Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...for the past 5 and a half years, where I've taught a variety of classes, such as college preparatory biology, sheltered health for ESL students, sheltered biology for ESL students, general science for ESL students, chemistry, physical science, and medical careers. I try my best to make learning fun, engaging, and effective by incorporating lots of different activities that would help all learners succeed! I've also previously tutored ACT for approximately 3-4 years, where I...

...my Bachelor's of Science in Biology at Illinois Wesleyan University. At the university, I was a teaching assistant for a variety of the science's courses. I currently help with general chemistry and biology whether it be the high school level or college level. In my academic career the sciences were very challenging and I had some of the best tutors helping me along with the process and in part it is why I enjoy helping...

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.

Hi! My name is Weilong and I'm a graduate student in Genetic Counseling at Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine. As a genetic counselor, I try to take genetic information and explain it to patients in a easy to understand, digestible way. I do the same thing in my tutoring, trying to make sure that every student gets the tailored, detailed help that they need to be successful in the classroom and in the world!... I believe...

...of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where I studied Molecular and Cellular Biology and minored in Chemistry. Currently, I am in the process of applying to medical school and hopefully will begin in the Fall of 2018. I have always had a passion for teaching since I was young. After having so many fantastic teachers throughout various levels of my academic experience, I decided I want to give back to my local community and teach others. Although...

...I currently reside in Chicago IL. My background is in Environmental Science, but I am well versed in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science and Life Science. I studied at Northeastern University (Boston) for my undergrad, and I am currently enrolled in a Master of Education program at the University of West Florida. In my spare time, I love to cook for my family, exercise, watch science documentaries and ride my bike around the city. I'm excited...

...his/her terms. For me, learning and problem-solving require individual insight and reasoning, and, thus, my job as a tutor will encompass helping a student comprehend basic/underlying conceptual principles so that the student can arrive at an answer as independently as possible. Additionally, as a tutor, I will impart knowledge stressing the importance of time management and balancing skills on academic prosperity, and, also, I will attempt to make learning more enjoyable by connecting what a...

...2021, I am taking time to explore my lifelong interest in teaching. I began tutoring at the University of Notre Dame, where I worked for three years as a teaching assistant in a Cell Biology laboratory course. There, I enjoyed helping my peers understand the larger picture developing through our weekly experiments. At Loyola University Chicago, I continued to tutor a variety of subjects while earning a Master of Arts in Medical Sciences. As a...

I am a first-year at the University of Chicago studying for a biology and political science double major. I have a passion for learning and working to help students achieve their goals. I believe education and knowledge to be paramount for one's success in life. Only through a supportive and focused tutoring environment can this be achieved. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring math and biology.

...of the Art Institute of Chicago. I write short stories, plays and poetry in the absurdist, humorist, surrealist and fantastic traditions. As an educator I have worked with adults with learning disabilities. I have taught science, english, and history courses for K-8. I was a teaching assistant for Drawing for Animation at the college level. And I've homeschooled an 8 year old in the subjects of science, history, sorcery, and storytelling. I'm passionate about art...

Hello! My name is Colleen. I am a seasoned tutor with over three years of tutoring experience. I have tutored students in writing, reading, science, math, and Chemistry. I love helping students to understand their subjects better.

...Notre Dame (ND), where I received my Bachelor of Science in Science Pre-Professional Studies (pre-medicine) and a minor in Anthropology. During my time at ND, I tutored Freshman ND students in organic and inorganic chemistry for two and a half years. Some of my other extracurricular activities included founding the World Health Assimilation Through Notre Dame (WHAT ND) club, participating in rare and neglected diseases research, and volunteering in my local communities. While I tutor...

...my PhD in Evolutionary Biology at The University of Chicago. My focus is conservation genomics, speciation, molecular evolution, zoology, captive population management, & illegal wildlife trafficking policy. I obtained my BA in Environmental Biology from Columbia University and MS in Environmental Science & Policy from Johns Hopkins University. I have a year old Dusky-headed conure, named Vega and a 4-month Black-capped conure, named Sky. I'm a sci-fi/fantasy & anime fan and I'm archer and cyclist.

...University of Chicago. I grew up learning German and I am an aspiring molecular engineer. My experience as a classroom leader comes mostly from volunteer work. Throughout high school I ran a math enrichment program for underprivileged middle schoolers, volunteered as a classroom aid, and worked with young children on literacy skills through a program called Jumpstart. I love teaching, which is why I pursued a position as a counselor at a German immersion summer...

Motivated individual that wants to help you excel in academics and your career. Computer Science Major at the Univeristy of Texas at Austin

...at Northwestern University, and will begin teaching high school biology in Chicago this upcoming fall. I completed my undergraduate degree at Northwestern University in 2019, majoring in both Biological Sciences (concentrating in Genetics and Genomics) and in German. I have experience working with students of all ages, including elementary, middle, and high school. I am consistently energized by the opportunity to see students grow and develop! I also love to run, travel, and write!

...where I received my Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology. I divided my time in undergrad between the biopsychosocial models of psychology and exploration into the political sciences, primarily international law and human rights. During my time at Wesleyan I was the Psychology Department's teaching assistant and also worked more intimately with the department's head in research, class instruction and course creation. The social sciences are amongst my favorite to tutor with psychology (surprise surprise) holding...

...a student when I started struggling in organic chemistry during my sophomore year of college. No matter what method I used, I could not bring my grade up in that class, so I started attending tutoring sessions. It wasn't until I received this direct help that I was able to bring my grade back up and do so well in the class! Seeing how much tutoring helped me made me realize that I want to...

...in chemistry. I currently teach undergraduates as a graduate assistant. I have taught the following courses while in graduate school: General chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry. I also minored in mathematics while getting my B.S. in chemistry so I have tutored students in everything from algebra to multi-variable calculus. I enjoy helping students and I get really excited when I feel I have helped a student achieve their learning objectives. Some of...

I am a bioengineering masters student at Illinois Institute of Technology with a 3.83 GPA. In the future I plan on applying to a neuroengineering PhD program and eventually work on understanding the cause and providing new treatments for mental disorders. My greatest skills are in probability and statistics, chemistry, and physiology.