Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Batavia, IL

...major in biology and English, I like to build stories whenever I can. What does a molecule of glucose encounter while going through glycolysis? How does the human body process information from the world around it? This perspective has led not only to success in my own studies, but also to a genuine love of...

...the 99+ percentile. My test scores include a 35 on the ACT (36 in Math and 35 in English, Reading, and Science) and a 800 on SAT Math Level II. I am very experienced and prepared as a tutor. I've worked with students from numerous educational backgrounds and helped them reach their goal scores. I...

...tests: I received the highest score on the A.P English exam, a perfect score on the SAT literature exam, and a perfect score on the logic portion of the LSAT. I traveled in my youth and spent significant time in Mexico, Spain, Japan and Argentina. I like meeting new people and have great respect for...

...minor, with a concentration in Playwriting. While I strive to forge a career as a writer, I am looking, not only to break out of the solitary confines of the process, but to assist others along the way. One of my favorite parts of my writing sequence that I completed last year was the opportunity...

...that provided career mentorship opportunities for 7th graders. There, I tutored my students in Common Core subjects. I understand that middle school students are well on their way to becoming independent adults, and I'm passionate about developing creative strategies to fit that unique period of development. Aside from this, I love writing and editing others'...

...have spent time teaching English as a language assistant in Madrid, Spain, which allowed me to pursue my interests in languages, traveling, and tapas! I have a great deal of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, tutor and teacher. I enjoy tutoring all subjects -I like...

...to the learner at hand. I am always interested in hearing what the learner is thinking because I think a lot can be learned from listening to how an individual is arriving at a given perspective. I taught for several years through an organization called Teach For America, and I later earned my master's in...

...back to key pieces of advice each one of these role models has passed down to me at one time or another. I strive to be just as influential through my various outreach and volunteer activities. I have a simple philosophy as a tutor. It is important to understand the student's strengths and weaknesses. I...

...English, Math, and SAT prep. Though I tutor a range of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students conquer Standardized Tests (specifically the reading and writing sections) and English. I want to help students excel on Standardized Exams so they can pursue their higher education goals. I direct my tutoring towards identifying students' learning...

...a Resident Assistant for the university dorms, educating students on the transition into the college life and the new study skills that that requires. My passion from helping students would have to stem from my own passion of learning. I am well acquainted with tutoring resources as I have always sought out the tutoring programs...

...lives. I believe that a key to a student's success is the belief that they are capable of doing the task set before them. Confidence and self-assuredness are some of the best motivators. Apart from tutoring, I am working to publish both creative and critical work, and I hope to one day become a professor....

...range of subjects, including literature, history, writing, Spanish, and Algebra. I am particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and AP exams, and helping students through the college application process. My hope is that the support I provide to struggling students will empower them to expand their academic curiosity and appreciate learning....

...my MFA from the Iowa Writers' Workshop in poetry and literary translation. My favorite subjects to tutor are college personal statements and creative writing because both require students to reflect on their lives and experiences. I believe in personalized, equitable education, promoting creativity. I often assign readings and curriculum with BIPOC and Queer representation. When...

...school) to help them better conceptualize, draft and complete a wide range of papers, essays and other writing assignments. For the past eight years, I've also worked as a reading skills and comprehension tutor at Glen Flora Elementary in Waukegan, and currently serve as a mentor through a local organization called College Bound Opportunity. Finally,...

...piecing all the points together for an interesting, compelling and enjoyable experience for the reader . I offer many styles of writing such as expository, persuasive, technical, analysis, research, comparative, creative, essay, thesis , and more. I teach from elementary to the graduate school level. For those at the collegiate or graduate level, we may...

...Chinese as it is another native language I speak. From my tutoring experiences and taking classes within the Learning Sciences, I find it important to listen to student needs and interests while maintaining encouragement to challenge themselves in the spirit of learning, and be a source of emotional support in addition to providing knowledge. In...

...believe in themselves. I realized that I wanted to help people understand that even if they struggle at first, they can succeed if they keep confidence in their abilities. I always remain calm if they struggle and i do not give up on them. I never want a kid to feel doubtful in their capabilities....

...from more experienced teachers than myself. WORKS PUBLISHED: Casualties of War is a short story relating the experiences of two young men, who were sent to fight in the Vietnam War. They both returned, but the effects on their lives were tragic. PREFERRED MAGAZINES/BOOKS: The Watchtower and Awake magazines are my most frequently read magazines....

...everything from basic phonics to university-level study skills and speed reading) to ESL instruction (including conversation, business English and TOEFL test preparation classes), and finally to Mandarin tutoring where I have the opportunity to share my written and spoken Mandarin skills as well as the cultural understanding and experience I gained from having lived in...

...tutor math and English up to the high school level, as well as physics mechanics. I was a peer tutor in high school for a variety of subjects, and typically ended up tutoring math for various classes. I love being able to help other students and think creatively about how to break down complex concepts....