Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Lake Station, IN

...my experience working in New York City public schools, K-12, as a Curriculum/Professional Development consultant with Ventures Education Systems Corporation (VESC). As a consultant for this national school reform and professional development organization, I designed and delivered workshops in balanced literarcy, test preparation and critical thinking. I evaluated curriculum for elementary/middle school language arts and...

...student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am pursuing a double degree with a B.A. in Germanic Studies and a B.S. in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering. I am enrolled in German and Computer Science classes and continue to work on my skills in both areas. My interests include going...

...creating a safe environment in which my students could explore their deepest thoughts, sharing what was appropriate with their peers. My students are motivated and engaged with their studies; together we form a circle of learning in which all are expert critical thinkers. My task, as I see it, is to facilitate, encourage, and stay...

...for help with learning Math, and I always enjoyed helping them. Calculus is one of my favorites in particular, because I enjoy seeing my students realize that, while it is kind of intimidating at first, Calculus is just as easy as the math that came before it. I also enjoy helping students learn to get...

...equal education and being an equal teacher entitles us to accept our own biases. In order to become positive people, as well as effective teachers and students, we must work together to obtain a better understanding of our world through effective education. It takes education and applicable knowledge to become a better person. I am...

...of bright and talented students over the years, ranging from fifth grade to university level. I especially enjoy helping students with test prep and am qualified to teach all sections of the SAT and GRE, including math. I would also love to tutor in history, literature, and writing. Currently, I am earning my PhD in...

...analytical writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the opportunity to have an impact on students' lives from an early age.... Every student is different. Their attention is different, their enthusiasms are different, and their learning is different. I try to understand each...

...to ensure the student's academic and personal needs are met. To learn more about this process and to build upon the assistance I can offer students, I will be a Master of Social Work (A.M.) candidate at The University of Chicago, starting in September 2014. When I am not with a student or prepping for...

...and writing as well as teachers in computer literacy and professional skills. After my service, I received an M.Mus. in Music Composition from Houghton College, where I tutored undergraduates in music theory and volunteered at a local high school where I tutored and mentored at-risk teens. I'm currently working on a B.S. in Computer Science...

...department at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. I tutor all sections of the ACT, high school Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, English/Reading, Literature, essay/college application editing, and middle school/elementary school tutoring. I enjoy working with students of all ages ranging from early elementary school to seniors in high school. In my free time I...

...and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning, and will hinder their progress, so I make it a point to provide discussion-based instruction, where the student has an active role in his/her own learning. I have an eclectic taste in music, enjoy reading and swimming, and will never say no to a friendly...

...BA in English and a MA in the Humanities. My specialties are tutoring in test prep, writing, and reading. I am more than happy to spend time on my students outside of our organized sessions to ensure everyone meets their goals. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Looking forward...

...in their ability to solve forthcoming academic challenges. I absolutely love helping students grasp writing mechanics. Being a confident writer can definitely help with one's confidence in their public speaking skills. In my spare time I enjoy playing basketball, learning about user experience and design, exploring the donut shop scene, and watching the latest TV...

...you the most. My mom was an English teacher and librarian, so I've got a great eye for editing grammar. I'm also a creative artist, so I can also help you with essays and research papers. I have been a public speaking coach for years, so I'm also a great resource if you've got a...

...I also genuinely enjoy algebra and statistics and am quite the grammarian. From preschool to college, I actually loved going to school every day and learning, and I hope to bring that love to others, also! I spent the fall of 2014 in Montpellier, France, and there I worked on mastering the French language. When...

...I'm confident I can provide the extra focused support your child needs. I am able to tutor K-6 of any age in writing, reading, math, test prep, study skills, or organizational skills. Outside of academia one of my absolute favorite things to do is read. I love all kinds of book ranging from mysteries to...

...countless hours that I have invested in studying languages- predominantly Mandarin Chinese, but also German and Spanish. The process of successful language acquisition is something that is never far from my mind as I continue to hone my own language skills and plan lessons to best facilitate my students' continued success. While reading, writing, and...

...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 trying to explain subjects in a new way that makes them interesting for my students. I do my best to make learning as fun and...

...love working with students one-on-one and I love the process of getting to know a student's individual learning style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to know my students in order to understand their goals, strengths,...

...at Columbia College Chicago to pursue studies in Acoustics. At Northern, I tutored various subjects for two years and grew to love the act of teaching and sharing knowledge. I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the essential skills towards navigating today's world. I...