Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Harvey, IL

...people from all backgrounds and experiences. While currently a 5th-grade teacher I have taught grades k-8th and have worked with youth to inspire and engage them in the possibilities that come with advanced education (specifically the legal profession). Please note - I am committed to engaging lessons, and I put all efforts into creating fun,...

...in the areas of middle and high school ELA, history, and science, and I was an elementary literacy specialist two years running for a summer teacher training program at a large elementary school. I have also been a high school principal, and most recently, my full-time job has been to coach high school principals around...

...trait worth honing. I think tutoring's a practice so largely undervalued that some people have difficulty defining what role a tutor's meant to play. They're not a talking calculator or implanted with your specific answer sheet, but rather put their focus towards seeing you progress. If time and energy aren't ingredients given their needed respect,...

...individuals who are part of a larger society. I believe that students must be nurtured and motivated in their quest to find themselves, their individual voice, and their own belief system. It is my responsibility to guide them on their journey in discovering new ideas and concepts. I emphasize that only through asking questions will...

...Research from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have enjoyed teaching at the college level as a TA in many chemistry courses and have privately tutored high school chemistry, algebra, geometry, physics, financial literacy, and test prep (ACT, SAT, SAT Chemistry Subject Test). When I am not conducting research or tutoring, you can find...

...do this, I focus on the students' retention and understanding of the material by presenting it in a variety of formats and by using numerous real world examples. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy baking (the yummiest type of chemistry!), being outdoors, and hanging out with my husband and 11 year old Dachshund.

...preparation for placement tests as well as less formal work to simply gain skills and (hopefully!) imbue a love and respect for the language arts in the process. I have a B.A. in English from U.C. Berkeley, but also have advanced degrees in International Museum Studies and Forced Migration. I am currently pursuing a PhD...

...vital obligation of the scientific and academic community. My interest in teaching and mentoring is rooted in the desire to responsibly inform the public, embolden educational efforts, and communicate and connect with the next generation of academics. In every aspect of my teaching career, whether it has been serving as a T.A. for incoming graduate...

I was introduced to VT by a friend. I love interacting with students and share my knowledge with them, watch them learn subjects and succeed. I enjoy the results that we get out of our shared effort.

...mentor. I have experience tutoring collegiate physics, calculus, and chemistry. I have also taught introductory college chemistry courses (both as a TA and head instructor). I am best suited as a chemistry tutor since I am a chemist by training. However, I also enjoy tutoring physics and math. I try to promote a growth mindset...

...world. I customize study plans with learners and their advocates to utilize existing abilities and add new techniques to reach personal and scholastic goals. I have a BS in Communications and Theater, and an MFA in Creative Writing. I have completed Continuing Education courses at Stanford, Northwestern and DePaul Universities. I'm a professional features writer...

Recent PhD graduate in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University with extensive tutoring and engineering experience

...further my study in engineering. I spent two and a half years there completing my Masters of Science. To pay tuition, I worked as a Teaching Assistant and later a Teaching Associate for the University. Additionally, during High School and college, I spent many summers working as a Sailing Instructor. My last year I was...

...senior in college and I am currently studying biomedical sciences on the pre-dental track. I am great at explaining things to all age groups and would love to help anyone with questions to help them succeed in their careers. I look forward to meeting many new people and helping out as many as I can.

...Studies from the University of Pennsylvania in 2011. I have been tutoring since I was in college where I worked as a peer tutor for students who needed help in Intro to Molecular Biology. Once I graduated, I began tutoring the ACT and SAT. I love helping students prepare for standardized tests! I really enjoy...

...a passion for writing and research. I've also taught as a teaching fellow in the departments of History, Anthropology, and American Indian Studies at UCLA and in English and Social Sciences at SAIC. I believe that with the right tools and encouragement anyone can be successful in the humanities and social sciences.

...spent a semester at UIC as a volunteer tutor in the math center, which uncovered a passion for teaching math. I believe that most people are not as bad at math as they think, and that many people dislike math because of poor instruction they received growing up. I hope to change that. Outside of...

I hold a BA in philosophy, theatre, and history from one of the top schools in the Midwest. Before that I was a national level debater at one of the top best programs in the country. Nowadays I'm a circus performer as well as a teacher/coach all around the city.

...point, I taught high school Latin for two years. I have also tutored college students in writing. I am available to tutor most subjects, though my specialties are foreign language (German, Spanish, and Latin) and test prep. I teach by asking students the right questions so that they learn the method of finding the right...

...some of my academic experience. I have done a little tutoring, but most of my teaching experience is in the university setting as a TA. I'm particularly excited about biology and psychology, where I have the most experience. I also really enjoy reading and writing. Outside of academics I like to do pottery, play basketball,...