of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches toward tutoring mine have been for all learning types in various academic subjects. While my tutoring students gain much from their experiences from me, I equally gain so much insight and knowledge from the students I tutor. I have a passion for learning and my goal is to help every student I tutor to...

...with a bachelor of arts in philosophy and a diploma in data science, I am passionate about fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in this platform. My academic journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of cognitive and developmental psychology, allowing me to tailor my tutoring methods to meet the diverse needs of learners. The subjects I like teaching the most are English, writing, social sciences, data science, FAA exams, biology...

...as a supplemental educator: classroom setting tutoring in high school, working at a tutoring center my senior year, and providing in-home private tutoring throughout college. I strongly believe in teaching each student specifically to their educational needs, but also tailored to their individual learning habits. I personally always find that I learn the most when the topic is related to my life outside of the classroom (or lecture hall). I then can assess how much...

...have developed the patience to handle these situations. Teaching is just as rewarding for the student as it is for me, because I am thrilled when I see others achieve, and I would love to be part of the process. In addition to high school AP courses and test prep, I have taken college level multivariable calculus, linear algebra, physics electricity/magnetism and mechanics, computer programming (c++, matlab, LISP/Scheme), Dynamics of Systems, and Mechanics of Systems.

...calling. Currently pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology, I bring a strong academic background, having excelled in high school and earned the title of AP Scholar twice. I tutor a variety of subjects, with Math, Science, and English because I find satisfaction in guiding students through the practice-oriented nature of Math, the continual discovery in Science, and the creative expression allowed by English My teaching philosophy centers...

I graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a bachelor's degree in Communications, but have shown an aptitude for math and science throughout my academic career. There are so many resources available online that one could get lost in the breadth of information. I'm here to hone in on what makes you want to learn so that we can work together to help accomplish your goals.

I'm an Economics major at the University of Florida. I've tutored for three years. I love helping people understand tough concepts and making learning more fun.

...special and regular education, served as an IB essay advisor, and have instructed students in a variety of subjects; including History, English, and Chemistry. I love working with students one-on-one and I love the process of getting to know a student's individual learning style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to know my students in order...

...day, I work as a web developer for a San Francisco-based software company. My main technical skills include HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. I graduated from Northwestern University in 2012 with a BA in Communication Studies and a minor in English Literature. My degree allowed me to develop essential critical thinking and reasoning skills that I apply everyday. My hobbies include reading, yoga, fitness and health, music, the great outdoors, and learning new things.

...questions the student comes up with resonate and develop further questions for him-herself and the teacher that helps him-her discover his-her learning process about diverse subjects. This learning process should ideally take place in the body, emotions, mind and spirit of the learners (both teacher and student). Teaching is an interaction where generosity and truthfulness are the key factors for both participants if the experience has to be worth the effort. The personal knowledge and...

My main areas of speciality are French and English writing, reading, and grammar. In addition to scoring perfectly on the SAT Writing and Verbal sections, I have completed graduate-level coursework and an honors thesis at Northwestern University. Having lived and worked in Paris, France, I am capable of teaching French comprehension and structure with confidence and a great deal of experience. ... I believe strongly in assessing strengths, and using these areas of strength and confidence...

Hi, I'm Nick! I am a recent graduate of Loyola University-Chicago with a Master's degree in History. In addition to history, I am also very passionate about reading and writing. It is my goal to provide the highest possible quality tutoring in these subjects, and to provide students with a safe and fun environment in which to learn not just these subjects, but also the values of equity, diversity, and inclusivity.

...that translate well into one-on-one instruction. I am also familiar with test-taking strategies and test preparation in the SAT, LSAT, GMAT and AP Exams because I have taken each exam myself and have previous experience tutoring others for those exams. My approach to tutoring focuses on building self-confidence and connecting each student's individual strengths and experiences to the subject matter to make it easier to master. I was recently accepted into the University of Chicago...

...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 academic coach for the past five years. I have a passion for helping students learn how to self-assess and structure their own work so that they can develop holistic,...

Hello! My name is Umer. I am a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in Mathematics and Classical Studies (Double Major). I am also certified through Cambridge University's CELTA program to teach ESL/EFL students. I look forward to teaching ESL students in the near future. Right now, I am gaining experience for my long term goal of moving to Cairo, Egypt to teach.

...master's in English Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed for middle and high school English language arts. After completing the teacher licensure program I spent an extra year in the master's Program for Writers, where I will enter the doctoral program this year. Over the past two years I have worked as a professional tutor at a local private tutoring company in addition to Varsity Tutors...

...psychology, social studies, and executive functioning skills fun! I am here to help you out by making things a bit easier. I am here to back you up with creative solutions. I am currently working on my bachelor degree at Chicago State University; My major is psychology, and my minor is CMAT. (Put on hold currently.) I have experience in working with students who have High Functioning Autism and Autism Type 1. The subjects that...

I am a graduate from the University of Washington, holding a BA in mathematics. I have over 1800 hours of experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects, and have improved their grades by an average of 10 percentage points. I look forward to working with you.... There is no one method that works with every student, so adjustments need to be made on a case-by-case basis. There is one thing in common for all success...