Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Washington Park, IL

...completed my first half marathon! My approach to tutoring is recognizing that everyone has a different learning style. Experimenting with different approaches to learning, whether that be visual, auditory, or tactile- kinesthetic, enables the student to not only grasp the material, but also retain it. All it takes is exploring what works best for each...

...Education and a minor in Psychology. I am currently pursuing my Occupational Therapy doctoral degree at Washington University in St. Louis. I previously tutored English during my senior year of high school and informally assisted with test preparation. I feel comfortable tutoring GRE, ACT and ISEE test preparation, as well as Chemistry and World History....

...much in the style of Plato's works, is the most effective way of imparting knowledge. Despite how overbearing or intimidating that might sound, I also think that light, informal settings are the best for tutoring. In my free time I enjoy reading, riding my bike, playing disc golf, and watching Husker football.

...fostering inclusivity and adaptability in my teaching methods. I am also a certified substitute teacher, which allows me to teach students from Pre-K through 12th grade in a variety of subjects. Teaching at every level, from young learners to higher education students, brings me pure joy and fulfillment. In addition to my academic achievements, I...

...Philosophy courses and I have worked as a Writing Tutor for my University. I can offer assistance in a variety of areas of philosophy (ranging from Introduction to Philosophy to upper-level courses such as Philosophy of Religion or Medical Ethics). As a writing tutor, I can provide helpful feedback in academic writing or in professional...

...is guided feedback tailored to a student's weaker points based on 1-on1 assessment. Rather than sit and listen to me lecture for 2 hours, the students will drill problem sets under my supervision and receive explanations and mini lessons after each attempt. I've found this approach both highly gratifying to my students and highly efficient...

University of Missouri - Saint Louis Magna Cum Laude Bachelor of Arts Anthropology, Minors in Art History and Japanese University of New Orleans Bachelor of Arts Studio Art-Digital Art; Minor in Film 6+ years teaching and tutoring through various academic levels. Former competitive swimmer and active youth swim coach. Experience with teaching children with special needs and IEPs.

...a stone toolkit produced by Neanderthals in southwestern France. I love foreign languages and traveling abroad. I have been lucky enough to visit Morocco, Hungary, Mexico, Canada, and several countries in western Europe. Besides French, I also speak a little Italian and a tiny bit of Spanish. I enjoy working with foreign students, as I...

...another person, invest in the future they wish to lead, and support them as they step out on their own. Understanding this importance in the work of education and the vast ripple effects of fair or poor education fills me with passion. I believe the system of education is a powerful and crucial one and...

...I will relate to each of them with respect and dignity. I pledge to also provide positive feedback and support to motivate them to learn and become proficient in oral and written communication. Accordingly, I will teach functional, standardized English grammar and composition as a tool of effective communication. My emphasis on using critical thinking...

...Government, AP English Literature, and AP English Writing and Composition. I also serve as an educational mentor with the Vine Institute, a program that offers educational courses to refugees from across the world. I am patient and diligent as a tutor and committed to meeting each student where they are, helping them to identify their...

...a certified English and social studies teacher. I'm now studying school psychology and working as a linguistic analyst. Specialties include: high school and college-level writing, social science (psychology, sociology, etc)... I'm also an amateur horror writer and actor! I can surely teach you something interesting you didn't know before. Let's unleash your mind's full potential...

...of experience. I have a BA in Elementary Education and a minor in history from Benedictine College and a Master of Arts in Theology from Holy Apostles College and Seminary. I am also a Google certified educator and very tech savvy. I'm extremely knowledgeable in the areas of theology and history and consider myself a...

I am a professional educator with about two decades of experience, both in the U.S. and overseas. My main areas of expertise are history and the English as a Foreign Language. Online tutoring is exciting because I believe the future of education is online.

...than just areas of study but rather ways that students can express themselves and their interests. I have been a teaching assistant at the university level for almost two years now. I have helped students from a variety of backgrounds engage in various topics in logic and philosophy. As a tutor, I aim to help...

...and professors and will typically seek out individuals whom I respect for their guidance regarding, for example, course work, research projects, clinical work, or even career or personal goals. I approach teaching from a very similar perspective. I believe that guiding students toward learning course material is more effective than simply lecturing or dictating to...

...my senior year as well as the head of my university's freshmen academic success program my junior year. As a recent undergraduate student and a current MBA student, I pride myself in understanding the unique circumstances current learners are facing. This helps me connect with my students to create the best possible atmosphere for success.

...former, I've had a letter to the editor published in the New York Times, successfully finished a 40-page thesis as part of my undergraduate education, and currently write for Ordinary Times, a group blog whose alumni have gone on to write full-time for Forbes, the Atlantic, and other prestigious publications. For the latter, I scored...

...Legal Studies. Currently, I am working on an Honors Thesis about foreign policy and American electoral politics and independently studying positive psychology and Middle Eastern governments. I hope to eventually go to law school, where I can continue to research, read, analyze, and write extensively. A step in this direction, I took the LSAT a...

...4s, and 5s on the AP US History, AP English Language, and AP US Government exams. With the right motivation, I believe that all students can achieve excellence in all subject areas. All students can thrive with individual attention and instruction, and that is why I'm thrilled to be a part of Varsity Tutors.... My teaching is guided by a focus on rigor, relevance, and risk-taking. First, the curriculum must meet the student at their level,...