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

...writing for social studies exams, especially AP US History and AP US Government and Politics. I was a very successful AP student, scoring 5 on AP US, AP Gov., AP Art history, and AP World. I boosted my knowledge of many of these subject areas through over 30 hours of history coursework at the college...

...a writing tutor, I have helped students with their writing in nearly ALL disciplines, including science, economics, and the humanities. I also have experience teaching English Language Learning (ELL). I developed an 8-week ELL course in Spanish, as well as assisted in other courses. No matter what stage you're at, I would love to work...

...lived there. While I was there I taught English as a Foreign Language to Peruvians. I've had the opportunity to travel to several Spanish speaking countries including Spain, Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. When I teach or tutor, I always try to meet the student where they are. By that...

Experienced tutor looking forward to working with students of all ages. I believe that there are skills which anyone can learn to improve their score on the ACT or the SAT. I can teach you those skills.

...my college career, specifically to several Spanish speaking countries, the most recent once being Cuba. I not only have mechanical skill with Spanish, I have a profound love for Spanish and Latin American culture. As a result I have an unyielding passion and excitement for the language. In the Fall semester of my senior year,...

...collaboratively, individually, and independently, allows students to learn in ways that best suit them. Delivering course material to students in a variety of ways also allows students to engage in information in ways that stimulate different modes of learning and helps students better understand themselves as learners and critical thinkers. I understand that the challenge...

...life journey, I have experienced all of the frustrations that accompany the pursuit of academic excellence. As a result, patience and understanding is at the foundation of my teaching philosophy. Overall, I seek to help students challenge themselves, become self-motivated and satisfy the thirst for knowledge that lives within all of us! Whenever there is...

...The combination of the two lead me to my field of studyconvergence journalism with an emphasis in humanitarian journalism. I earned my degree from the University of Missouri School of Journalism in 2014. Upon graduating, I've applied my skills to different jobs in varying industries. These roles include reporting, marketing, research, technology and teaching. My...

...from UMSL with a BA in history and a minor in German. I'm strongly interested in most kinds of history and language, and am always ready to help students in subjects from European history to German to going over essays. I believe that language and history are topics that anyone can understand if they are...

...years to create lessons and classroom environments that inspire all students to achieve their goals and believe in the importance of succeeding in education and life. I have a track record of 80% and above of all my students testing proficient in Reading and Math by the end of the year (I also have data...

...comprehension, I can make them clear and fun for you. Every person is different. We're not cookie cutters, so we can't expect everyone to learn the same way. I do my best to find the method that works the best for you. Learning new things is an adventure. Let me be your guide and help...

...a high school English teacher of 4 years dedicated to improving student learning, particularly writing. I have a Master's Degree in English with a concentration in Writing Studies. My work with the Gateway Writing Project has provided me with a plethora of knowledge and resources to do this. Before teaching, I worked as a tutor...

I am a recent MA graduate from Washington University in St. Louis. I'm an effective communicator who thrives in both one-on-one and group settings, and as a teaching assistant, I have consistently been rated above both departmental and college-wide averages in every evaluation metric.

...program for each one. There has always been an excellent rapport between my students and with their parents. We work together for the success of the child. I have also written a book! With others, I have established a not-for-profit organization to help people with mental illness get the treatment they need. We do a lot...

...the classroom, I decided to further my own education. For a time I considered law school, and it was during this time that I studied for and took the LSAT, scoring in the 90th percentile. After this experience, I tutored several teachers who hoped to improve their LSAT scores. Ultimately, I decided that nonprofit work...

...for me to find every individual student's learning habits and specific set of strengths and weaknesses to better mold my lessons and advice. I am a current applicant for the medical school class beginning in the fall of 2015, and I am also a life-long soccer player. After playing in college, I spent the summer...

...provide incoming law students academic support including study skills, time management and basic legal analysis skills. For me, tutoring is about unlocking one's unique path to achieving their academic goals. Both as a tutor and a student, few things are as gratifying as those light-bulb moments when everything comes together and clicks. Whether it is...

...currently employed by Rockwood School district to teach Latin and Language Arts. I have tutored students in Latin off and on since 2006, my early students were referred to me by my college professors and, more recently, I have been meeting with my own students before and after school. As a teacher of a world...

...they feel comfortable enough to make mistakes. I believe that patience and compassion are key in creating an academic environment in which students can excel. Independent thinking is also extremely crucial; it is important to recognize multiple approaches to learning and problem-solving and to be able to think critically and form ones own opinions. I...

...other subjects as well, especially the sciences and language arts. I have experience working with students from elementary through high school, as well as with below-average, typical, and high-achieving students. I love working with students to realize their full potential in subjects that may have previously been considered boring or challenging. In my free time,...