Award-Winning Elementary School Science Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

Knowledge is a power that everyone should have access to. It is my goal to help empower as many as I can.

...master's degrees (Biology and Music) and two bachelor's degrees (Biology and Journalism) from Northern Illinois University. I am particularly understanding and helpful to students with learning difficulties such as ADHD and those struggling in the math and sciences. I emphasize study skills, organization and time management. I welcome questions and am extremely patient with repeated questioning and empathetic with those who hate or are forced to learn. Likewise, I am very creative using fun ways...

...and improve their ability to think about concepts in a meaningful process. I love sharing my knowledge and teaching others around me to help lift them up and see them be successful. My experience includes teaching different subjects to clients, my own colleagues, and others within the community. I received my Bachelor's from Missouri Western State University, graduating a year early in 2020. My degree is Health and Exercise Science with a minor in biology....

...decade with my most intensive tutoring being over the last year and a half. My passion for education started to unearth itself as I earned my BS in Biology and BA in Philosophy from the University of Miami and graduated to work at the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics. It was here I was published for my work involving reprogramming autistic blood cells to stem cells, and then to neurons. I realized that...

...can help a student when I started struggling in organic chemistry during my sophomore year of college. No matter what method I used, I could not bring my grade up in that class, so I started attending tutoring sessions. It wasn't until I received this direct help that I was able to bring my grade back up and do so well in the class! Seeing how much tutoring helped me made me realize that I...

...University of Illinois Chicago in their Guaranteed Dental program, in which I have a guaranteed spot in their dental school after my bachelor's degree is complete. I have been involved in many activities throughout my undergraduate and high school career, including reading to third graders, teaching juniors how to take the ACT, and editing many essays in college as well. I love aiding other students, even my own peers, and one, it brings me satisfaction...

My name is Brit Howard. I've been a teacher now for 10 years. I've taught elementary school from Kindergarten to 6th grade. I graduated with my Bachelors of Science in English and have a Masters in Education. I love helping students become engaged with the materials and find their passions.

...year as an undergraduate biology and pre-dental student at Loyola University Chicago, with an expected graduation with Magna Cum Laude honors in the Spring of 2025. Through my own academic career, my passion for learning has grown immensely, especially in the fields of biology, chemistry, English, and Spanish. Additionally, I'm very passionate about singing, and I participate in a pre-professional level choir at my university. I am thrilled by the opportunity to help students of...

...University Chicago in the Education program. I am studying Bilingual/Bi-cultural and Elementary Education as a major. I truly believe the key to a bright future begins in the classroom, and that each student deserves the chance to succeed in school and beyond. I strive to do all I can to give students the confidence, skills and knowledge they need to be the best versions of themselves they can be. I have taken classes in teaching...

...the University of Missouri Kansas City as a part of their 6 year direct medical program. Medicine is my passion, and I'm thrilled that we are able to interview patients in the hospital and learn from them very early on in the process. The best teachers I've ever had have been more than just adults. They were passionate about the material they taught, and that passion was carried over to me. That is the main...

...University of Illinois at Chicago and will be attending medical school in August 2016 to pursue my dream of becoming a pediatrician. I received my Bachelor of Sciences in Biological Sciences and graduated with College Honors, Highest Departmental Distinction in the Biological Sciences Department, and from my university's Honors College. I am very passionate about tutoring after my experience volunteering as a tutor for patients at the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital. Throughout...

I am a teacher that is very passionate about learning and teaching. I feel that even though I am teaching; I still learn something new everyday. This is my niche, and I love teaching math, science, and English. Teaching is a privilege and I hope to be able to help you achieve your goals.

...University in both the ELL program assisting students to pass the TOEFL and trio program helping first generation college students with a diverse set of classes. Since graduation, I taught second grade in Alaska. All my students were ELL. My students started the year with 5 out 16 being able to recognize the Alphabet and count beyond 10. The year ended with all but 1 reading at a second grade level and adding and subtracting...

I am passionate about all areas of content knowledge, including math, science, English, and history. Because I also value moral knowledge, I firmly believe that the good example of a high quality tutor has the potential make a world of a difference in a person's life. I was lucky enough to have my parents as my tutors throughout my childhood and I hope to provide the same services to others.

...educator with over a decade of experience helping young learners build confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills. I hold a Master's in Environmental Education and Natural Sciences and currently teach at a nature-based preschool, where I focus on hands-on, personalized learning rooted in real-world exploration. Whether working with early learners or supporting older students, I believe in meeting each child where they are and helping them grow at their own pace. I specialize in literacy, early...

I currently work as an academic researcher, mentor, and teacher. I have taught multiple college level biology and science courses. Also, I have tutored middle and high school students in math and science. I truly enjoy working with students and I believe that everyone can understand math and science with the right instruction.

...St. Olaf College in Northfield Minnesota. I graduated with a degree in biology, and I will be attending medical school in the fall. I have a varied tutoring history, helping students from the 3rd grade all the way to collegiate level courses. I have tutored Math/ELA for elementary school students, and have tutored Introductory Chemistry (Semesters 1 + 2), Organic Chemistry (Semesters 1 + 2), Introductory Physics (Kinematics + Electromagnetism), and Biochemistry. My favorite subject...

...my second year of a Clinical Psychology Doctoral program (PsyD), and I have a passion for tutoring! I am very passionate about Psychology, Biology, and the Life Sciences. I enjoy tutoring test prep, college level Biology and Physics, Graduate level Biology, and high school level Biology, Physics, Life Sciences, Psychology, Science, and Social Studies. Please feel free to reach out if you would like tutoring services in the said subjects! :) - Olivia F.

...Tulane University, I understand the hustle and bustle of studying for tests and writing long essays. As a tutor, I am here for you, or for your child, to help them succeed academically and ease the stress of being a student. My major in Sociology made writing and editing papers second nature for me, and my major in Dance taught me how to be creative with problem-solving and teaching. My best tutoring subject would definitely...

...Cornell University. I am a psychology major on the pre medical track. Over the summers, I tutor students between the ages of kindergarten through 5th grade and created engaging games to help them actively learn. At Cornell, I serve as Math TA for Algebra. My main goal in these tutoring sessions is to create a safe learning environment to encourage growth and success. I want every student to feel comfortable enough to ask questions when...