Certified Tutors From Northern Illinois University

...passion is philosophy, and so I hope to eventually acquire a PhD and become a philosophy professor. At NIU, I received world-class training in analytic philosophy. My areas of expertise in philosophy are philosophy of mind, philosophy of language, and metaphysics. However, I am able to tutor any core subject in analytic philosophy (e.g. ethics,...

...That experience made me fall in love with traveling the world.) I am a lifelong learner who worked full-time while going to school full-time. That has allowed me to bring "real world" examples to help students understand and apply concepts. I worked in restaurant retail, grocery retail, and pharmaceutical retail all in Business Operations and...

...bachelor's degrees (Biology and Journalism) from Northern Illinois University. I am particularly understanding and helpful to students with learning difficulties such as ADHD and those struggling in the math and sciences. I emphasize study skills, organization and time management. I welcome questions and am extremely patient with repeated questioning and empathetic with those who hate...

...a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly effective because it is tailored to the individual needs of each student. I take the time to assess each student's strengths and challenges, and then create a personalized learning plan that is tailored to the unique needs...

...topics where students need the most understanding. 2. To help build students skill set and confidence by teaching study strategies for success in their discipline. 3. To engage the student in practice to prepare for assessment. My goal is to enhance student learning and performance, resulting in higher grades. I believe in the power of...

...found this to be very fulfilling and rewarding. I was not only helping my students to excel but learning along the way! I also am a certified yoga and Reiki instructor. I have been teaching yoga for 5 years and Reiki for 3. I enjoy primarily Hatha style yoga with meditation and deliberate practice.

...unlocks everything. My experience ranges from teaching college chemistry from general to advanced analytical courses, tutoring math from elementary to advanced calculus and leading many review/learning sessions for college entrance exams. Currently my role is to teach professionals statistics as a part of continually improving processes in chemical manufacturing. It is fun for me to...

...in social studies and science classrooms. I have a Master's in Education & Curriculum, a Master's in Educational Leadership, and a Master's in Literacy Education. I have worked as an Illinois state-certified high school reading specialist for the past several years. My daily classes involve working with struggling readers as well as preparing students for...

...a wide range of grade levels, and hold a masters in reading along with having my bilingual and ESL certifcation. I have also taught ESL classes to adults in the evenings. I am passionate about teaching, and now that I support teachers and the curriculum in my district, I miss working and interacting with students....

...helping students reach their fullest potential. I am currently enrolled at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology to pursue a Psy.D. in School Psychology. I have gained experience in supporting student's academic needs and assisted in creating goals to help them succeed. I have also gained experience in administering cognitive and academic assessments. My teaching...

...academic areas through high school. I will be teaching: Reading, writing up through the high school level, as well as math through 6th grade. My favorite subject is reading. I love to read! My teaching philosophy is: that with patience, guidance, and trainings I have had in my teaching, anybody can learn.

I am a second-year student at Northern Illinois University, I am striving for a major in Math Education and a minor in Spanish. I hope to one day be a high school math teacher and one day become a college professor. I am a strong communicator, very diligent, and very organized.

...enjoy working with high school and middle school students and sharing my love of science with them. I stress good study habits and design lessons that incorporate various learning styles. I get to know my students and develop lessons and materials that support them and their different needs. Besides Biology, I can also tutor Anatomy...

...opportunities to reach their potential. To do that, they need an educational environment where they can grow mentally, emotionally, physically, and socially. I must create this type of education environment where they are motivated to learn something new every day. Students control their decision-making. However, motivating them to make the decisions that benefit them academically...

...music. With over four years of experience in music recording, mixing, and multimedia engineering, I have developed a deep understanding of audio production and sound design. My educational journey includes an MA in Recording Arts and Sciences from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Recording Arts and Psychology from Northern Illinois University. Throughout my...

...passionate about psychology (and tutoring it), I also tutor Spanish. I took Spanish classes from 7th grade through my second year of college, and I come from a Spanish-speaking family. I also tutor elementary school reading. I believe in education for all, and that a good education is key to a successful life. I would...

...of Dr. Gregory Beyer and Mr. Ben Wahlund. She received the Associate in Fine Arts in Music at College of DuPage (COD) under the direction of Mr. Ben Wahlund, Dr. Tom Tallman, Mr. Lee Kesselman, and Dr. Kenneth Paoli. Her accomplishments include receiving the Research, Engagement and Academic Diversity Grant for her performance web series,...

...the subject material. I have been a leader for the City of Eugene Dept. of Recreation in both their BEST after school program, providing enrichment and engagement for students gr. 2-5, as well as for their Fun-For-All summer program which provided activities and creative opportunities for participants under 18 years of age.

...most passionate about writing, reading, and art! I believe student success is achieved with a positive foundation about learning and a safe environment to make mistakes to grow. By giving your student the extra support with an experienced tutor, it will help them build their confidence and reach their full potential. I look forward to...

...School of the Environment, focusing on sustainable energy systems and climate action. My technical expertise includes GIS and Python, which I have applied to various sustainability projects. My academic background in physical sciences- such as physics, calculus, chemistry, and biology- complements my work in ecology, human sciences, and economics, providing me with a well-rounded perspective...