Award-Winning GRE Tutors in Oak Park, IL

Nathan...One of the things I find most rewarding is explaining math. My career goal is to become a college professor, teach math, and do research. I am currently a Senior with a math major at Loyola University Chicago and have been accepted to their masters program. I also like playing tennis, whiffle ball, and writing poetry.

...would love to be a teacher later in life, but for now, I want to focus on how far I can go with chemistry. On my free time, I love playing Ultimate Frisbee, running, watching TV, and hanging out with friends. I believe that compatibility is very important between tutor and student, so I definitely hope that I am able to communicate with some students that need help in the maths and sciences!... My teaching philosophy is communication, preparation, and compatibility! I feel like both sides need to prepare for tutoring sessions. There needs to be a strong level of communication between student and tutor, and the teaching methods and learning methods between student and tutor should be synchronized!

...students from a broad range of backgrounds in an even broader range of subject areas. I have worked with students in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading, Writing, and Grammar. I am passionate about helping others to realize their academic potentials, and I believe that my most important responsibility as a tutor is helping my students to develop the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills that will allow them to excel in all...

...able to pinpoint exactly what is keeping him or her from moving on or making a poignant observation in the form of a question. What is so wonderful about those moments is they are when learning is truly happening. The results often come in two types. The first is the "a-HA!" moment that teachers crave; this is when new information fits comfortably among what is already established in our understanding, or what makes two seemingly...

...means that as you expand your Latin vocabulary, your English vocabulary expands as well. This is a two-way street, of course, because many Latin words are similar to common English words. While improved grammar and vocabulary may be very tangible benefits, the most prolific benefit is also the most difficult to quantify: a drastic paradigm shift in critical thinking. There is currently much evidence of the benefits of learning a language at a young age...

...strong test taker, so I always take the time to share valuable tips with my clients. As an instructor I am very patient and I have often been complimented on my ability to break down material and explain it in a way that is easily understood. I see it as important that every client feel confident in their capabilities to improve and that we both work together to discover his/ her individual needs in order...

...Will not stop until the work has been completed. Talent for quickly mastering technology. Diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels. History of being on time, getting the job done, and producing results far past expectations. Flexible and versatile able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Thrive in deadline-driven environments. Excellent team-building skills. Enjoys working with students of all...

...and I do improv comedy at Second City in my free time! In a previous life, I also received my MA in Sociology at Loyola University Chicago. I'm a big history buff and political junkie so I'm prepared to help out anyone in social science and history topics as well! I have extensive experience tutoring students at Northwestern and through another private tutoring company. If you want someone with experience and a passion for the...

...state test they needed to graduate. At the Noble Academy, I taught AP Biology ninth graders as well as all of our ninth graders with IEPs. Three ninth graders passed the AP Biology exam and the ninth grade grew 2.18 points as a whole on the ACT science section. I therefore am an incredibly flexible teacher, who can adapt lessons to a range of ability levels and content areas, which contributes to the success my...

...your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT and AP testing), academic and creative writing, and general academic assistance for three years. When I am not tutoring, I am doing data science for a start-up, playing basketball, or doing stand-up.