Award-Winning Calculus Tutors serving Mount Prospect, IL

I have a passion for learning and for helping others to learn! Started teaching undergrad courses in 1991...began tutoring in 1999 and received a tutoring award from the University of Pennsylvania. I like to make hard subjects clear and easy to handle!... Usually it's part "get to know you." But then I ask them what is bothering them the most, and we start there. If we have to back up to review things, no problem; I...

...AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutoring method with small groups of students. In addition to working with middle and high school students, I regularly tutored fellow undergraduates in Geology, Astronomy, and Oceanography classes. I tutor a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation. I am most passionate about earth science and astronomy, but I find...

...each of my students with. I currently work at Downers Grove High School as a paraprofessional in the Special Services Department. I strive to make sure that every student has the opportunity to succeed, and I understand that the path to success varies from person to person. In addition to my background in foreign languages,...

...math and science. I am currently enrolled in grad school physics courses and intend on start my PhD in physics this fall. I am a person who's passionate about learning, and loves to help facilitate learning in others. There's nothing that brings me greater pleasure than taking difficult concepts, and breaking them down into simple,...

...abroad at the University of Hong Kong for a semester, and completed coursework at the University of Chicago. I am proficient in teaching many areas of mathematics from algebra to calculus to even real analysis. I can also help people with topics in computer science including data structures, algorithms, and many programming languages. I am...

...of philosophy (ancient, medieval, enlightenment, modern), political philosophy (your Locke, Hobbes and Rawls, etc), philosophy of science (Bayesianism, positivism, etc). I can also tutor undergrad courses on Chinese philosophy (Ruism, Buddhism, Daoism)! I'm confident tutoring K-12 math and physics. I'm also a native Mandarin speaker; I can help you or your children study Mandarin Chinese...

...one of the best universities in the world and yet I am grounded on the foundations that have made me what I am and that is my strength in quantitative and analytical abilities. It is my wish and endeavor to embark on a journey to help in imparting this knowledge to aspiring students.

...math courses well beyond calculus. I have tutored mathematics and taught voice lessons on a freelance basis for the past year. I have enjoyed the experience of helping students achieve their goals. Over the summer, I helped an adult student dramatically improve her math skills on very short notice, which allowed her to pass a...

...breaking down complex math concepts into clear, approachable steps and watching students grow more confident as they begin to understand material that once felt intimidating. I tutor math at a variety of levels and especially enjoy helping students connect mathematical concepts to real-world applications. Architecture has taught me how numbers, patterns, and logic work together...

...biology and bioengineering. I have always enjoyed teaching others and have been tutoring for 4 years. I recognize that every student learns differently so I emphasize individualized lesson plans. I am excited at the possibility of sharing my knowledge and tips in math, science, reading, writing, the SAT, college essays, and more!

...a rapport with each student so I can challenge him or her to think critically about a given problem. On the flip side, I continually remind my students to critique and to question what I am presenting, especially if a point is unclear. This not only helps my students to gain a complete understanding, but...

...I took 6 AP classes in high school and am now a freshman at Washington University in St. Louis, a top 20 university, where I'm continuing to build on my strong academic foundation. I've worked with students of various ages and learning styles, and I love finding the right approach to help each one gain...

...be more than happy to tutor anyone who may be struggling or feeling uncomfortable with these areas of study. Additionally, I can tutor students for specific classes such as AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus, as this material is closely related to what I am now studying in college. Regarding standardized tests, I would...

I discovered my passion for tutoring during my five years as a graduate student in the physics department at UIC. With my 5 years experience tutoring and teaching at UIC, I am excited to help your understanding! As a result of the ongoing pandemic, I will only be tutoring online for the time being. Thank you!

...University of Illinois @Urbana-Champaign. Since helping my peers in both high school and college I learned that I have both a passion and talent for imparting knowledge upon others. I am very excited for the opportunity in helping students achieve their potential. I have found that teaching is very rewarding for myself as well as...

...tutor, but also as a course assistant, teaching assistant, and Physics Olympiad instructor. Additionally, some of my undergraduate research has consisted of work in physics education and student cognition. Teaching helps me fortify my own understanding of material; being able to explain something effectively is the ultimate test of one's own mastery. In my free...

I am truly invested in helping people to further understand and enjoy Mathematics! I know that I enjoy teaching and using it and I want to spread that love to others.

...pursuing my B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering in college. I have been tutoring for over four years now working with students in various fields ranging from math and science to standardized testing! I love tutoring and will make it my goal to make sure I give you the tools to achieve yours!

...amazing and diverse people. I then moved out to the west coast to pursue my love of Marine Biology and earned a Master's degree in Marine Science from the University of Oregon. While in graduate school as well as studying oysters, the focus of my thesis research, I was also teaching hands-on Marine Science in...

...Standardized Tests (specifically the reading and writing sections) and English. I want to help students excel on Standardized Exams so they can pursue their higher education goals. I direct my tutoring towards identifying students' learning methods and catering to those to establish continued engagement in doing so, I hope to foster a love of learning...