Award-Winning Computer Science Tutors serving McHenry, IL

...identify many alternate routes to explanation, should the more common ones not work well. This interests me greatly, as it broadens my own understanding of the topics in math and physics I find so interesting. An added bonus is being able to help someone meet their classroom goals. I recently earned a B. S. in...

I am a Computer Science student at UIUC who loves to help others. I have experience from being the oldest out of four and often helping my younger siblings with their school work.

...of Chicago where I currently live. As someone who started their journey in STEM feeling like they were not smart enough to become a doctor, educators have had an incredible role in my life, showing me that hard work beats talent every day. I hope to pass this on to my students, showing them that...

...reading, and shamefully binge watching shows sometimes on Netflix. I found my passion for tutoring when I became a tutor at Kumon Math and Reading for three years in high school, teaching students of all ages. I was also a geometry tutor, so I have extensive experience with mathematics. I found both jobs to be...

...part of my life. From being a tutor to 60+ students at The Broad College of Business at Michigan State University to volunteer work for Tutoring Chicago, where i tutor every week. Varsity Tutors is now my newest platform to continue this interest and I look forward to helping more students reach their goals.

...to help students understand and do well in STEM classes, as well as be prepared for standardized exams, including the AP exams and the ACT. I think every individual learns differently, so my biggest goal is to individualize every session to the best approach for each student. Anyone I tutor, I am fully invested in...

...my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I have taught in a 4th grade classroom for 4 years but have been working with children for about 7 years. I love to make learning fun and engaging for the student. I love working one on one with a child to make sure they reach their highest potential! I...

...ethic, which is evidenced by the fact that I have maintained a part-time job during my years in college. This included operating my own successful small business and working in other positions and internships. I function equally well working independently or as a member of a team, and feel confident that given the opportunity I...

...Maggie! I recently graduated college in Biomedical Engineering. Throughout college I was a TA and tutor for Chemistry, Calculus, and MATLAB. I am passionate about helping others in their education. Learning is difficult yet extremely rewarding! I look forward to helping students on both content and reaching their academic goals. I am currently a PhD...

...giving answers, pushing my tutees to think through the material and make connections themselves. I try to stay concise and direct when explaining concepts, but I'm always guided by my students' needs and learning styles. Outside of tutoring, I'm a varsity collegiate rower, and rowing has become one of my greatest passions. Whether I'm in...

...love to help students overcome fear or apprehension when it comes to these potentially overwhelming subjects. I truly believe that math and computers are fun toys to play with to help us solve important problems, and the more students I can help become excited about these subjects, the better place the world will be!

I firmly believe in the idea of a growth mindset and that anyone has the capacity to reach their academic goals, especially in the context of standardized testing.

...majoring in economics on a pre-medicine track. I have over 4 years of tutoring experience in various subject areas ranging from standardized testing to common core math to violin performance. During my high school career, I excelled in 12 AP classes, as well as the major standardized exams (PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP tests). I attribute...

Recent graduate from the University of Utah where I studied machine learning and gravitational lensing. I graduated with my master's in astrophysics and am currently pursuing a career in education.

...more than inapplicable knowledge. Outside of tutoring and school, I spend most of my free time producing music. What once started out as a hobby has become a part-time job where I sell beats to singers and rappers. I also play piano and guitar. Furthermore, I am obsessed with automobiles, and love to research and...

...specific teaching approach depends on the subject, but I like to really engage my students in that subject. When it comes to languages, that could mean watching or listening to media in that language or finding a fun book to read. In science or math, that could be running examples, either real or virtual.

...While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about math and college applications. I particularly enjoy tutoring students for the SAT and ACT or writing college application essays because I remember how difficult it was during that time but learned to have fun with the process and would love to help students...

...reporting into me, so my days are filled to say the least! Previously I have been a Senior Program Manager for a large pharmacy retailer. I was responsible for the teams of resources that ran the mergers and acquisitions projects, where we worked to integrate new acquisitions into the standard processes that are running in...

...for students. I created a simple yet effective learning map that helped me achieve my goals, and I love sharing this with others who are eager to succeed in IT. Whether you're a beginner or preparing for certification exams, my approach ensures that learning is both engaging and deeply informative. I emphasize not just how...