Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors for Students in Aurora, IL

...science classrooms, and I learned to use the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutoring method with small groups of students. In addition to working with middle and high school students, I regularly tutored fellow undergraduates in Geology, Astronomy, and Oceanography classes. I tutor a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation. I am most passionate...

...practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives me the opportunity to deeply differentiate to my students' specific needs. I have experience teaching students with dyslexia and dysgraphia. As I create lessons, the focal point that drives such planning revolves around the needs of my students. If you are interested in working with...

...love teaching Mathematics and I feel proud to share that most of my students have become Math's wizards even though they didn't like the subject earlier. My teaching pedagogy involves innovative hands-on exercises and discussions designed to foster creativity and rationality among children using real life applications on concepts. I am really excited about teaching.

...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 Depaul University. My background in math, along with my teaching and tutoring experience, will allow me to help my students understand the content of their coursework and develop analytical abilities. I'm...

...a student's growth, not only academically but also mentally is something I find inspiring. Currently, I am completing my bachelors in electrical engineering and finishing my associates in applied sciences for electricians. Throughout my time as a student, I developed an immense love for math. My favorite branch of mathematics is differential equations. Though it...

...and Italian. Since the beginning of my college career, I have tutored junior high students who live within the Boston area, where I mainly help with the sciences and math courses they take. I also am a health coach for other Boston College students on campus. Education and personal growth are my two main passions,...

...really the best! Helped me a lot to my work and gives me a better understanding :)" - Unique "Sahithi is just so very sweet!" - Katie These are reviews from the kids that I've tutored in the past. One child at a time, encouraging me to better myself to better their future.... When you teach the students to love learning and not just to solve the problems on a worksheet, they will love to learn...

...to help give student context for the material they're working on. I believe that if a student understands the importance of a given subject and why they need to learn it, then learning will feel more relevant and students will become more engaged. Most importantly though, I never want my students to be afraid to...

...deductive modes. Some students may organize information by observing facts and then inferring underlying principles (inductive), while others may prefer to learn deductively, i.e., deducing consequences from given principles. The organized information is then processed either actively, through engagement in physical activities, or reflectively, through introspection. Finally, progress toward understanding may occur sequentially, in steps,...

...Northwestern University. I primarily teach chess where I have over four years of experience working with classes of ~20 students, though I'm open to tutoring math and test prep as well. Overall, I believe that it is important to make content easy to understand for each student and thus help them make tangible progress.

...world history and government. Personally, as a professional, I find it very important to involve myself in some of type of leadership or volunteer role in which I serve the community that allows me to grow, enhance my skill set and present myself as a role model to individuals of similar age. I have tacked...

...to connect with students on a fundamental level, helping them grasp complex concepts by relating them to real-life examples. My passion for subjects like math and chemistry drives me to inspire students, ensuring they not only understand the material but also enjoy the learning process. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new scientific topics...

...I am fortunate to have had incredible teachers and advisors who challenged me, encouraged me, and guided me to become the person I am today. These personal experiences have helped me appreciate how great of a privilege it is to be able to teach and significantly influence another individual's life through education. I understand the...

...identify strengths, where they need to improve, and how I can best help them. The goal is to ultimately, allow students to be their own tutor, to gain independence as a learner. You can teach someone to fish and they will be full for life. I worked with students of all ranges, from middle school...

...up hearing that there were two kinds of people: those who were good at math and those who simply weren't built for it. I don't believe this is true. I think everyone can be a "math person" with the right individualized approach, and I thoroughly enjoy the challenges and rewards of helping students become confident...

...that will make me a great tutor, but also this skill and enthusiasm about learning. I understand that sometimes, the way you package and organize information is the most important part of teaching it to someone else, and that understanding someone's method of processing this information is the easiest way to get it to stick....

...centers around creating personalized lessons that cater to individual needs, often integrating innovative tools like AI to enhance the learning experience. I believe that mastering a subject not only benefits the student but also reinforces my own understanding. My goal is to inspire and empower students, helping them recognize their potential in math and science,...

I am a young, vibrant teacher with a strong passion for education. I believe that education is the most powerful tool anyone can have, and I am here to help your student find success and confidence! Motivating and inspiring students is my favorite (and most important) part of my job.

I never could have gotten where I am today without help. Sometimes all you need is a kind push in the right direction! I am currently pursuing my bachelors degree in cybersecurity and my favorite subjects to teach are math and computer science.

...undergraduate, I was a part of the Emory Dream Project, a student-run organization that tutored at a local high school. I helped students with their algebra, trigonometry, and pre-calculus coursework. I particularly love tutoring math and physics because there are many different approaches to solving one problem. If one way does not make sense to...