Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in Hoffman Estates, IL

Hello, My name is Vanessa Desimone and I am extremely passionate about helping others. My previous work experience includes: ABA therapy, tutoring grades K-college, teaching overseas, and teaching preschoolers. In addition, I am American Sign Language interpreting certificate. With hard work, determination, and guidance I believe I can help you overcome current academic obstacles.

...I've found that the most satisfying moments have come when I am able to share my expertise with someone else. Similarly, I very much enjoyed the four semesters in the graduate school when I was a teaching assistant. It gave me the opportunity to work with students and help them develop an understanding for the...

I am committed to tutoring my students and will learn each and every student's way of learning to help them succeed.

...the classroom setting for 6.5 years and online for 4 years. I have taught both mathematics and English as a Second Language. In mathematics, I am passionate about helping students learn how various math concepts are connected. I give the students time to process their thoughts so that they can figure out the answers. I...

Hello, My name is Mary Mickelson and I'm currently a math teacher in Aurora, IL. I'm certified to teach math to grades 6-12 and have experience with a little bit of everything from 7th graders to AP Computer Science. I've also been an ACT and SAT test prep tutor for more than 5 years.

My background is in International Business and Finance. Professionally I have spent time in the Corporate Banking, Non Profit, and Fundraising industries. I tutor in English, All Business classes, and any class that requires writing assignments. I also have helped students apply for internships and work on resumes. I have a passion to work with...

...philosophy. I have a DUEL from University of Paris X/Nanterre. I later moved to New York City and Chicago where I obtained a Bachelors in jazz Performance/Upright bass. I also graduated from DePaul University with a Masters in Education and from Vandercook College of Music with a Masters in Music Education. I have taught music...

...and English Literature. I have taught all levels of French at the middle and high school levels, including AP French Language and Culture. Additionally, I have taught Reading Support classes for 9th and 10th grade and 9th grade English. As a French teacher, I stress communication as the main goal of language-learning. I believe it...

...is to struggle through material-- I hate memorizing things, I found reading textbooks tedious, and I lost interest in things I didn't understand. So, in order to be a successful student and future physician, I developed some great learning tactics that I want to pass on to you! The Game Plan: Since every student is...

Physics major graduate and rugby team captain looking to work with students to help them learn and grow as people. Each student is different and I strive to help everyone achieve their highest potential.

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.

...in subjects including biology, chemistry, psychology, physics, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. Tutoring is a job that I enjoy because I am a firm advocate of education. When I was growing up, my parents instilled in me the value of knowledge. They often said to me, "Knowledge is something that no one can ever take away...

...at Washington University in St. Louis, a top 20 university, where I'm continuing to build on my strong academic foundation. I've worked with students of various ages and learning styles, and I love finding the right approach to help each one gain confidence and achieve their goals. I tutor in math, English, history, SAT prep,...

...experience. As a high schooler, I independently tutored a young girl in both reading and math for several years. Separately, I also tutored two young women for whom English was a second language. In my undergraduate career at UCSD, I was a teaching assistant for an upper division psychology course. As part of my graduate...

...of learning! In my experience as a tutor and educator, I've worked with students of all ages from preschool to adulthood, but have the most experience with children in grades K-8. I've taught all elementary school subjects, and specialize in English, writing, filmmaking, and environmental education. And as an academic manager, I've helped students develop...

...the reaction people make when they finally understand a concept or subject. I believe that everyone learns differently whether it is through lectures, or videos, or even notecards. So there is always an approach to making the material easier to understand. Learning should be fun at the same time. The teachers that stood out to...

...it can be hard. While I specialize in working with middle and high school students, I have worked with students as young as kindergarten and those well into adulthood. For those of you based in the Chicagoland area, I am an experienced Test Prep tutor who has successfully helped several students gain admittance to selective...

...is active rather than passive. When I work with students, their learning styles and needs for engagement are at the forefront. Daily, I educate students who learn differently, and success has come to my students when I scaffold to make the abstract more concrete. I have incorporated tactile boards, sky writing, active movement, as well...

...like talking through a problem and seeing the pride in a student's achievement when they master a new skill. While in high school I was a member of my school's Academic Decathlon team that twice won our division at Nationals, and part of my role on the team was teaching math concepts to help fellow...

...Criminology, Law, and Society. In my undergrad, I founded a registered student organization called Women in Psychology. Within the organization, I ran professional development workshops and it ignited my passion for teaching. I look forward to helping out in many different subjects such as research writing, English, psychology, business related subjects, and more! In my...