Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Skokie, IL

...of helping to shape my students into the best possible versions of themselves, and I am both eager and prepared to take on that vital role as a tutor for your child I graduated from Alverno College in 2012 with a teaching certificate in Cross-Categorical Special Education with a specification in Learning Disabilities. Prior to attending Alverno College I graduated with a Public Relations degree from Marquette University located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have a...

...I always remain calm if they struggle and i do not give up on them. I never want a kid to feel doubtful in their capabilities. My strongest areas of subject is reading, writing, and earth science. I can help in basic math such as addition, subtraction, fractions, division, and multiplication.I can also help with algebra. Because everyone learns differently be it through hands on activities, through audio, or through visual aids, I use all...

...in the Social Sciences). I came to UChicago after six years in education so I could qualify to teach at the tertiary level. I already have a Master's of Education in Secondary History, and confirmed to myself over six years of teaching, tutoring, and mentoring that education is where I belong. It has been quite difficult not having any students the past six months while I have been focusing on my studies, but the path...

...am going to attend Northwestern to study Law. I tutor a variety of subjects, but my favorite area to tutor is writing because it allows me to really get to know my students and see their unique 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...

...and secondary level literary criticism and research, and essay composition. As a native Spanish speaker, I also have extensive knowledge in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish and have seen great results when teaching young and adult learners. My teaching philosophy is to help learners become knowledgeable in various disciplines and I take a multi-disciplinary approach to help long-term memorization of valuable skills. I strive to create engaging learning opportunities for students in language arts while...

I love to share my knowledge of the political process and my love for history and philosophy with others. Language is very important to me and I hate it when words are mispronounced and misspelled. My interests are singing, movies, history and television, as well as politics and current events.... Always make the lesson light, and inject humor when possible.

...Literacy - National Merit Scholar - Rochelle Lee Teaching Awardee - 4 years of experience teaching middle school English classes After receiving my MA in Teaching, I began working as a teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I witnessed how the standard classroom setting did not fully meet many students' needs. I wanted to use my skills to meet the unique needs of individual learners, which led me to back to my first love: tutoring.

...in virtually all aspects of my life- and it is also something that I strive to share with my students. I have a broad range of Academic interests, with Creative Writing and English Literature being subjects which bring me a particular joy. Leaving students with the ability to seek out and understand different perspectives is my goal, and I believe that learning should endow students with lessons that last a lifetime, far beyond the written...

...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 with students to develop strong writing skills, and helping them confidently approach the Verbal and Essay components of the GRE. I also have a pedagogic predilection for GRE vocabulary, playing with mnemonics and even encouraging doodling to remember the tougher words. Beyond my academic and tutoring interests,...

...am an undergraduate student at the University of Chicago, where I study English Language and Literature. I am extremely passionate about literature and the English language, and both of these devices' ability to increase our understanding of others and of ourselves. I'd love to talk with you about these ideas, and to give you individualized attention that will help you in your journey towards reaching a profound and gratifying understanding of English as well!

...teach primarily in the learning style that the student or class is most successful in. For example, if a student or class learns best with visual means I would love to incorporate more of that so they can see the most improvement in their English learning experience! I also believe in the teaching idea that a student's or class's success is my success. I love seeing students succeed and doing my best to facilitate their...

My goal as a tutor is to help give student context for the material they're working on. I believe that if a student understands the importance of a given subject and why they need to learn it, then learning will feel more relevant and students will become more engaged. Most importantly though, I never want my students to be afraid to ask questions!

...in math and biology, and I have taught trumpet players to play, march, or play in mariachis for years. All of these experiences have taught me how to support many different types of personalities and learning styles. I want to get to know my students, create a safe space for them to ask questions, and find out which ways they learn best. I find creative solutions, examples, and metaphors for topics, because the same explanation...

...countries. After my contract finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them find their unique style. For test prep, I enjoy the English, Reading and Writing portions and try to...

...one of the Claremont Colleges located in east Los Angeles. At Pomona I studied Cognitive Science and Psychology, played varsity basketball, and worked as a Teacher's Assistant in the Linguistics and Cognitive Science department. I've worked for Varsity Tutors since moving back to Seattle last September, and love my job. As a tutor, I specialize in teaching SAT/ACT/GRE/ISEE prep, writing, English, Spanish, math, music, and psychology. If you need help in any of these areas,...

...confusions often lie, and--most importantly--how to best overcome those obstacles to reach the a proper understanding of the material at hand. A little bit more about me! I'm an avid reader of a plethora of genres, and my other hobbies include baking, playing tennis, writing poetry, and watching Star Trek reruns. I'm also involved in various cultural and human rights organizations at college. In any remaining spare time, I can usually be found reading the...

Hello, My name is Vanessa Desimone and I am extremely passionate about helping others. My previous work experience includes: ABA therapy, tutoring grades K-college, teaching overseas, and teaching preschoolers. In addition, I am American Sign Language interpreting certificate. With hard work, determination, and guidance I believe I can help you overcome current academic obstacles.

Loyola University Chicago Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

...and have a middle school endorsement in Social Studies. I love teaching, learning, and helping students do a little bit of both. I am passionate about politics and education. I am a big sports fan. I intensely root for my teams and defend my beloved Bulls. In my spare time, I love to do yoga, read, try new recipes, watch engaging TV shows, spend quality time with my friends and family, and travel the world.

I currently attend the University of Chicago, where I major in Political Science and Biology. When I'm not spending hours reading Nietzsche, I'm doing improv comedy and graphic design. I'm currently pursuing a career in advertising/consulting, and in my spare time I eat mini tacos and watch Louis CK stand-up comedy. ... Teaching is about taking something complex and making it easy to understand. I like to focus a lot on students' questions, as they give...