Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Skokie, IL

...experience educating students ranging in ages from middle school to collegiate freshman. I am endorsed in middle school math and physical science. I also carry an algebra endorsement. Math courses I have taught include Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Linear Algebra, Pre-Calculus and Calculus. Science courses I have taught include Earth and Space Science, Life Science, and Physical Science. I have served as both a Math and Science Department chair, and a Science Instructional Coach. I...

...and Social Studies. However, my favorite topics to teach are History and Foreign Languages. Whenever I work with students, I present the material in a detailed and engaging manner so the students both thoroughly understand the topic and take an interest in it. My hobbies include reading, particularly books about ancient Rome and ancient, medieval, and modern Middle Eastern history, as well as consulting my Arabic, French, German, and Hebrew dictionaries and spending time with...

...secondary levels. My teaching and tutoring style is to work to help students develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills. In addition to this, I also strive to help the students think analytically about major concepts or situations. Working one on one with students is one of the best ways to achieve this. In fact it is my preferred method of teaching. I have developed these beliefs over my career and like a good...

...a firm believer in the motto "It takes a village to raise a child." It is important that we work together as teachers, tutors, parents and family to ensure each child gets the best education possible. My role as a teacher and tutor is to discover each student's individual learning style and tailor the learning material and curriculum to meet the needs of that individual student so that they are able to achieve personal success.

...help students grasp the concepts and learn how to apply them, rather than simply accumulate information. I believe in students capabilities to learn and excel in math. During tutoring sessions, I do my best to break down the math problems into simpler ones, allowing the student to figure out the solution for the problem by him/herself. That way, I ensure that the student will be able to retrieve their math skills during the exams and...

...a wide array of subjects with a primary focus on math and science. In addition, during college, I greatly enjoyed tutoring my fellow peers across different science subjects. Between the math and science subjects I have tutored, my favorite is chemistry. This is because I have personally experienced how daunting and complex chemistry can be at first. However, by gaining a strong understanding in the theoretical background, having the right mindset, and through practice, chemistry...

...watching a student's emotions go from frustration and confusion, to enlightened and excited. Math doesn't have to be as hard as some make it. I try to make it as easy and understandable as possible. I have more than 12 years of experience tutoring high school and college students in math, from algebra to calculus. My favorite kind of math is Algebra. I have memorized every formula and equation used in all levels of Algebra....

...learner. As a lifelong learner, I am not only constantly learning about becoming the best teacher I can be, but also the best daughter, sister, partner, friend, etc. I want to be able to encourage others to then overcome obstacles that prevent them from being the best that they can be; sometimes, we all just need another person to talk to in order to process and find a solution for our struggles in life. I...

...my decision to become a teacher. Soon after, I continued my education in college with the desire to eventually obtain a teaching license. In college, I have experienced four field placements in kindergarten, first, third, and fourth grades. I have also completed observation hours at Wredling Middle School in St. Charles. Each of those experiences allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of how to meet the needs of all learners. I recently passed the...

...due to committed and memorable teachers! As a result, I was inspired to become an educator. As a teacher, my job is to help students tap into their incredibly unique potential. This means that I will work to help students complete their assigned material with their previously gained knowledge and current, relevant interests. Who wants to learn something that doesn't seem to matter, or is uninteresting? No one. I hope to make your tutoring experience...

...in science as well. I enjoy tutoring because of the one-on-one interaction that does not occur as frequently in a classroom setting. I am very passionate about teaching and have a lot of new ideas to bring to tutoring sessions. When I am not tutoring you can find me working as a camp counselor or at home going for a bike ride with my siblings. I am excited to meet my students and am anxious...

...working with all elementary students. My favorite subject is Math but I also love Reading. Helping students in Math and Reading are my strong areas. I like to have fun with learning and help students relate the subject matter to real life situations for better retention. At home I love spending time with my 3 boys. A few things we like to do are go for bike rides, read books and go to the park....

I believe that education is the most important aspect of the developing youth. My goal is for all my students to become confident learners in their subject area. I achieve this by providing one-on-one attention to each student and helping each student 'learn how they learn'. This not only helps them achieve their current goals in our sessions, but also helps them in...

...tutored and mentored at-risk teens. I'm currently working on a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of the People, a global online education development initiative. I enjoy tutoring across the spectrum of subjects, though I get most excited about Literature, Writing, and developing an individual's capacity to learn. I seek to personalize each student's educational experience, as I believe that learning happens best when a student is engaged and takes ownership of her/his learning....

...In addition to teaching the academics of the subject, I find it important to identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to help a child cope with the stresses of their academics. I easily build rapport with children and understand the importance of good communication...

...the United States. My philosophy is to do what will meet my student's needs the best. For example, one of my students is studying for a placement test in Spanish. All of his lessons are based on the requirements of the test. In my spare time, I love to swim and am a member of the Evanston Wildcat Masters Swim Team. Also I love to travel in Latin America. During the summer of 2014 and...

...with both higher and lower levels of math. Whether it's calculus or elementary number facts, I can break things down to make them easy for students of any level to understand. I like to focus on both current needs and classroom expectations for each student. Often times math becomes difficult for a student because of his or her 'gaps' in previous levels of math. I usually see the fastest improvements with my students when targeting...

...specialty is tutoring in writing and reading, I am also available for tutoring in mathematics, history, the social sciences, and ACT/SAT preparation. I have a Master of Arts in English from Ohio University. I received my bachelor's from Ohio State and also attended Kenyon College. My master's thesis compared the works of Geoffrey Chaucer to those of James Joyce, while my undergraduate focus was in American Literature of the twentieth century. As you might guess...

...able to explain it to others. Tutoring has allowed me to better understand my own topics and has given me the ability to teach them in several ways. Beyond tutoring, I also enjoy video games, Ultimate Frisbee, Soccer, Martial Arts, playing piano, and riding my bike around town and through trails. Having many interests is very helpful in college because it allows you to escape when you need to and come back to a problem...

...I love understanding the concept behind a problem and being able to use that to figure out the rest of the problems. I am passionate about helping students because I believe they are the future. Students have the greatest possibility and opportunity to make a change in themselves and the world. By gaining more knowledge, we an positively affect our environment and influence the people around us. During a mission trip, I taught second grader...