Award-Winning History Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...spent two incredible years teaching 5th and 6th grade math at Believe Memphis Academy. That experience deepened my love for education and helped me grow as a teacher and mentor. I've always enjoyed math for the way it builds problem-solving skills and confidence, and I love finding ways to make it accessible and engaging for every learner. I'm also passionate about history, law, social studies, politics, geography, and the natural sciences. I believe all of...

...comparative politics (e.g. democracies and elections), conflict and conflict resolution, and geopolitics. Students have given my classes a 95+% satisfaction rate. I hold a PhD and MA in International Relations with a concentration in Comparative Politics from The Fletcher School at Tufts University. I'm also a graduate of the College of William & Mary where I earned my BA in International Relations. Prior to becoming a researcher and teacher, I worked for a peacebuilding organization...

...in cinema studies and business management. I have gone through a number of tutors throughout my educational career thus far, and have learned from the various experiences what types of methods are useful in the job. I have had tutors that taught me to enjoy and succeed in subjects that I never liked, and plan on using similar methods to help other students. I know that traditional educational methods are not the best for everyone,...

...of my work is empowerment and confidence boosting, helping all students realize that they are bright in their own ways. I received my B.A. from Skidmore College, with a double major in Political Science and Spanish, and a double minor in Intergroup Relations and Honors Forum. I have been teaching for over 8 years, and love helping students see themselves as bright, creative, and intelligent individuals that deserve specialized attention. In my free time I...

My main areas of speciality are French and English writing, reading, and grammar. In addition to scoring perfectly on the SAT Writing and Verbal sections, I have completed graduate-level coursework and an honors thesis at Northwestern University. Having lived and worked in Paris, France, I am capable of teaching French comprehension and structure with confidence and a great deal of experience. ... I believe strongly in assessing strengths, and using these areas of strength and confidence...

...deciding what is the best approach for teaching such an abstract subject. As an instructor, I am committed to learning more effective teaching practices to help students understand computer science. I strongly believe every student is truly capable of developing independent critical thinking and problem solving skills necessary for them to succeed in whatever they want to pursue. Having a strong positive belief in a student is the foundation for developing the necessary qualities lifelong.

...the Boston area, where I mainly help with the sciences and math courses they take. I also am a health coach for other Boston College students on campus. Education and personal growth are my two main passions, so as a tutor I aim to have students enjoy and fully understand what they are learning to the point that they could teach it back to me. In addition to school and coaching, I love to stay...

...any challenges that stand in the way of that connection and leading students to their own version of success. I've worked across various sectors and have always maintained a love for one-on-one teaching, especially working with children and teaching languages. My experience includes living, working, and traveling abroad, and I rely on this intercultural perspective when presenting language and social studies lessons. I am particularly adept at grammar, editing, and writing and can help students...

I have been an educator for 8 years now. I love working with young people, because I find that they are always teaching me new things and helping to keep my brain fresh and my heart warm. I look forward to supporting students in getting stronger in reading and writing.

I am a recent graduate of Iowa State University, earning my BA in political science, focusing on voter behavior, with a minor in psychology. I have been studying voter behavior since high school with several years of hands on experience. My favorite subjects are voter behavior, US government, US history and intro level psychology.

...like about tutoring is that you can learn more about how your subject relates to individuals. You can see growth up close, and the success of your students is a wonderful thing. That's why I like tutoring so much. When I'm not tutoring, teaching, or reading (a huge hobby of mine), I try to be outdoors. I love mountains and hiking. Since Illinois lacks mountains, I try to make the most of the hiking. I also...

...of apps and Office, and strengthen understanding of OSes like Windows and Mac OS. As part of tutoring, I believe in sharing tools and resources to better prepare students for success in both the classroom and business world. I try to relate as many classroom topics to real-world situations to better enable students to understand how topics and strategies learned in school translate into professional demands. I look forward to working with you!

Hello! I am a recent college graduate with a passion for teaching students and ensuring that everyone I interact with enters their classroom or test with confidence and knowing that they have an understanding of what they are studying and an ability to achieve greatness!

...and other outside help during my studies, I now want to give back to the community that gave me the skills necessary to receive excellent grades. I enjoy tutoring on various subjects included but not limited to Spanish, ESL and general school subjects. I love being surrounded by students. Now that I am no longer a student, I wish to contribute to the coming generation by passing along some of my skills. I look forward...

In high school and college I've joined clubs that emphasize tutoring and helping kids gain interest in science and math topics, ranging from elementary to high schoolers. It's been an experience I really enjoy and look to continue with going forward.

...while also simultaneously challenging them are key to their success. In order to for a student to demonstrate improvement and growth, I find it is important to build a tutoring session around the students' needs and weaknesses. Given that, I am confident in my ability to provide the proper skill-set for my students to succeed. In my spare time, I love reading, hot yoga, Bollywood dancing, and spending time with my friends and family.... I would...

I'm Elizabeth, a rising junior at Stanford University. I'm studying the History and Philosophy of Science with minors in Film Studies and Creative Writing. I love to learn and love to teach -- I work with students of all ages across many subjects!

...and the Ultimate Guide to the Math ACT. Outside of tutoring, I am the director of counseling services at an agency that serves the homeless, where I spend most of my time training and teaching staff and clients. I believe service to others is one of the highest callings, and want to pay my success forward. For fun, I like to read, play soccer, chill out with a good movie or Netflix, and spend time...

My teaching philosophy is simple- Connect. Motivate. Educate. I teach English, History, and Creative Writing by connecting with students and fostering their relationship with the material. When trust is established, motivation grows organically. When a student is motivated, genuine learning flourishes.

...for standardized exams, including the AP exams and the ACT. I think every individual learns differently, so my biggest goal is to individualize every session to the best approach for each student. Anyone I tutor, I am fully invested in their progress and growth, so I care that all the material learned really clicks, makes sense, and is applicable. In addition to standardized exams, I also can help with college admissions, including editing essays.