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

...started working with an after-school program in late 2012. I tutored K-8 in various subjects. I then moved on to tutor adults, and I currently tutor freshman and sophomores in the Chicago Public High School setting. I believe education is vital to advance in life and I want to make it fun for whoever I...

...experience tutoring and mentoring children, teenagers, and young adults, including those with developmental and/or learning disabilities. These experiences have taught me to approach every new student as a unique individual with her or her own slew of strengths, limitations, and learning styles. I make sure to tailor my tutoring approach accordingly, as I continue to...

...I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year. To have a struggling reader all of a sudden love reading and attack hard words never before tried is the best feeling in the world. I believe education should be fun, loving, inviting, challenging, and organized.... Every kid deserves a fun, loving, patient, and supportive tutor or teacher. That's what I strive to be.

...Louis University, an elementary certificate from Northeastern Illinois University, and an ESL endorsement certificate from the University of Illinois. I have classroom and tutoring experience working with children ages 5-12, and I love teaching everything from beginning sounds to algebra to how to write an amazing personal narrative. My belief as an educator is to...

...knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject, I thrive on leading students to moments of clarity and a sense of accomplishment....

...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...

...college and excelled in math and the sciences, ultimately being published nationally in the subject of neurosurgery. Part way through college, I decided to focus more of my energy on the social sciences which I have done ever since. When I was not attending school, I have worked as a Social Worker with vulnerable populations...

...one year of experience tutoring computer science remotely, I am excited to help students excel in physics, computer science, and math. My goal is to make challenging concepts accessible and engaging, tailoring my approach to suit each student's unique learning style. Whether you're struggling with complex algorithms, physics principles, or math problems, I am here...

...the key to teaching people. Also, figuring out what style works best for the individual. I believe anyone can learn anything as long as they are motivated. I love tutoring because there is so much joy I get when I know I have helped a student succeed. Also, love when their face lightens up once...

...and have seen what intense pressure to succeed does to young minds. Given my life experiences, I told myself that if I ever were to tutor, I would do so to assure students that everything would be okay and to work with them in a reduced-stress environment. My top three goals are to give students...

Hiya! I'm Dan, a second year student in college, going for a degree in Computer Information Science. I love photography and biking. Coding too - maybe a little too much :P

...am currently in my second year of a Clinical Psychology Doctoral program (PsyD), and I have a passion for tutoring! I am very passionate about Psychology, Biology, and the Life Sciences. I enjoy tutoring test prep, college level Biology and Physics, Graduate level Biology, and high school level Biology, Physics, Life Sciences, Psychology, Science, and...

...a student receives when they finally understand a concept that has alluded them is powerful enough to positively impact them in all arenas of their life, not just in school. Confidence in your own ability is a powerful thing! I am excited to be part of the Varsity Tutors program and to continue teaching and...

...academic goals after tutoring students in my mother's fifth grade classroom. This experience has also led me to tutor high school and college students. Therefore, I enjoy tutoring students of all ages and abilities. In my opinion, problem solving is a learned skill that is widely applicable in many areas of life. My tutoring philosophy...

I strive to engage students through effective communication, hands-on lessons, and a strategic method of breaking down problems into their most simple form.

...is a process. Learning should include examples of how you apply learning to life. I have taught all grade levels and most subjects. I find students learn best when motivated by meaning and applicability. I believe in active learning. When teaching, my philosophy is to embed thinking skills and common sense modeling, to teach students...

...environment, it's harder than ever to fully grasp course material I'm here to fill in these gaps and ensure students don't miss out on critical foundations or future opportunities. I have teaching experience from tutoring while in high school and working as an Outdoor Educator a few years ago, but I believe that what really allows...

I am currently pursuing my Doctor of Pharmacy degree at UIC. I pursued my undergraduate degree at University of Florida where I received my bachelor's in Psychology on the Pre-Pharmacy track. While attending the University of Florida, I tutored Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. I look forward to work with any of you!

I have taught math at 8 different colleges. I have taught every course in a math major as well as lower level courses such as pre-algebra. I have written math textbooks for junior high and high school. I have also taught math at a boarding school for high school students with ADD.

...am a first-year at the University of Chicago studying for a biology and political science double major. I have a passion for learning and working to help students achieve their goals. I believe education and knowledge to be paramount for one's success in life. Only through a supportive and focused tutoring environment can this be...