Award-Winning Geometry Tutors serving Joliet, IL

...have also given me the opportunity to guide, and to work closely with young scholars and learners from a variety of backgrounds. I firmly believe that the importance of education as well as the key to a successful academic career is the ability to learn 'how to learn'. In other words, rather than simply memorizing...

...a logical manner first. With an easy-going style, I strive to make students relaxed and comfortable, allowing them to better concentrate on the task at hand and be more receptive to learning. My excellent communication and social skills are invaluable in tailoring my approach to each individual. I consider myself a life-long learner and enjoy...

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...to teach. My teaching style is highly flexible, depending on whichever way students tend to learn best! I just went through the whole process a few years ago so I understand the difficulties and the overwhelming nature of these standardized tests. I am positive that all students have the potential to rock these subjects and...

...student who grew up attending multiple test prep institutions, I've had the privilege of receiving outside help and assistance on my schoolwork subjects. Now, I'm ready to continue my academic journey by spreading my knowledge to students who are in the same position that I was in just a few years ago.

...tutor. I have been tutoring math and science subjects for the past three and a half years, and I still find that I learn new intricacies of the material in conversations with my clients. I tutor because I am passionate about math and science literacy, fostering interpersonal relationships, and bolstering student independence.

...teacher's assistant to provide more opportunity for one-on-one learning. Even during COVID, I was able to use the BookNook platform to tutor young children remotely, and the lessons I learned from my tutees are as valuable to me as the subjects they mastered. I believe that the relationships between tutors and students are two-way streets,...

...as interactive as possible, using as many non-academic resources as I can in order to help students think of subjects as life skills rather than material they must know for a test. I want students to be motivated to learn for the sake of learning something new, rather than simply to pass a test. When...

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...Medical School. I majored in Chemistry and earned my Bachelors from the College of the Holy Cross while completing the Pre-Med coursework. While I tutored a variety of subjects, the sciences are my favorite! I am a strong advocate of teaching styles and exploring how they change over time for different students. In my free...

...1 year. Thus, I am familiar with the content and expectations of algebra, trigonometry, precalculus, and Calculus 1, 2, and 3. Overall, I have challenged students resulting in a deeper overall understanding of content, an increased understanding of expectations and how to meet them, and increased self-confidence regarding their ability to do mathematics. I am...

...tutoring students ages 8 and up in math and test prep for more than 6 years and also have professional experience teaching computer science to both beginning and advanced students. I have a developed interest in the role of games in the course of education, with both nonprofit experience developing educational games as well as...

...also have experience teaching musical lessons such as jazz bass, piano, and music theory to younger students. Experience in these different teaching environments has helped me cultivate a teaching style that identifies how to teach each individual student based on their learning style and personality. While working with students on topics from math to music...

...Paper Chase", and the memorable performance by John Houseman, as Professor Kingsfield. I always thought that portrayal, in terms of teaching style, was something I admired, and I used that memory as a guide, as I strived to develop my style. However, where he was strict, I am not. I believe in relaxing some restrictions...

...in specific, i play soccer as well, enjoy swimming, and i'm a big "video games" geek; I actually have my own blog :) I believe that over the years I made a strong bond between my students and I, and that is because I taught them something, I taught them to ask why.... I believe that I should encourage students to ask "why" a lot. The reason is that I do believe that if we follow...

...Cornell University. I've worked one-on-one with peers and 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...

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I am currently a student at Occidental College in Los Angeles, where I major in Mathematics. I also play for my school's lacrosse team. My teaching method is very thorough. I work alongside my students every step of the way, helping them fully understand concepts.

...to deal with, and sometimes ask me where, when and how would I ever use this Mathematics, I wish to learn the latest developments in interdisciplinary studies in the fields that I am interested in. In the processes of imparting this knowledge to others, learners will make the connection and see the relevance of Mathematics...

Dr. Floyd is an educator who prioritizes the assessment of learning impacts, providing diverse opportunities to demonstrate understanding, and facilitating discovery -- via personalized, adaptive, and problem based learning -- tracking student achievement and growth regarding standards aligned curriculum as well as integrated STEM learning objectives.