Award-Winning Chemistry Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

I currently teach High School Chemistry, Biology, Geometry, and Algebra I and 2. I enjoy witnessing student growth - particularly, what I refer to as "light-bulb moments" - and achievement.

...I have specialized in test prep for GRE and GMAT since 2016. Previously, I taught in middle and high school classrooms in the subject areas of Math, Physics, and Social Studies. What I love most about tutoring is building confidence and reducing anxiety through concept mastery. Your personality, goals, strengths, and needs determine the scope, pace, style, and materials for our work together. I'm a life-long learner who loves to read for personal and professional...

...I've been teaching in one form or another since I was a teenagerfrom Kung Fu to chemistry labs to mentoring PhDs in clinical settingsand I've learned that if you can't explain something clearly, you probably don't fully understand it. I hold a B.S. in Chemistry and an M.S. in Biochemistry from DePaul University, and I bring a practical, patient, and interactive approach to tutoring. Whether it's chemistry or biology, I focus on real-world connections, clear...

...environment. As an aspiring engineer, my favorite subjects to teach students are math and science. I've been working with kids as a swim instructor and music teacher for the past six years now. As I've begun developing experience tutoring students, my favorite part about helping students learn math and science concepts is teaching them how these different concepts interconnect and later helping them to develop critical thinking skills to work through difficult material.

I have taught high school and college level course for over a decade. I believe that there are common themes that students posses that can impede their learning. A key element is self confidence in their ability to learn. I believe in building up a student's confidence as they learn a subject so they can retain the information and can apply it in real world scenarios.... I believe that all students can learn whatever you offer...

...algebra tutor for the tutoring hotline at my college. These experiences have given me a firsthand understanding of the true joys that accompany tutoring. I really enjoy watching and aiding the intellectual advancement of students over time and genuinely appreciate being a part of the milestone moments that track this advancement. My philosophy with regards to tutoring is that all students have their own specific goals and unique ways of learning, and that it is...

...George Orwell's "Politics and the English Language", an essay he wrote in 1948 that speaks to the repercussions of fuzzy writing, and 2) Strunk and White, "The Elements of Style". Both of these are not only entertaining, but timeless and worth reading and rereading. Both speak to the importance of making every word count. Becoming a strong editor of your own work is something I will teach you! Outside of work and tutoring, I sing...

...graduate of Loyola University Chicago with a degree in Biology. I enjoy seeing my clients grow and become confident in their abilities throughout each individual session. I like to begin every session by getting to know my client and discussing what particular topics they are struggling with. I will cater the session to work on strengthening the weaknesses of my client so that they can work towards mastering the topic at hand. I have previously...

...time, I dreamed of being a teacher. While I recently decided to pursue a career in the medical field, I still want to give back and teach. I took nearly 60-70 credit hours of biology and am especially fluent with any basic biology concept, as well as several advanced topics. I am a nice, very easy going person and really want to be there for struggling students. I remember those times in high school when...

...teachers to receive one additional point in the hopes of receiving a B+. I spent my days watching TV, playing games, and hanging out with my friends. But I've had a moment of change. A BIG CHANGE of my life that brought me to who I am today. With a gentle push from my mother who insisted I take the PSAT for admissions to a competitive high school with an IB program, I reluctantly gave...

My name is Nouma Basharet. I am currently working towards getting me Bachelors of Science in Biology. I volunteer as a substitute teacher as well as work as a teacher aide at times. I believe that education is a means of a better way of living. That is why I believe all children should receive the best education. In my free time I like to read, workout and cook.

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...

...have two years of experience working as a math instructor for students from ages 5 to 15, teaching concepts that ranged from simple shape recognition to complex algebra. In addition, I spent a semester volunteering as a virtual English and Phonics tutor for young elementary school kids in Chinatown, Chicago. Along with math and English, I immensely enjoy tutoring other subjects, such as biology, chemistry, and writing. I am passionate about tutoring students because I...

...my understanding of the educational and psychological challenges students face. I have also gained valuable experience through internships and externships, such as at the Lakeside Community Committee in Chicago and Blue Shield of California. These roles have provided me with a broader perspective on the intersection of education, healthcare, and community support, further fueling my commitment to helping students succeed academically and personally. I offer tutoring in a wide range of subjects, with a particular...

...am a graduate student and have been tutoring for over 10 years now. I am passionate about sharing my personal academic journey and the strategies I learned over the years to get straight A's. My interests include Psychology and Philosophy, as these were my undergraduate majors. I am also passionate about Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, which is what I am studying now as a Graduate student. I enjoy teaching creative writing, so if...

...recent graduate from Ball State University, where I got a MS in Chemistry. While getting a Masters degree I worked as a lab instructor for over 2 years, before my time at Ball State I worked as a tutor for nearly 4 years mostly at Purdue University & as a professional tutor of Joliet Jr. College. Following my time at Ball State I worked at Marian HS where I served as an aid to there...

...understand the problem as a whole instead of just the answer. Regarding Latin, I work to illustrate that questions in a Latin class are puzzles in and of themselves. Translations of ancient sentences are just puzzles to solve. You are given a set of rules, and students must think nimbly to apply those rules to the situation at hand. In the end, a question that seems dull at first becomes an interesting puzzle to figure...

...I saw an open heart surgery and took a problem solving class. I decided to choose biomedical engineering because of my passion for medicine and problem solving. The summer after, I was chosen in a biomedical engineering research position where I wanted to learn more about the applications of biomedical engineering. A group of six students and me created the first working program that locates a tumor in the body. I also worked as a...

I have been helping kids with chemistry, on Varsity platform. i have also help kids prepare for the NYC tests. I am a graduate in Organic Chemistry from Delhi University, India. I have taught for almost 11 years in a public school....

...and I like visualizing examples rather than memorizing formulas and theories to get my end results. I am what people call as a knowledge sponge. I love learning in general. You can find me doing Sudoku or crosswords in a coffee shop or doing experiments in the lab, but the end of goal is the same: learning something new. I believe with knowledge we can improve our quality of life and become more intellectual beings....