Kathleen: Skokie tutor

Certified Tutor

I have been passionate about science and especially biology since I was 12 and that led to both a bachelors and Ph.D. It is my favorite subject to tutor because I love sharing understanding and knowledge about the subject and explaining the fascinating way in which biological systems operate. I also tutor in math since math and science are closely linked.

I got my degrees at Occidental College and at the University of Texas at Austin. In college I discovered field biology was for me and I spent time working on a research boat and a year in Costa Rica when I did my graduate degree.

I have worked with students throughout my career. In college I TAed and taught a course on the research boat. In grad school I taught classes and TAed. I also individually mentored some undergrads.

Currently I volunteer half time at a middle school working with students in math and science as a classroom aide. I also developed a peer tutoring program at the school.

I love working with people to help them understand concepts and ideas, especially young people. I believe the most important things in being a successful tutor are formation of a personal relationship, patience, and the ability to adapt to the learner's way and pace of acquiring information.