Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in South Elgin, IL

...that teaching requires a lot of hard work and effort as it is very important for the teacher to look at things from the student's perspective. I absolutely love teaching Mathematics and I feel proud to share that most of my students have become Math's wizards even though they didn't like the subject earlier. My...

...college, I tutored students in underperforming St. Louis schools through the program Each One Teach One. This summer I will be working with advanced students in a summer enrichment program for grades 3-5. Through both my student teaching position and methods classes at my university, I have gained invaluable experience in many areas of teaching....

...offered my academic services both in high school and college, often to my peers, primarily in writing and mathematics. I work carefully with students to bring out clarity and richness of expression in their writing. Essays are essentially portraits of your character and logical flow, which is often where students are lost, is crucial towards...

I am strong believer that any student can and will be successful if they work hard and be persistence and there are times that one might need help understanding a concept and this is where I believe I can help them to understand concepts better and be able to apply them in real life.... I believe everyone can learn/master the subject, though with the help of a good teacher/tutor.

...with a master's degree in marketing communications from Illinois Institute of Technology. I taught ESL, TOEFL preparation, and pronunciation for many years and have tutored all ages and levels in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, math, social studies, and ESL. I have also taught tutors how to teach literacy to adults. My teaching approach is to...

...seeing my students improve and achieve new goals as I work with them. Moving away from the swimming environment, I started to tutor students for math and science. I quickly realized that I enjoyed teaching in this environment as well, particularly because I enjoy math and science and their relevance to my everyday life. This...

I am a young, vibrant teacher with a strong passion for education. I believe that education is the most powerful tool anyone can have, and I am here to help your student find success and confidence! Motivating and inspiring students is my favorite (and most important) part of my job.

...algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus I, and statistics (Including statistics tests on TI83/84). My tutoring experience has been rewarding, as I have had the opportunity to meet many students with diverse cultural and academic backgrounds. It's my goal as a tutor to help students grasp the concepts and learn how to apply them, rather than simply...

...mathematics for several years, but then left teaching in a pursuit to gain more knowledge while attending Wake Forest University and obtaining a Masters Degree in Business Administration. I have since joined the business world as a Business Analyst, but have never lost my passion for teaching mathematics. In my free time, I enjoy working...

...fifth grade special education. As a special education teacher, I have experience adapting text for students, using multiple types of questions to build student success, and using technology to practice skills my students are acquiring. Tutoring can be an intensely rewarding experience for students and their tutors. Learning from different people in different settings prepares...

...which included providing formal tutoring services and academic advice to peers. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology and Writing. Also, I have helped prepare many students for standardized exams such as the PSAT, SAT and ACT, and enjoy making the best of the experience. I was a...

...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 want to then...

...on track. I strive to make learning a pleasure by presenting fun, hands-on activities. And I support students by teaching study skills and ways to work smarter. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Zoology. I love to crochet, swim and belly dance in my spare time. With...

...subject. I believe that everyone learns differently whether it is through lectures, or videos, or even notecards. So there is always an approach to making the material easier to understand. Learning should be fun at the same time. The teachers that stood out to me never failed to make whatever they were teaching enjoyable for...

...because of his 7th grade social studies seminar course on ancient societies. When I tutor English or Math, I emulate his passion. I can't help myself! In fact, I earned an English Degree in addition to my Psychology BA because I enjoy reading and writing so much. I'm not just a book worm though. I'm...

...for Ferguson Enterprises as an HVAC Sales Management Trainee and now work in the Chicago, IL branch. My tutoring endeavors started when I was in middle school, working with elementary students. As I progressed through high school I helped students in 6th through 8th grades and covered math and science courses. I continued to tutor...

...school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits...

...literature and to write. Learning is best when it is fun, and when it is adapted to the learner at hand. I am always interested in hearing what the learner is thinking because I think a lot can be learned from listening to how an individual is arriving at a given perspective. I taught for...

...with the way that math is typically taught. I think the fact that so many students get turned off of math should be an indication that maybe something needs to change in the way that we teach it. In addition to math, I like reading, listening to music, and am also a big Cub fan....

...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...