Award-Winning Geometry Tutors serving Elgin, IL

I am a graduate from the University of Washington, holding a BA in mathematics. I have over 1800 hours of experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects, and have improved their grades by an average of 10 percentage points. I look forward to working with you.... There is no one method that works with every student, so adjustments need to be made on a case-by-case basis. There is one thing in common for all success...

I am a graduate of both Northwestern University and the University of Chicago with over four years of experience teaching and tutoring at the high school, undergraduate, and graduate levels.

...share my passion with students. Through working with students, I have learned that reviewing problems step-by-step and understanding the core fundamentals of the problems are some of the most effective ways to be engaged in different content materials. I believe that patience is one of the key features as a tutor in order to encourage...

...school students in advanced Math, chemistry, writing, and helped them prepare for standardized tests for college admittance. I have also tutored adults preparing for academic proficiency tests for their jobs and with GRE prep for those interested in going to graduate school. Additionally I have taught English grammar, reading, and conversational skills to ESL students...

...students. Whether exploring DNA replication or delving into ecology, I aim to make learning captivating and relatable, fostering both knowledge and confidence in my students. Additionally, I'm proficient in tutoring Calculus, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, and English Language, among others. In my tutoring approach, I prioritize patience, adaptability, and practice. Understanding that every student learns differently,...

...success with the math section of the SAT and the Math Level 2 SAT subject test. I have since expanded and now also tutor for Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, and AP Statistics (6th through 12th grade). I am passionate about helping students because I grew up hearing that there were two...

I'm currently a student studying chemistry at Princeton University.

...a graduate student and have been tutoring for over 10 years now. I am passionate about sharing my personal academic journey and the strategies I learned over the years to get straight A's. My interests include Psychology and Philosophy, as these were my undergraduate majors. I am also passionate about Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, and...

...Before attending graduate school I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin. During graduate school I worked as a teaching assistant where I taught undergraduates biology with an emphasis on ecology, genetics and evolution. Although biology was the subject matter of these courses, improving student writing and introducing...

...I specialize in tutoring across the board in Mathematics; elementary math, middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, statistics, and pre-calculus. I want to be a tutor to make a positive impact on the children's education. The next generation needs the proper stimulation in not only what to think, but how to think. The logical foundation...

...should include examples of how you apply learning to life. I have taught all grade levels and most subjects. I find students learn best when motivated by meaning and applicability. I believe in active learning. When teaching, my philosophy is to embed thinking skills and common sense modeling, to teach students how to utilize resources...

...employ, and our ability to understand it helps us find rewarding and profitable careers. Math is universal. I also completed a degree in history and I enjoy getting to explore the past. When I tutor, I like to focus on the "how" and "why" of both math and history, not just the facts, the numbers,...

...ages! :) Math is a bizarre, intricate, and beautiful subject; and I hope that by the end of our sessions, you too can see the joy in mathematics. I'm majoring in Mathematics Education, and plan to teach High School Math when I graduate. Past subjects I've tutored include Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, SAT Math, and...

...I have held numerous positions in education, including tutoring, small-group leadership, classroom teacher, and trainer/supervisor. Most of my work has focused on middle school English, Social Studies, and literacy, but I have tutored in all subjects and all grade levels. The philosopher Plato once said that the purpose of education is to 'turn the soul'...

...biology major on the pre-med track at the University of Chicago. I attended Stuyvesant High School in New York City and am incredibly excited to be a part of Varsity Tutors! As a current student who grew up attending multiple test prep institutions, I've had the privilege of receiving outside help and assistance on my...

I just love helping students gain a fuller understanding of math and become successful in their math classes. I'm a certified math teacher for middle school and high school. I have 16 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I can explain math concepts in various different ways in order to help each unique student succeed.

...finding different ways to explain the same concept. I also feel that teaching a subject is the ultimate test for the teacher, as the student may ask questions from any angle. It is always a challenge to answer the question in a manner that the student understands. I am primarily interested in tutoring the GMAT...

...and tutored at the Athletic Learning Center at the University of Iowa my freshman year. I tutored in science and rhetoric and had a wonderful time in this position. I enjoyed making personal bonds with my students, aiding them in their journey in academics, and getting to know each and every student, seeing them every...

...of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students conquer Standardized Tests (specifically the reading and writing sections) and English. I want to help students excel on Standardized Exams so they can pursue their higher education goals. I direct my tutoring towards identifying students' learning methods and catering to those to establish continued engagement in...

...their grades improve. I tutor in many different subjects such as various levels of math, science, history, English, Test-taking strategies, and writing. I strongly believe that each student has his unique way of learning and it is my responsibility as their tutor to figure it out and prepare my lessons to fit their needs. I...