Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Wood Dale, IL

...I am more than happy to help where needed anywhere from K-12, I am most experienced with test prep tutoring. The SAT and ACT tests can be an extremely stressful event for students, especially first time test-takers, so I do my best to go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for...

I am a multi-level, multi-subject educator offering 8+ years experience in instruction; consistent performance record and excellent reviews; and innovative instructional methods to maximize student understanding and performance across various learning styles, abilities, and interests. It is my pleasure to educate through Varsity Tutors.... My philosophy in education is that all students are smart. It is my job as an educator to meet each student where they are and to guide them in the achievement of...

...to teaching at the University of Nebraska, I worked as a writing tutor at a community college and loved the experience. I mostly worked with non-traditional students ranging in ages 17-70, many of whom use English as a second language. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Writing and...

...learned to adapt my teaching strategies to suit the needs and interests of each student I work with. I believe that for students to be excited about learning, the material has to be important to them. By allowing each student’s interests to guide how they learn the information, I help them to understand and remember...

...from St. Louis University, an elementary certificate from Northeastern Illinois University, and an ESL endorsement certificate from the University of Illinois. I have classroom and tutoring experience working with children ages 5-12, and I love teaching everything from beginning sounds to algebra to how to write an amazing personal narrative. My belief as an educator...

...on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know, rather than what they think someone would like to hear, they often become much more authentic writers. I love to watch football with my roommate and friends (Go Texans!) and have started getting into basketball...

...past three years, I have been working as a classroom Teacher in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms, teaching students with a variety of needs. I can also tutor students through high school and college in History and Spanish as I hold degrees in both subjects from Columbia University. I am highly qualified to tutor...

...the semester. Professionally, I have worked both as a programmer and as a marketer. I believe my greatest strengths are in teaching math and helping students prepare for standardized tests, including the GMAT. In my spare time, I enjoy cross country skiing, cooking, trying new restaurants, and finishing the Song of Ice and Fire series.

...working with students of all ages, but specifically the elementary level. I have been a teacher and am used to working with students at all levels in all subjects. I believe everyone has the ability to learn and love to encourage that learning. I can provide additional strategies to the student to help them be...

...several non-profits dedicated to educational advocacy and academic enrichment. I thus have extensive experience working with middle and high schoolers in a variety of educational environments - including public, charter, and private schools throughout New York City. My individual-driven approach to tutoring has been shaped by working with students with diverse needs and educational backgrounds....

...to me. Each student brings a unique set of resources and ambitions to the table and I embrace the challenge of trying out different approaches and strategies until the student finds out what "clicks." That is the point at which the student has developed a method for taking in, synthesizing and manifesting understanding of virtually...

I am a graduate of Wittenberg University. I would love to help you gain confidence in the areas you are seeking growth. I have traveled and taught students in Mexico and parts of the U.S. I am fluent in Spanish, and have am passionate about languages, cultures, and writing.

...I've taught all elementary school subjects, and specialize in English, writing, filmmaking, and environmental education. And as an academic manager, I've helped students develop effective executive functioning skills. I'm also a professional writer and most recently led the editorial efforts at a global education nonprofit. I received my MFA in writing from the American Film Institute...

...the high school level ten years ago. I also taught British Literature and World Literature in a "No Child Left Behind" evening school program. My tutoring experiences throughout the years have been fun and interesting. In college, I was a part time tutor for our university's tutoring center, tutoring other college students and helping them...

I teach Spanish and ESL at a secondary level, as I am passionate about the second language acquisition. I aim to teach toward each student's individual needs to ensure that they have an engaging and positive experience. ... The best strategy is to get to know a student and their interests, and then base a lesson off of those. For example, if a student loves basketball, I will use a lot examples involving basketball and their...

...of advice each one of these role models has passed down to me at one time or another. I strive to be just as influential through my various outreach and volunteer activities. I have a simple philosophy as a tutor. It is important to understand the student's strengths and weaknesses. I accomplish this by developing...

...a passion-based approach to teaching that adapts to each individual students needs and learning style. I am excited to work with students to strengthen their analytical writing and reading skills, and to give them strategies for studying history and literature. In my free time, I can be found eating good food, watching bad movies, and...

I am a current undergraduate student at Pennsylvania State University. I am Triple majoring in Linguistics, Spanish and World language education with minors in TESOL and Korean. I have...

...Somerville News, the Allston-Brighton TAB and the Dig. I left the East Coast to write and edit news content on a full-time basis for a small newspaper in Oklahoma. The publication was called the Daily Ardmoreite. While working there, I wrote news articles and feature stories. And it was my responsibility to copy-edit articles before...

...realized that I wanted to help people understand that even if they struggle at first, they can succeed if they keep confidence in their abilities. 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...