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

...PhD graduate in chemistry. In college, I majored in biochemistry with minors in math and bioinformatics. I was in marching band, a student chapter of American Chemical Society, and did undergraduate research in an organic and biochemistry labs. I also was a supplemental instructor (SI) for intro to biology, where I led group study sessions for the historically difficult class. Regular attendees achieved As and Bs! I have had experience tutoring for 7 years in...

I am an undergraduate student at the University of Chicago studying biology and data science. I have been tutoring diverse groups of students for much of my life, and I teach with the aim of reducing educational disparity and helping every student to find their passion in the classroom. My favorite subject to teach is math, as my teaching philosophy revolves around encouraging critical thinking and problem solving techniques, rather than rote memorization.

...because it is something that I do for a living. I am currently a fifth grade teacher. I have been teaching for the last five years. I received my Bachelors of Science in Education, specifically Elementary Education from Illinois State University. I also have my endorsement in both English as a Second language and reading. The subjects that I tutor are elementary school math, reading, science, and writing. I can also tutor in English, math,...

Chemistry major with a math minor at SIU. I have a passion for learning and love to help others learn!

...noble things a person can do, and it is one thing I have been doing for many years. Since arriving to Chicago in 2010, I have been active in assisting others in my community. I began tutoring children of various ages at the JHP community center, where I taught both academic and physical skills. More important than my teaching experiences, however, is my ability to touch other peoples lives. After starting college at IIT, I...

...Engineering fields. Personally, because of my many years in Math classes, I find the challenge of numbers to be the subject I see as the most fulfilling focus for helping students. I like to teach the basics of Math in a way that gives the student confidence in their current knowledge and the courage to build upon that. I look forward to seeing the signs of comprehension that come with each segment of learning. Outside...

...with a concentration in environmental and evolutionary biology from Thomas More College, and my MS in biology from Western Kentucky University. While working on my masters degree, I spent 3 semesters teaching undergraduate general biology and zoology labs. While I am interested in tutoring a variety of subjects, science and biology specifically are my real passions. My scientific education has helped me grow immeasurably and I would love to help others have the same experience....

...year medical student at the University of IL College of Medicine (graduating in May 2021), and I previously received my Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics and Genomics from Northwestern University. Two things I am passionate about are helping others and mentoring/teaching -- tutoring allows me to do both of these simultaneously! I have previously tutored students ages 5 to >22 in a variety of subjects ranging from different math...

I believe in learning as the unlocking of fundamental human potential. I think that knowledge of the world as a whole allows you to be yourself more completely, to express yourself to others, and to make your developing dreams into reality.

...I am an ecologist from Florida. I graduated with a Master's Degree in Earth and Environmental Resources Management and have my Bachelor's of Science in Zoology with a concentration in Environmental Biology. My forte is science, but I'm great with writing, reading, and math. As a quick background, I began tutoring during my undergrad as a math tutor for freshmen and sophomore students. I was then a teacher's assistant in graduate school for various environmental...

...and I am a secondary science teacher and tutor. I have 3+ years of experience tutoring, both in-person and online. My tutoring experiences have ranged from in-person tutoring at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Dept. of Intercollegiate Athletics, to a variety of online platforms (e.g. School Tutoring Academy Online). I am a content expert in all fields of biology (especially biochemistry, molecular biology, evolutionary theory, physiology, genetics, and ecology), high school general and AP...

...at Northwestern University studying Electrical and Computer Engineering. In my studies I am focusing on Robotics and Control Systems (think developing robots like Boston Dynamics or designing algorithms that allow rockets to land on their own like SpaceX.) I also am a member of Northwestern's solar car racing team, NUSolar, and I am the academic chair for the Tau Delta chapter of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. In my experiences as a student I have...

I am a degreed pharmacist for over 45 years and a chemist in the personal care industry. I enjoy tutoring and mentoring students in both pharmacy and chemistry to help them understand and master a specific subject matter

...and I am a certified teacher with a degree specializing in all subjects in grades K-6. I have been teaching since 2015, and I have a passion for educating and inspiring students. I have had major academic gains with my students within the years I have been teaching, and even had one of the highest student standardized testing scores within my grade level for multiple years in a row. I make learning experiences fun and...

...my Bachelor of Science in Education degree in 2004, where I graduated on the Dean's List. While attending college, I worked at the child care center on campus. Since I was a young child, I knew that I wanted to work with children. I have taught preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade in various schools. One fun fact about me is that for my first teaching job, I taught in the same school that...

...and I have been a teacher for over 25 years. I was a Kindergarten through High School ESL teacher in both Connecticut and Michigan. I have also taught English to international students and English Language Arts to Middle School students. In addition, I was a Resource Room Coordinator at the high school level. As an experienced educator, I thoroughly enjoy sharing my expertise and passion with educators and students while providing authentic and meaningful learning...

...passionate about helping students succeed in their academic journey. With a strong educational background, including a Bachelor's degree in Integrative Biology from UIUC and a Master's degree in Biomedical Science, I've honed my knowledge and expertise in various subjects. Teaching has always been my calling, and I find immense joy in guiding students through subjects like math, science, and test preparation. My goal as a tutor is to empower students to reach their full potential and...

...Loyola University Chicago pursuing degrees in Psychology and Social Work. In the fall, I'll begin my Master's of Social Work with a focus on working with children and families. I am passionate about helping students gain confidence in their academics through a gentle yet direct approach. My areas of specialty are Psychology, English, and ACT prep. When working with others, I have a goal of empowering them to see and achieve their full potential, which...

...I am a 2nd year at the University of Chicago. I am currently double majoring in Biology and Neuroscience on a pre-medical track, intending to become a pediatric cardiologist or neurologist. I also work in a clinical research lab at the University of Chicago Hospital, interacting with patients in Hyde Park and the South Side of Chicago for data collection and clinical studies. Outside of work and school, I love to play hockey (go Maroons!),...

I am a current school psychology graduate student. I have been working with students as a tutor and mentor since high school. I believe that education is a gift, so it's important to me to make learning fun and personalized. My goal is to help students build confidence in themselves and find joy in the work they do.