Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in La Grange, IL

...a graduate of Northwestern University. Having earned my masters degree in Speech, Language, and Learning, I understand how teaching can be modified to meet students' diverse learning profiles. Prior to becoming a speech-language pathologist I was a clinician at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes where I led students through research-based reading and comprehension programs. I primarily tutor...

...students. I enjoy seeing my students improve and achieve new goals as I work with them. Moving away from the swimming environment, I started to tutor students for math and science. I quickly realized that I enjoyed teaching in this environment as well, particularly because I enjoy math and science and their relevance to my...

...coursework better and find their own interests and passion in the work that they are doing. I love tutoring and teaching students because being able to share information and guide others is very exciting and important to me. I am happy to tutor US History, AP Government, Civics, Low level Political Science courses, Applied Statistics,...

...passion fueled by my belief in the transformative power of education. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Nursing which complements my experience tutoring subjects such as pathophysiology, pharmacology, and other foundational science courses. Additionally, I have a strong background in premedical classes such as chemistry, biology and biochemistry. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a...

...of test taking or writing, such as proper use of the process of elimination with multiple choice questions, deep understanding of question syntax, and ways to formulate written answers, essays and papers that emphasize what the student knows and minimizes what the student doesn't know or isn't relevant to the subject at hand. I also...

...grade chemistry at Tilden High School in Chicago and volunteered to serve as a tutor for underprivileged students in Revive’s Homework Help Program. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Economics in May 2013 and am currently a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Mathematics Education (Ma.M.Ed.) program at...

...services. Attention to ALL STUDENTS: Please COMMUNICATE anything that deals with our relationship as tutor-student. Make sure you remain cognizant of your scheduled session(s) and specifically clarify what you want to cover within our sessions. Also COMMUNICATE to me any changes to your scheduled session(s) in ADVANCE. And lastly, please SPECIFY what you want to...

...am also comfortable teaching Algebra and Calculus. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a deep understanding of concepts by starting with the foundational "why" behind each topic. I believe that connecting complex ideas to students' interests enhances their learning experience. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions...

...and Science, cultivated over fifteen years in the field, I've created classrooms that are all about putting students first and celebrating our unique differences. My teaching style is all about fostering a growth mindset, making connections to the real world, and using technology to make learning fun and relevant. I believe in building a classroom...

I have taught English at both high school and college levels. I have taught reading to children ranging between kindergarten and adulthood.

...challenges for two years. I was born and raised in Chicago then moved to the suburbs. I grew up playing hockey and participated in many sports in high school. I enjoy creating art and appreciating the art others create. I believe that whether someone cooks, fixes cars, listens to their friends, hangs out or any...

...studying Accounting and Finance. I have tutored at Kumon Learning Center for two years working with young students. While I am strong in many subjects, I am most confident in Math and English. I hope to help students gain confidence in what they are doing. Outside of school i enjoy playing tennis, the flute, hanging...

...at 10-13 students, so my personal teaching style caters towards meeting a student's individual needs. I have ample experience tutoring and teaching one-on-one between peers and teaching ESL online. I am a recent college graduate, so I remember very well the process of learning new material. My 4 year degree was earned at Grand Valley State...

...I started attending tutoring sessions. It wasn't until I received this direct help that I was able to bring my grade back up and do so well in the class! Seeing how much tutoring helped me made me realize that I want to give back to others the knowledge that helped me get to where...

...for Working in the Schools, a reading-focused non profit in Chicago. I worked with kids K-5, from read-alouds to reading interventions. I also student taught at Ravenswood Elementary, working with a diverse learning population in the 4th grade. I love finding ways how to make learning accessible for everyone by using a variety of methods...

...public school. The best part about teaching is to explore new ideas with young minds. I have been helping kids understand science in an interactive way. While I mostly enjoy helping kids with Chemistry, I also help younger kids with Mathematics. I believe tutoring is always a two way process, wherein the teachers learn from...

Hi, my name is Sydney Turner. I went to the University of Illinois at Chicago for undergrad and got my Bachelors of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science in May 2020.

...I realize that the way a student receives information is just as important as the material itself. No one method works for everyone, and figuring out approaches to critical thinking that best serve the student will provide important skills for long term learning, grit, and perseverance. As a tutor, I hope to start small and...

...logical and rational person, and I believe that is reflected in how I teach my students. I do my best to have students understand concepts rather than just memorizing them, which will help problems become much easier in the long run. I try not to force students into doing something but rather, encourage them. I...

...conducting an experiment on perceptions of sexual misconduct on college campuses. I have a long history of tutoring and mentoring children and teens. As a teen myself, I mentored children on the autistic spectrum. To this day, I still work with special needs children, teens, and young adults. I also have experience mentoring low-income undergrads...