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

...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 from the University of the People, a global online education development initiative. I enjoy tutoring across the spectrum of subjects, though I get most excited about Literature, Writing, and developing an individual's capacity to learn. I...

...workshop facilitator. Ever since graduating Kentucky State University with me degree in Education, I have worked with students to enrich their development. Even after graduation from Second City's conservatory program, and their graduate level training program through the Bob Curry Fellowship that focus has remained the same. To that end I tutor a wide range of subjects that go from social studies, to English, and drama. I doso with a deeply rooted belief that all...

I have been in education for more than twenty years. I continue to enjoy spending time supporting students outside of the school day, increasing their personal success.

...well as other classes, I know how important it is to have self-confidence and perseverance to solve difficult questions independently. I've worked with students in middle school all the way up to college, which includes students age 18 all the way to 70. At the Metro Achievement Center in Chicago, I tutored middle school students for a year and high school students for two years to improve academic performance by setting semester-long and weekly academic...

...helped students with English and Reading comprehension. In addition, I created my own personal tutoring business for students in and around my area. I tutored introductory levels of biology, chemistry, and physics while focusing on Algebra, Geometry, and Pre-Calculus. The combination of my 2 experiences have proven to be a catalyst for my tutoring career. I am most passionate about Math and Science, specifically focusing on Calculus 1 and 2 (AB and BC) as well...

...Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics and Genomics from Northwestern University. Two things I am passionate about are helping others and mentoring/teaching -- tutoring allows me to do both of these simultaneously! I have previously tutored students ages 5 to >22 in a variety of subjects ranging from different math and science classes, test prep (ACT, SAT, MCAT, USMLE Step 1 and 2), and college/grad school application preparation. My teaching philosophy is strongly based...

...College and Case Western Reserve University for students who could work with me and or get support in their academic endeavors with my assistance. I am also a published author of several books that have focused on an historical interdisciplinary examination of environmental health inequalities in the USA and globally. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Environmental Science, Public Health, Mathematics, Engineering and History. In my experience helping...

...years in every field. I also have experience dealing with situations in which students are not quickly or readily grasping concepts, and I have developed the patience to handle these situations. Teaching is just as rewarding for the student as it is for me, because I am thrilled when I see others achieve, and I would love to be part of the process. In addition to high school AP courses and test prep, I have...

...students has become a passion of mine as I get to watch these students not only excel in their academic studies but also learn and grow as human beings. I seek to find constructive learning methods for these students that are intertwined with creative outlets for the student to express themselves and learn about habits of being great leaders. I have also had experience peer tutoring German Language and Music Theory at Northwestern. I specifically...

...high school student in English. In the past, I've also worked at Kumon Math and Reading Learning Center for several years and volunteered at an after-school homework program at a church near my university. Though I enjoy seeing and helping all concepts click in students' minds, my favorite subject to tutor is definitely math. Math was something I was not necessarily good at as a young child, but through endless practice and lessons from the...

I am a graduate of Elmhurst University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. During college, I worked as a math tutor for various ages. I enjoy helping students understand concepts that they may be struggling with. I am kind and patient which allows me modify my teaching methods to better suit the students. Additionally, I am a fluent Spanish speaker and can teach lessons in Spanish if that is preferred by the student!

...a rarity among science and math teachers. Throughout my youth I coached a swim team and have always gained an immense satisfaction from helping others. Tutoring is a win-win situation for both parties. The student becomes fluent and develops interest in a subject they have struggled with in the past and I gain from helping them improve and succeed. I like to make learning fun and strive to make the information relatable to my students....

...AP language and composition the most, and am willing to work with any student working in these subjects! I am a firm believer in education and finding ways that any student can succeed in and out of the classroom. I believe that education is so important for the future and I try to have my students gain the same outlook. While I tutor numerous subjects, I am most passionate about English and Math as they...

...focus on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to tackle challenging concepts. My teaching philosophy centers on connecting real-world applications to mathematical principles, making the subject more relatable and enjoyable. I am passionate about helping students build confidence in their abilities, fostering a growth mindset that encourages persistence and curiosity. In my free time, I enjoy exploring technology trends and playing video games (FPS, strategy, puzzles, MOBA).

...the main subjects up to 8th grade, as well as high school history. I am also bilingual in Arabic and can tutor in the subject for those interested. History has always been my favorite subject, for I'm treated to an engaging story in every class. I believe in a constructivist approach to learning, and will act as a guide for the student to learn, explore and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning,...

Hi! My name is Kenya and I am an electrical engineer. Although, that is my day job, I have a passion for teaching and mentoring the younger generation. It is my goal to help students understand their material inside and outside of the classroom, and aid in any way possible to their growth.

...the range of my academic experience. I have tutored students since my time in high school at Walter Payton College Prep. My first tutoring job came about when my math teacher at the time asked me to work with three students in Trigonometry and Algebra 2. Since that first tutoring experience, I always knew that I wanted to work with students to help them better understand their course material. In college, I worked with many...

...to deal with, and sometimes ask me where, when and how would I ever use this Mathematics, I wish to learn the latest developments in interdisciplinary studies in the fields that I am interested in. In the processes of imparting this knowledge to others, learners will make the connection and see the relevance of Mathematics in their everyday situations. I will feel content or may be satisfied only when I have made fruitful achievements in...

I am a seasoned tutor with over 5+ years of experience working with middle-school, high-school, and undergraduate college students on a multitude of subjects, as well as coaching potential applicants through the college search process.

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!