Award-Winning Chess Tutors serving Plainfield, IL

I am a Senior at Illinois Institute of Technology. I major in physics and astronomy and minor in political science. I'm curious, creative, and passionate about learning and mentorship; helping every star shine bright! I adored the 3 years I have spent tutoring students ages 5-50 in subjects ranging from computer science to swimming!

...younger students to deeply understand subjects like algebra, calculus, and programming. I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and thinking out loud. I particularly enjoy tutoring math and computer science because I find satisfaction in breaking down problems and helping students develop logical, step-by-step approaches. Outside of academics,...

Hello, My name is Vanessa Desimone and I am extremely passionate about helping others. My previous work experience includes: ABA therapy, tutoring grades K-college, teaching overseas, and teaching preschoolers. In addition, I am American Sign Language interpreting certificate. With hard work, determination, and guidance I believe I can help you overcome current academic obstacles.

...and the strategic thinking needed not just for the GMAT, but for business school and beyond. I believe that every student is capable of excellence when given the right guidance and encouragement. Helping students unlock their potential and achieve their academic and professional goals is what drives me every day. I'm here to make math...

...tutoring in a variety of subjects including: ACT preparation, calculus, algebra, statistics, real analysis, physics, chess, and economics. In addition to my academic and tutoring endeavors, I'm a passionate chess enthusiast. Chess has been a lifelong interest of mine, teaching me valuable lessons in strategic thinking, patience, and problem-solving. I'm always eager to engage in...

...is an excellent example of how I worked towards meeting this goal. My teaching philosophy is basically the Socratic method. Among its many benefits, this method makes it easy to engage with students. I also like to stress understanding. I remember the 1973 movie, "The Paper Chase", and the memorable performance by John Houseman, as...

...have been an adult ESL instructor at a non-profit, tutored my peers in Geometry, mentored Apprentice Opticians to certification, taught music theory and saxophone in a music school. All these experiences taught me learning is a life long journey and every person learns in a slightly different way than the next. Every brain is wired...

...grammatical rule, you can remember it for the test, but you'll forget it a week later. If you learn why that formula or that rule exists and why it works, you'll retain that information for far longer and can rediscover and recall it much more successfully down the line. Academics aside, I love to tell...

...and a minor in Science Education. I graduated high school with the IB Diploma. I've tutored math and biology pro bono locally in the Northern Virginia area for almost two years, as I love giving back to my community and honing my teaching skills. My style involves focusing on addressing knowledge gaps and trying to...

...pursuing a double major in computer science and biology. Early on in high school (Maggie L. Walker Governor's School graduate), I discovered a passion for helping others and I now have had hundreds of hours of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects including chess, computer programming, math, and SAT prep. In addition to...

...I have been volunteering my time tutoring with underserved populations throughout California and Pennsylvania. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics (all branches from Algebra to Calculus) and Science (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics). As a high school student, I vividly remember preparing for the SAT and hope to...

...math and other skills through practice and hard work. I began my tutoring career at Kumon where I developed a passion to help other students excel in their academic careers. My teaching philosophy is practice, the only to truly master a subject is to practice it until you can do it with your eyes closed.

...experience in a wide-range of subjects including Economics, Political Science and other social sciences, and standardized tests. In college, I was a Political Science and Economics major. My favorite Political Science class was Political Philosophy Theory, and my favorite Economics class was Labor Economics. I scored a 177 on the LSAT and a 34 on...

I enjoy helping others realize their potential and making the impossible possible. Everyone can reach their goals, and it is my goal to help you reach yours! Math is my favorite subject, and I have even participated in competitions for it. I hope to help others fall in love with math as well.

...school background is rough since I was born with a hearing disability. I was not the best academically, but I was involved in soccer. This hardship increased due to procrastination. Procrastination is a nasty habit that haunts everyone. That is more reason why I should tutor others. I have a deeper understanding why students struggle...

...attention, not so much lecture. I've been working in education for nearly 10 years, as a tutor, classroom teacher (I am certified in Math 7-12 in Connecticut), and developer of teaching materials. My most recent gigs have been hourly / independent contractor / free-lance, which I haven't put on my resume. I've been tutoring, mostly...

...in economics, with a minor in physics. During my short time so far, I've been involved in organizations such the SC escape room club, where we build escape rooms, and even tried to start a clothing brand with some friends. I am most passionate about math and science courses when it comes to teaching, and...

...Aircraft Maintenance Technology. After moving to Florida, I went back to school and graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor of Science in English Education 6-12. After graduating, I continued working for the United States Department of Agriculture, clearing international passengers. I have always believed that education is a key to success and if...

...by a passion for empowering others to embrace learning. I have over two years of tutoring experience, and my tutoring spans up to high school and college-level math, statistics, and programming. I have worked both one-on-one and in groups settings. Currently, I tutor college-level Math and Statistics at my University and serve as a teaching...

...I'm a published researcher and I currently work as an engineer for a biomedical company in Louisville, CO. I spent my summers at Purdue teaching middle and high school students math and science to prepare them for a career in STEM. As a student myself during the pandemic, I'd love to help your scholar bridge...