Award-Winning HSPT Tutors serving Washington Park, IL

...homeschool co-op for the past 11 years. Both of my children have learning challenges, so I have had to be constantly creative in how I teach them. If one approach doesn't work, I look for something new and try again. Seeing that "ah-ha" on any student's face when they finally understand a topic is such...

...comprehension is language comprehension. At the end of the day, students should grow from learning and actually discover the joy of learning. I am a graduate of Fontbonne University with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology. My M.Ed. is from National-Louis University, specializing in Curriculum & Instruction. I have presented at National Council...

...practical purpose in mind. As a theatre director and scholar, I am also happy to assist with script analysis, monologue and audition prep, or just polishing your next oral presentation. I am happy to help tackle issues with general skills improvement or assist with specific projects and assignments at any stage of production. I will...

...to students that may need some extra motivation and patience. While I able to tutor students in math through Algebra 1, high school entrance exam test preparation, SAT prep, reading, and college essay writing, I most enjoy tutoring mathematics and assisting with college essay writing. I was fortunate enough to have a few incredible math...

...them; every learner is different! I challenge my students to look at their work critically in order to forge strong habits and to develop confidence and autonomy. My goal is to empower each student to take an active role in their education and to provide them with the support to fulfill their potential.

...levels ranging from 7th grade through College. Most of my experience is as a college lecturer in Trigonometry, Calculus, and Contemporary Math. I am proficient in all other areas as well. I greatly enjoy working with students of algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus to gain a thorough understanding and develop problem solving skills.

...similar activities that get the students up and moving. Appealing to all types of learners in a classroom is important so that each student can be reached. In order for students to be more excited and interested in math, active engagement is the key. I have recently had the pleasure of attending professional development in CRISS,...

...order to demonstrate other approaches, and to show that the skills they're developing are applicable outside the assignment. In teaching poetry at the university level I've often reached beyond my knowledge of literature to my interests in movies, music, photography, theater, and nature to bolster lessons on poetic craft and interpretation. I've found that this...

...or business. Together we will work to help you address speaking with any size group, as well as improving interpersonal communications using tips and tools and carefully designed approaches, to meet your expectations. You will find stress reduced, comfort with your speaking tasks and satisfaction in your performance. Your learning will be tailored to meet...

...those exams. Four years of high school knowledge seems like an overwhelming amount to tackle. But unlike exams you may have taken in the past, the tests don't want memorization of times and places but the use of evidence to answer questions and draw conclusions. The math is around 55% algebra so that might need...

...Science, and Secondary Education or Educational Studies. Even though I am a freshman, I am taking many upper level classes and love exploring my passion for history. In high school, I was both a tutor for kids at my local middle school as well as a private tutor and tutored in subject from Physics, AB Calculus,...

...writing and reading comprehension tutor, a tutor for learning German as a second language, and a tutor for the GRE. I served as an AP European History reader (grader) for 4 years. I have also lived in Germany for 4 years and enjoy travel more than anything. I enjoy one-on-one tutoring and making a difference...

...student go from "This is too hard" to "This isn't so bad!" I am a chemistry and math nerd who has also taken a few engineering classes. I have a B.S. in chemistry with a minor in mathematics and an M.S. in chemistry, both from Baylor University. I also taught chemistry for five years at...

...1 on 1 connections that tutoring provides. If you want to improve your SAT score, strengthen your writing, deepen your reading comprehension, or learn about film, let's work together! To learn more about my background, visit my website at http://williamgkohler.com/about/ Education: Master's in mass media, Bachelor's in film, and Bachelor's in linguistics. Subjects: I tutor ACT/SAT/PSAT...

...to also understand that it is an exercise in reasoning. I want them to come to know that math can, in fact, be fun. As a reading tutor, I want to share practices and tips that enabled me to be successful and to instill a lifelong love of reading in my students. I received a...

Mathematics is the language of the universe...And it is beautiful!

...break outside, I considered that I might want to return one day as a teacher. So, I stored that thought in the recesses of my mind for a while. I entered college thinking I'd be a doctor; after a few semesters of biology and chemistry classes, I changed tack to pursue a career in counseling....

...thing, but learning is another. My focus is on the student's learning. * Degree in math and masters in business from the University of Chicago. * In addition to a full-time job in computers, I taught adult evening classes at Lindenwood in math, computer science and statistics in the 1980's and 90's. * Perfect score...

...these qualities to every class I teach. As a teacher for almost 13 years, I also believe it is important to adapt and change what you teach based off of your student's strengths and learning styles. Making each teaching experience unique to the person you are teaching will help to make the material more relatable.

Yaseen is currently a third-year law student at Washington University School of Law. He scored in the 99th percentile on the LSAT and he has substantial experience teaching test preparation. Yaseen works closely with his students to develop personalized and effective study plans. He graduated from Grinnell College and Bronx Science.