Award-Winning English Tutors in Rockford, IL

...child, to help him understand and love the subject presented to him, I learned more than I ever had. In my fifteen years, first at a Russian school, then also at a private academy, and finally, as an academic advisor, I discovered that children all have different ways of learning, and it is extremely vital...

...serve my students long after leaving the safety of my four walls. I believe that this work is very important. I will never get tired of seeing a child's eyes filled with excitement after a performance. Watching a student's confidence grow, seeing pride fill their entire body after working hard on a new challenge. These...

...many puzzles! I am a recent graduate of Knox College, with a major in Philosophy and a minor in Creative Writing. I was one course away from graduating with a double major in English Literature, but I chose to focus on my Philosophy Studies. I earned an award for my Philosophical writing through the Illinois...

...With my journalism background I enjoy tutoring writing. Reading and history run a close second and third place. I enjoy tutoring and helping students flourish. I believe in having the one-on-one or small group connection when students are trying to grasp that particular subject matter. It is such a key component when trying to learn....

...is a passion of mine, I love being able to see how much I have helped students. During high school, I was an active member of the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois for 7 years. My Girl Scout troop and I volunteered in many animal shelters, disabled children homes, and nursing homes. Volunteering at these...

...level courses and college level chemistry, biology, computer science, and English coursework. More specifically, I am highly qualified to tutor students in Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Computer Science, Genetics, Molecular and Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Physiology, Ecology and Evolution, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics- mechanics, and literature and language courses including AP English Language, AP...

...engineering. I am very passionate about math and computer science, leading me to pick this major and these topics to tutor. However, I excel most at test prep and filling in any knowledge gaps. I have taken many standardized tests throughout my education on a wide range of topics, leading to a deep understanding of...

...from Beloit College with a double major in philosophy and creative writing. My experiences include teaching music and philosophy in classroom settings as well as working as an editor for the Beloit Fiction Journal. What I love about tutoring is taking the material step-by-step and creating a chill environment to take out the stress and...

...peers, and engage in new learnings. In my classroom, learning is facilitated through thematic units that provide an opportunity for in-depth study, higher-order thinking, and cross-curricular connections. I believe that students learn best through enriching and engaging activities. Students need to be provided with a variety of activities that address the different types of learners....

...Illinois University. As part of the program, I have tutored students in high school with trigonometry, statistics, reading comprehension, writing, ACT/SAT preparation (all subjects), pre-algebra, algebra I, and advanced algebra. My style of tutoring is to not take on the traditional "lecturer" role, but to allow students to take an active part in their learning....

...succeeding is not only to have a desire to learn, but to have a teacher that can match your learning style. I like to take time to get to know who I'm working with so that I can build a bond and match my abilities to my students' needs. I'm also pretty funny. A student...

...both Gender Studies and Children's Studies. I've worked with youth in various roles: as a nanny, an advocate, a shelter care provider, and a tutor. I tutor math, reading, and Spanish. Espaol es mi tema favorito. I'm passionate about bridging the gaps in education. I use a strengths-based approach to meet students where they are,...

...throughout my educational and personal life. I want to inspire others to have a passion for education that sculpts who they are and who they choose to inspire later in life. The opportunities that I am afforded today were endowed in me by interdisciplinary studies and my decision to make use of those tools.

...teaching others Mandarin. In addition to this I stayed another eight years in Taiwan teaching at a bilingual English school. In short, I conducted class completely in Mandarin Chinese to the Taiwanese students until their English level reached maturity. In conclusion, I've been in a language teaching environment in Asia for over thirteen years so...

...potential. I am committed to building strong relationships with my students and their families, as I believe that open communication and trust are essential for academic success. If you are seeking a tutor who combines academic excellence with real-world experience, I am the ideal candidate. With a strong background in business, culinary arts, and teaching, I...

...philosophy, and so I hope to eventually acquire a PhD and become a philosophy professor. At NIU, I received world-class training in analytic philosophy. My areas of expertise in philosophy are philosophy of mind, philosophy of language, and metaphysics. However, I am able to tutor any core subject in analytic philosophy (e.g. ethics, epistemology, history...

...when I wrote essays. I am working towards a BS in Computer Engineering, with minors in Math and Computer Science at Valparaiso University, while also being part of the honors college, which is based on argumentative writing. Having someone to ask for help from proves as an invaluable resource in any field, especially academically. I...

...I team taught in a school with no walls. We had students working independently with no direct instruction. Each student was given independent tutoring and allowed to progress at their own pace. I also taught computer intro courses. I moved to Chicago in 1989. I taught high school algebra, geometry, and algebra 2 until I...

...three half marathons and look forward to many more! I am also the international travel leader at my school. I have taken students to London, Paris, Italy, Greece, and am leaving in a month to Norway, Denmark, and Sweden! Whether in the classroom, on the court, or in the world, I love teaching kids and...

...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 hope to work with your child soon!