Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Gurnee, IL

...theatre. Since graduation and during my time as an undergraduate, I have traveled extensively, tutoring children in underprivileged communities in my local city for a nonprofit Chicago Hopes for Kids program and also privately for students in public schools. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Biological...

...and I am capable of working with students from varied academic backgrounds. My specialties are academic writing and college essay preparation, critical reading skills, study skills and organization, and middle and high school level math. I have also successfully self studied for the LSAT, scoring in the 98th percentile on my first sitting and would...

...some high schools. In addition to academic writing, I am also a published fiction writer. My short stories have appeared in various literary journals. I am currently working on a novel. I have thirteen years of experience teaching in independent schools (Sacred Heart-Griffin High School, Elgin Academy, and the Latin School of Chicago). I have...

...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 country skiing, cooking, trying new restaurants, and finishing...

...Arts in Creative Writing with a minor in Biology. While attending, I spent over a year tutoring students at Columbia's Career Center, and I've recently completed an internship at the Field Museum's Learning Center, where I assisted in the creation of new teaching resources for Chicago Public Schools. I have a boundless curiosity and excitement...

...to get away from the tourist traps. TEACHING EXPERIENCE: For nearly 2-1/2 years, I taught English 1 on 1 to business professionals in Taiwan. The focus was helping them perform their jobs more efficiently in the global economy. I also had a few students whom I helped for study aborad using the IELTS method. As...

...and deep understanding of writing theory and pedagogy. Proven success in involving all types of students in secondary and college classrooms and working tirelessly for student success. Conscientious teaching professional dedicated to educating people in composition, literature, and performance courses. Committed to developing engaging curriculum to meet varied learning needs in diverse communities.

...and passionately believe that each child learns in their own way and that they also need to be challenged. Building relationships with my students creates trust and increases their confidence. Daily laughter is priority! My heart is full when my students reach an academic goal and validates my purpose in my life.

...history, the social sciences, and world religions. I have 4 years of experience working with Second-language English learners. I am truly at my best when I am helping to teach or tutor students, and you will find that my style is energetic and encouraging. Writing is all about making your readers as excited about the...

...Education and I am excited to see where this will take me. After 15 + years, I still get excited when entering the classroom at the beginning of the year. In the last few years, I have become more focused on creating partnerships with outside organizations to provide existential learning opportunities for my students. When...

...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 key that students are able to communicate with native speakers of French. I think many people feel as though their language-learning experiences in high...

...I like to bake, read, watch Netflix, and go hiking (especially with my dog). My specific teaching approach depends on the subject, but I like to really engage my students in that subject. When it comes to languages, that could mean watching or listening to media in that language or finding a fun book to...

I work both professionally and personally to stimulate curiosity and creativity in the hearts and minds of young people who are able to see that spark and run with it.

...be one person or the world - it would mean everything to me. I want the chance to help people, and do something that could make them happy. It is this reason that I decided to study Political Science and Latin America & Latino Studies in the Pre-Law track at the University of Illinois-Chicago. I...

...a lot of teaching experience. I've always loved reading, writing, and languages. Regarding standardized 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,...

...with my students 24/7 and helped them achieve some of their best successes in their academic lives. Prior to my service in the Peace Corps, I attended George Washington University where I received a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs. While living in Washington DC, I tutored elementary school students and helped develop their reading...

...it is adapted 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 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...

...focus on school. During the previous semester, my roommate had introduced me to Varsity Tutors. I was curious but I had to wait until a point in my life where I could handle the commitment. Starting this new year, I will be working in Fermi National Laboratory in a Co-op position and this provides me...

...college application process. Prior to law school, I assisted in the developing of curriculum for a homework help program at a community center in Chicago. I have always been passionate about how to best share and communicate ideas, whether written or spoken. My method for tutoring involves sharing this passion with students to better help...