Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Waukegan, IL

...By gaining more knowledge, we an positively affect our environment and influence the people around us. During a mission trip, I taught second grader classes about the government, politics, commuit, and taxes to name a few. At the Junior Achievement facility, I taught fifth graders about entrepreneurship, workplace readiness, and financial literacy. Additionally, I was...

...core subject is general biology, which can range from molecular biology to genetics to ecology. Related topics I can explain due to my biology background are general, introductory chemistry and physics. I have also researched Joro spiders for population biology, and my current research is focused on immunology and cancer. I have used PCR, southern...

...that the student has learned previously. Students possess the knowledge the obtain the right answer but sometimes have to be guided to it; that's the purpose of education and tutoring. Because education is so monumental in shaping students' futures, it's crucial that they receive the attention necessary to succeed. Because of my love of all...

...at Chicago Writing Center. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology, which puts me in a fantastic position to tutor any and all STEM subjects. I also speak French and would love to help beginner students find their footing with this beautiful language. I love seeing students become more confident learners, and I love watching...

...to China next fall, where I recently spent a semester abroad studying Mandarin intensively. I have a passion for learning languages, and have also studied Spanish and German for several years. In the past I have tutored Chinese students looking to improve their conversational English skills as well as American elementary school students in basic...

...as a teacher's assistant in a kindergarten-level Chinese class where I learned how to engage with students, and continued on to tutor subjects such as English, Math (from addition to college-level statistics), and the SAT. I believe that learning is a great way to improve one's life, both in terms of practical applications and personal...

I enjoy helping people of all ages reach their educational goals. For younger students, I want to encourage curiosity and love of learning. For pre-graduate school test takers, I want to make sure that a four hour test does not get in the way of your dreams. ... Get to know them! I'm a firm believer that people learn better when they can connect with their tutor.

...to know the student and developing a teaching method that works best for that particular student. I graduated UIUC with a BA in Statistics. I completed 2 actuarial exams and worked in the field for 3 years before deciding to pursue a career as an actor. My diverse background allows me to think both critically...

...of the ACT or math can actually be fun. We can learn a lot about ourselves through these experiences. I bring a love of music and sports and travel to the work I do. Honestly, everything we do can be an adventure if we approach it with the right attitude and perspective. I believe with...

...philosophy. I am also a certified secondary English teacher in Florida through the online TeacherReady program. I have 5 years experience teaching ESL, entry exams (including GMAT and ACT), and humanities (history, philosophy, literature, and creative writing) at the high-school and college levels. I am also interested in writing, both academically and creatively, and languages:...

...higher academic institutions in Jordan, Oman, and the United States. Working at higher academic institutions for more than 14 years enhanced my professional skills and reinforced my opinions about diversity and inclusion. I am fortunate to have students from different backgrounds and ethnicities who are a rich source of understanding and appreciating other cultures. I...

...it yields the most excited responses. I am a firm believer in the 'growth mindset,' where a topic deemed difficult is one that will become easy with practice and understanding. For me, the sentence "I don't understand this," is incomplete without a "yet." Overall, I am passionate about helping students achieve the understanding and grades...

...an experience are helpful in three main areas: (1) I am a native of Puerto Rico, which means my first language is Spanish. Thus, I can help you understand Spanish grammar and improve your conversational skills. (2) I studied Biology, more specifically Immunology, over a period of approximately 10 years. Thus, I can help you...

...on creating teaching materials for Russian language, Russian History and culture, survival skills, and religion; so these too have become some of my absolute favorite subjects to teach! I think that education is extremely important for the opportunities it allows, using it as a tool to give back to the world, and learning to understand...

...am currently a 6th grade Learning and Behavior Specialist at a Chicago Public School. I've previously taught in preschool, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday Math, Go Math, Connected Math, TouchMath, Envision Math, Lucy Caulkins Writing Program, Wilson Reading Program, Fountas and Pinnell...

...online certification from Harvard on Contract Law. I am most passionate about English Literature, Languages, Legal Studies, and Writing. I fell in love with books when my parents and I moved from our hometown of Rio to the US, and I used literature as a way to help me learn the English language. As an...

...and vocabulary sections. Also, I taught at the Institute of Reading Development for two summers. This program specializes in advanced reading and writing skills for students. I briefly taught middle school French at a private college prep school for one semester while the teacher was on maternity leave. I often substituted for the high school...

...would love to share my experience with them! I have a great attention to detail, am excellent at time-management, and have a flexible schedule so I am able to meet with students when needed. I have experience tutoring kids as young as 5 as well as high schoolers, and many of the students I have...

...Society of Psychophysiological Research annual meeting in Florence, Italy. Before moving to Chicago I also volunteered on a suicide prevention hotline. Since moving to Chicago I have been working as a guest teacher for charter schools throughout the area. As such, I feel most comfortable working with individuals in grades K-8, though I also have...

...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 questions when they are confused....