Award-Winning History Tutors serving River Forest, IL

...at a local high school working with students in an alternative learning program. I work with students at risk of academic failure one-on-one and in small groups to maximize growth in ALL required courses they need to obtain their high school diploma. Prior to working in this position, I have worked with students in elementary...

...transferred to Chicago State University where i changed my major to Business. During this time, I was involved in a car accident which caused my paralysis. I continued my education at Chicago State after my accident and received my Bachelors of Science degree in Business. Acquired skills in English Composition and Communications earning As in...

...everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera singer, I have studied Spanish, Italian, French and German and am accordingly fascinated by the etymology of words in my own cobbled-together language. I also have a special place in my heart for books about turn-of-the-century magicians and anything Viennese.... My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient...

...of my life to tutoring and guiding my younger brothers and sisters. Beyond my family, I've also shared my expertise by tutoring in a variety of subjects including: ACT preparation, calculus, algebra, statistics, real analysis, physics, chess, and economics. In addition to my academic and tutoring endeavors, I'm a passionate chess enthusiast. Chess has been...

...student, I worked on projects related to maternal health in underrepresented populations, and traveled to Ghana to study under doctors of various disciplines. Since graduating, I have worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a chemist and more recently as a specialist in regulatory affairs, while teaching piano at the primer and intermediate levels to students...

...world. That is why I traveled to a developing country to provide an education for the children here. I believe that everyone has the right and deserves an opportunity to learn, that is why I want to tutor, to help others learn. **at this moment in time, I can only do online tutoring. Thank you...

I am a certified teacher and have been teaching all subjects for the past ten years. I specialize in mathematics and social sciences!... I believe that all students can learn! I believe that teachers must create meaningful lessons that excite and engage students.

...linguistic proficiency, so I find fulfillment in advancing comprehension of the English language. Reality is simply complex, so as a part of it we simply need to sometimes convey complex things. It's a skill you can develop for a lifetime and still not perfect, but I'd like to help you along a little if I...

...students between the ages of kindergarten through 5th grade and created engaging games to help them actively learn. At Cornell, I serve as Math TA for Algebra. My main goal in these tutoring sessions is to create a safe learning environment to encourage growth and success. I want every student to feel comfortable enough to ask...

...studies at the University of Chicago, where I received my Master's degree in the History of Philosophy. I've spent several years as a university writing tutor and I love helping students take their papers to the next level! Finally, I have several years of experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in all subjects especially...

I recently graduated from Northwestern University, where I studied Theatre and Pre-Speech Pathology. I work with students on music theory and writing, two subjects which can be daunting but become much simpler when broken down. I want to help you break these subjects down, and even learn to love the process along the way!

...have always been pretty diverse, from both stem to the humanities, and I am comfortable teaching in a variety of different subjects. Tutoring has long been an important part of my life and I take a lot of joy in being able to teach others. I started on a volunteer basis during high school, where...

...history and standardized test-related because I know that school can be rough and sometimes we all need a bit of help. I worked as a math tutor back in high school and I can teach all the way up to Calculus 3. I personally love teaching math as it's my favorite subject in school. Outside...

I'm an actuary born and raised in Illinois. I went to school in Chicago and majored in Applied Mathematics. I have learned the value of learning the lessons of those that have traveled paths before me. I hope to carry their tradition. For fun, I play strategy games and ultimate frisbee.

...helping kids of all ages learn. I took 12 AP classes in high school and have tutored in a number of those subjects including US history, trigonometry, economics, and physics. Teaching is one of my favorite activities, and i hope to be a college professor or high school teacher someday. In tutoring sessions, I don't...

...been tutored various subjects and levels for over four years, but I have the most experience working with students in high school and college mathematics. My favorite thing about tutoring is that no matter how many times I have worked on a certain topic or idea, students will always a new way to approach it.

...be fun, too. Trust me, I received a perfect writing score on the ACT by writing about SpongeBob SquarePants. Back when I was 16, that cemented my legendary status with my friends. Now, my goal is to help my students unearth their knack for all things English and writing so they too can excel and...

To anyone who reads this, I hope that your educational path is as smooth as possible. For most of us it isn't, and if you need someone to walk alongside you, and try to smooth the way, I'm more than happy to be there. So long as you're willing to listen, I'm happy to teach.

...mean everything to me. I want the chance to help people, and do something that could make them happy. It is this reason that I decided to study Political Science and Latin America & Latino Studies in the Pre-Law track at the University of Illinois-Chicago. I have the opportunity to help individuals with their needs...

...a high school newspaper and a peer writing coach, I enjoy tutoring in reading and English; however my passions truly lie in the realm of civics and government (ask me about my current position working in a governor's office!). I love talking through big ideas and unique perspectives. I am a word nerd who loves...