Award-Winning ISEE Tutors in North Chicago, IL

...of the reasons that I am good at test taking, is my ability to organize information. It's a skill I use both in my academic life, as well as professionally; as a stage manager, it is often my job to take in complicated and conflicting pieces of information (the blocking, a quick change in costumes,...

...and weaknesses in order to adjust and adapt my teaching methods on the fly. I know from personal experience how frustrating it can be to hit roadblocks in one's education due to mismatched teaching/learning styles, so I make it my first priority to make sure my students feel listened to and appreciated yet sufficiently challenged.

...you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular...

...a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special need, I can fulfill it through...

...College Advisory Board which is essentially the student government of the Honors College at UIC. Outside of academics, I am an avid golfer and volleyball player. I played each of the sports for all four years throughout high school, and I also played competitive golf during the summers. While I do not play these sports...

...Furthermore, the need to adjust routes to the summit has taught me flexibility and MacGyvering skills which will help me overcome obstacles I may encounter as a tutor. My experience with failed ascents has taught me that only when I accept the past and what it has taught me, can I focus on my intentions...

...strategies for delivering differentiated instruction that meets the individual needs of my students. A student-centered approach is imperative when working one-on-one with individuals. English, literature, and writing are the three areas that I have the most experience and fun teaching. When I am not in the classroom or tutoring, I am hiking in the bluffs...

...a National Merit Finalist for the PSAT. I am a firm proponent of peer-to-peer learning and the importance of a strong education. I hope not only to assist with your academic needs, but also to inspire critical thinking and challenge you to become a better student! Outside of my career pursuits and tutoring, I enjoy...

...tutor K-12 students as well, and am comfortable working with students of all ages. Most importantly, however, I absolutely love working with students, and have a sincere passion and enthusiasm for teaching. I consider it a challenging calling, but one that has been immensely gratifying, both personally and professionally. I look forward to meeting and...

...read; be outdoors; hike; play with my two dogs, Skippy and Lily, and my cat, Gracie; and watch crime shows and horror movies. My tutoring style is very personalized, and I love finding creative ways to motivate and help my students really understand their work. It is very important to me that I give my...