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

...what the student currently understands to introduce new topics or skills. From my own experience and grasp of what my instructors are telling me now, I believe that students are extremely diverse learners, and it is up to the tutor to understand which methods will help that learning process. Flexibility, perceptiveness, perseverance, and patience are...

...being able to recognize the Alphabet and count beyond 10. The year ended with all but 1 reading at a second grade level and adding and subtracting double digits. 5 students ended the year reading at a 3rd grade level. I also taught in a Montessori school in inner-city Kansas City working with student 1-6.

...tutor my siblings in math and reading. Outside of academia, I was a counselor at my school's badminton camp and taught drills and games. Having recently taken standardized tests such as the ACT, SAT, PSAT, and AP Tests, I hope to utilize the test taking skills and knowledge I have learned to help others. Lastly,...

...from a very early age. I believe that being an educator involves resilience, determination, and above all, compassion for fellow learners. With enough patience and persistence, I believe in truly transforming the way students view learning. I am on a mission to help learners explore their utmost academic potential, and become the best novices they...

...to love math, I am excited to see students understand the workings of mathematics. Finally, as somebody who has been taking standardized tests since grade school, I enjoy helping others understand the workings of standardized tests and the skills (both academic and personal) needed to succeed at them. My teaching approach emphasizes flexibility and empathy;...

...amount of experience dealing with students. In high school I worked at Kumon where tutored children from grades kindergarten to 12th grade in Mathematics and English. For the past couple years I have been a tutor at ASAP at UIC as a Mathematics and English Tutor for college students. Both of my work experiences have...

...a particular subject matter is to simplify the material as much as needed so that a student will get to the root of their difficulties and work from there to obtain a strong foundation of the subject material. I am not rigid in my approach. If a particular manner of subject presentation is not helping...

...Reading, Dramatic Duet Acting, and Oratorical Declamation (for those of you familiar with those events)! I'm not a total athlete but I love badminton and played on my high school's team for three years, and also play on the club team at UIC. Other random facts about me are that I was in my senior...

...things. I was also mentoring them. I am very passionate about working with kids because they really are the future. I like being able to have an impact on their growth and development. It gives me joy to see a student accomplish something that they thought was impossible. In reality, nothing is impossible, every kid...

...My teaching style is warm, patient, and empowering. I believe that building confidence is just as important as mastering content. I focus on simplifying complex ideas, encouraging questions, and helping students gain both academic success and personal growth. If you're looking for a supportive tutor who understands your unique learning needs and can guide you...

...excited to share my love and passion with my students. I have 10 years of teaching experience with almost all the grade level and for my professional advancement I have completed doctorate in Mathematics Education form Teachers college, NY. One of my unique capabilities is to explain complicated concept in an easily understandable manner. In...

...State majoring in elementary education. Upon receiving my teaching license, I jumped immediately into the classroom. I also obtain my masters in education evaluation. I wanted to further my understanding of assessing and evaluating my students. Each day I get to mold the minds of the younger generation, I couldn't ask for a better career.

...Sciences. I'm passionate about Data Science and the surrounding disciplines. I enjoy working through linear algebra with my students because developing a deep understanding of the basics creates an easier experience for future courses. I believe everyone can benefit from a STEM education. I focus on the foundation of math so that it can be...

I am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago where I earned my Bachelor of Engineering Sciences with a specialization in Computer Engineering, as well as a Biostatistics Minor. My goal is to help students feel confident in their abilities. I hope to impart my passion of math and learning onto you!

...algebra, calculus, and programming. I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and thinking out loud. I particularly enjoy tutoring math and computer science because I find satisfaction in breaking down problems and helping students develop logical, step-by-step approaches. Outside of academics, I enjoy building apps, working out, and...

...that every student learns differently and I value finding ways to ensure every single student gets what they need from me to succeed. I like to make my tutoring lessons fun by using videos, songs, and games to advance learning. I believe students are more likely to succeed if they are enjoying the lessons and...

...vulnerable populations in many different positions. I plan to finish my Ph.D. in the upcoming year, and become a professor; in part because of the passion that I have for learning. I look forward to working with students of all ages, including adult learners and I hope to be able to work with you to...

...to help people help themselves! I believe one of the most crucial foundations for society is education and knowledgeable individuals, so I'm excited to play a role in strengthening our community. Besides tutoring, I spend my free time hiking, knitting, reading, playing tennis, and being engaged with music. I also regularly volunteer with kids through...

...my love for tutoring when I had gotten a job as a babysitter for young kids when I moved back home. I initially majored in Accounting at the University of Missouri but have since then switched programs and am currently an undergraduate student studying Psychology and Computer Science at Northeastern Illinois University!

...and more experience with elementary to beginning high school grades. As a tutor, I like to form a partnership with my tutee. I believe that it is important that we work together to overcome their academic challenges. Additionally, I like to create activities using the kinesthetic learning style because this approach allows for students to...