Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Barrington, IL

...enjoyed working with the students and seeing them master the material over the course of the semester. Professionally, I have worked both as a programmer and as a marketer. I believe my greatest strengths are in teaching math and helping students prepare for standardized tests, including the GMAT. In my spare time, I enjoy cross...

...I can also help prepare and organize for tests and help with study habits in general. I have been a tutor with "Erie House Neighborhood House" for 5 years where I tutor students from the 6th grade to 12th grade. I have also worked after school, in a CPS school, with students from the 5-8th...

I am currently finishing my M.A. in English at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. I am excited to help you reach your goals-- whether that is preparation for testing, or working towards a better grade in a troubling class. I can't wait to work with you!... Let's get to know each other! What are your goals for tutoring? What are your ambitions? Do you have a certain college in mind? How can I help you make...

...violence. I have also been a tutor for 826CHI, which is a creative writing after-school program for Chicago youths. During high school, I also volunteered for over a year with Roses4Austin, which is an artistic after school program in the Austin neighborhood. Finally, I also enjoy dance and have assistant taught at Transcendance Studios in...

...a path paved with many overcame failures. My goal is to help you help me to be foot stool to overcome the failures. I could be an aid in public speaking, placement test prep, computer/robotic help, digital design, world and U.S. history, and much more. Every core high school and elementary topic can be not...

...in Biology. I volunteer as a substitute teacher as well as work as a teacher aide at times. I believe that education is a means of a better way of living. That is why I believe all children should receive the best education. In my free time I like to read, workout and cook.

...in Sociology graduating with honors from DePaul University and have been accepted into a M.Ed. in Special Education program starting this June. I have years of experience tutoring in all subjects for elementary through middle school age groups. I want to provide your child with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in whatever...

...and racially diverse, and I believe it is my most important placement yet for those reasons. Learning about the different cultures, backgrounds, interests, and needs of my students is allowing me to provide instruction in a more meaningful way. Outside of the classroom, I communicated with the families of my students and provided ways in...

I am a recent College grad with a passion for reading and the production and interrogation of knowledge.

...U of I, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with Highest Distinction in History. After graduation, I joined Teach For America where I worked for 2 years as a High School English Teacher in inner-city St. Louis. I have experience teaching a variety of reading and writing skills, and I specialize in ACT Prep for Reading...

...passions lie in reading and writing, but I love teaching all subjects. I 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,...

...Arts in International Affairs. While living in Washington DC, I tutored elementary school students and helped develop their reading and math skills, as well as their self-confidence. I love tutoring students in English and Math and I reserve a special spot in my heart for History, including preparation for AP tests. My teaching philosophy is...

...have also been a tutor for younger students preparing for university. I have a BA and an MA in English Composition and Literature. I also have a Ph.D. in Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication. Teaching is something I genuinely love to do. While I now have a full-time job outside of education, my passion for...

I am a professional writer and media analyst who excels in finding innovative strategies to enhance learning. I am especially skilled at identifying problem areas in understanding and helping students achieve full comprehension of key material during their sessions.... My teaching philosophy is that anything can be taught to anyone, as long as it is broken down in the right way for that individual student.

I am a historian, currently working on my PhD at Loyola University Chicago. I have over six years experience as a tutor or instructor, and have helped hundreds of students improve their writing and score higher on essays and exams. I am engaging, encouraging, and skilled at individualizing instruction.

...getting my "teaching fix". As a Chicago resident for the last two years, I have enjoyed making friends from all walks of life. What I love about Chicago is that it has the opportunity to surprise me at every turn while still maintaining a real Midwestern charm. Universities Attended: Butler University, Lancaster University (study abroad),...

...in new and meaningful ways. Watching that "aha" moment when a student finally grasps a concept that once seemed out of reach is one of the most fulfilling parts of tutoring for me. My teaching philosophy centers around patience, clarity, and curiosity. I believe that a supportive learning environment and a student-centered approach make all...

...analyzing and evaluating. I integrate a question that is stated in the form of a problem, which triggers students to critically think and construct an answer throughout the lesson. For me, the impact of student learning is essentially how I can continue to motivate students’ high levels of thinking. My reflection rests on my teaching,...

...Francophone Studies (Departmental Honors), minors in Film and Media Studies at Swarthmore College and Environmental Studies at Haverford and Bryn Mawr Colleges, and a concentration in Peace, Justice, and Human Rights, I am presently working toward a Master of Arts in Theater Studies at the Institut d'etudes theatrales of the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris....

I have been a student for the majority of my life and I don't believe I will ever stop learning. I hope I can be a great tutor to someone once in my shoes!