Award-Winning HSPT Tutors in Richton Park, IL

I am a passionate educator who has worked with students for over 10 years. When I am able to work with a student and see growth not only in what they are capable of, but their own confidence as a learner, I feel like the work I have done means something.

...sounds to algebra to how to write an amazing personal narrative. My belief as an educator is to focus on the individual interests and talents of the students and then tailor the lessons so that they are the most appropriate for the learner. In my free time, I enjoy practicing yoga, exploring new restaurants, and...

...the learning needs of each child for both their school work and individual tutoring to catch up, keep up, and get ahead. I hold a B.A. from DePaul University and M.A. from Northwestern University with an emphasis on social sciences and human development. By drawing on my background in human development, I work to promote...

...gradual release method that I use as a framework for my lessons. This includes modeling, guided practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives me the opportunity to deeply differentiate to my students' specific needs. I have experience teaching students with dyslexia and dysgraphia. As I create lessons, the focal point that drives...

...tutoring and allowed to progress at their own pace. I also taught computer intro courses. I moved to Chicago in 1989. I taught high school algebra, geometry, and algebra 2 until I retired in 2016. I also tutored students who were prepping for the high stakes standardized tests they take as juniors. I taught after...

...Assistant in the Linguistics and Cognitive Science department. I've worked for Varsity Tutors since moving back to Seattle last September, and love my job. As a tutor, I specialize in teaching SAT/ACT/GRE/ISEE prep, writing, English, Spanish, math, music, and psychology. If you need help in any of these areas, I'm your guy!

...studio, town summer camps and as a teacher's assistant at Early Childhood Education Center Preschool. I am qualified for tutoring any age, but my strength is test prep. Being fresh out of high school, I have the accurate knowledge of the current curriculum. Also, having just gone through the college admission process, I am very...

...(all subjects) for three years to master the methodology I gleaned from professors before returning to the classroom. Since teaching is an art, I consider my instructional philosophy to be versatility in motion because learning styles and progress vary accordingly. Indeed, if I hadn't had the passion to empower students to be more than they...

...and levels, helping them succeed in school. After graduating, I spent two years teaching 3rd and 4th grade in Detroit. I absolutely loved working with my students in the classroom! As a teacher, I feel that a strong rapport with a student is essential to quality learning. I believe that a thorough education is a...

...Baxter and The Quaker Oats Co. In addition to further perfecting my French, my business travels gave me a working knowledge of Spanish, Italian and Brazilian Portuguese. Later, I became a partner/portfolio manager in ICAP, covering the Int'l Consumer Staples sector, and retired when our firm was bought out by a large E Coast Insurance...