Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Hyde Park, IL

...the International Baccalaureate Diploma program in 2009. In 2013, I graduated from Barnard College with a degree in Political Science and Human Rights Studies. During college, I worked for the Junior Statesmen Summer School at Stanford University, where I helped students studying government, debate, international relations, and other topics. As a tutor, I believe there...

...of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. As a Senior Library Technician at Miami University, I worked closely with students, helping them fine-tune their research methods and to navigate complex computer programs. I enjoy breaking down daunting tasks and intimidating concepts to simpler steps, and discussing the underlying logic of this problem-solving process. In this manner, I work...

...such as brainstorming, web diagraming, thesis writing, outline organization, show don't tell, supporting details, seamless transitions, sourcing and citing and genuinely, conversationally piecing all the points together for an interesting, compelling and enjoyable experience for the reader . I offer many styles of writing such as expository, persuasive, technical, analysis, research, comparative, creative, essay, thesis...

...tests. I am especially passionate about teaching students optimal test-taking strategies for conquering standardized tests and honing their critical thinking skills. I believe that education is not only necessary for being successful academically and professionally, but also capable of enriching one’s life experiences. In my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar, skateboarding, and reading.

...to assist others along the way. One of my favorite parts of my writing sequence that I completed last year was the opportunity to cultivate and grow the ideas of my fellow classmates. I love assisting others in the development of their own work which, naturally, lead me to tutoring writing and English.

...It has become very clear to me that the state of education and academic success requires as many voices and approaches that we can muster in our work towards student success in education and in life. I have taught at the elementary level in all subject areas and Special Education from grades K-12. I was...

...5 out 16 being able to recognize the Alphabet and count beyond 10. The year ended with all but 1 reading at a second grade level and adding and subtracting double digits. 5 students ended the year reading at a 3rd grade level. I also taught in a Montessori school in inner-city Kansas City working...

...from there, together. I know the study skills that tend to work best, but I always tailor them to the individual. Also, whenever possible I give students opportunities to apply their skills to what is most interesting to them and help them search for new things to learn. I want students to actually enjoy reading...

...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 Pharmacology, which is...

...students during the summer and the holidays. By doing this, I received a passion for teaching. Currently, I am receiving my BA in Secondary Education for Teaching of History. Through this, I aim to give students as many learning opportunities and experiences as possible in order to help them engage in their studies.

I am an encouraging, compassionate and enthusiastic teacher. I have been teaching for 20 years and have a masters degree. I became a teacher because I want to make a difference in the world. My favorite subjects are math and reading.

...- MA in Teaching - BA in English - BA in Anthropology - Minor in Spanish (semester at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador) - Professional Educator's License for Middle Grades Literacy - National Merit Scholar - Rochelle Lee Teaching Awardee - 4 years of experience teaching middle school English classes After receiving my MA...

...a TESOL certification recognized by the American Council on Education. In the classroom, I have helped students earn their English proficiency certifications while also strengthening their cross-cultural communication skills through cultural awareness and understanding. Building on both research and professional experience, I find it deeply rewarding to support students in reaching their academic goals. I...

...popular film, television, and literature from the 1980s to the present, and traces the contemporary slacker's origins to 19th century literature and literary figures (such as Herman Melville's "Bartleby" and Oscar Wilde). While I was at USC I taught "Writing and Critical Reasoning," an introductory college composition course, for their Writing Program for seven and...

...perspective on a topic. My teaching method is very student specific. I talk to the student and figure out what learning style they work best with and I go from there. My goal is to help the student to reach their goal. I love working with kids; in my free time I babysit my two...

...grammar. I love writing and my dissertation was on the everyday life consequences of policing in the lives of Black women in Central City, New Orleans. I have a dog, named Foxy Brown, whom I love dearly. I am also a caretaker. I look forward to working with you all.

...and history. Because I also value moral knowledge, I firmly believe that the good example of a high quality tutor has the potential make a world of a difference in a person's life. I was lucky enough to have my parents as my tutors throughout my childhood and I hope to provide the same services...

With 2 decades of work in education via nonprofits and charter schools, Chicago native Terrence Robinson is committed to equipping students far and wide with the tools to succeed in education and empowering them to better students.

...studying, I enjoy traveling, playing tennis and dancing! I have had many years of tutoring students of all ages. In high school, I spent 3 years tutoring high school students in math, reading and science after school and during lunch periods. In college, I was part of a fraternity in which I got the opportunity...

...Schools. I have a boundless curiosity and excitement about learning, and am very passionate about being able to share that excitement with my students. There's little that brings me as much joy as helping a student get to that "Eureka!" moment! When not teaching I enjoying reading, playing boardgames, and the occasional nature hike.