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

...tutor for a long time at different types of tutoring venues over the years. I have bachelors degrees in chemical engineering and chemistry and a PhD in chemical engineering. I am a life-long learner. For the purposes of tutoring, my main proficiency is in chemistry, physics, math, Spanish, ACT/SAT prep, and some English. I think that tutoring is not about teaching but about learning. The student needs to be gain interest via examples, questions, and...

...graduated, I found that I missed teaching, so I started with Varsity Tutors. I studied physics during my time at the University of Chicago. The curriculum covered many different areas of study within the field of physics, including: Special and General Relativity, Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Classical Mechanics (Hamiltonian and Newtonian), etc. Furthermore, my studies required me to learn advanced mathematics including analysis, linear algebra, topology, and abstract algebra. My passion for physics and...

...engagement as possible and to constantly improve upon the methods of engagement. When learning Chinese, it is critical for the student to bridge the gap between hearing the language in their head and speaking it out loud. Outside of academia, my interests revolve around making all kinds of things: composing music, cooking Chinese dishes, building sculptures, or anything at all! I find it is extremely therapeutic and important to put under-utilized creative energy to use....

I am an experienced tutor in English, composition, reading, and social studies. I am available to tutor levels from elementary through college.

...the feeling of finally understanding something, and I want them to experience that. As a previous piano teacher, I have worked with many students at many different age levels. I am a student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as a Chemical Engineering Major working towards my Bachelors in Science Chemical Engineering. I mostly tutor chemistry and math, as well as some physics. My favorite subject to tutor is chemistry because I love chemistry and...

...May 2014, I graduated with a degree in biochemistry from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln knowing that my next step was to discover what it meant to be a doctor. The more involved that I have become in the medical field, the stronger my desire to be a doctor becomes. As a Nursing Assistant in a Mohs surgery and dermatology practice, I bring patients into a room to gather information to present to the doctor....

...at Chicago with a Bachelor's in Spanish. I have been an adult ESL instructor at a non-profit, tutored my peers in Geometry, mentored Apprentice Opticians to certification, taught music theory and saxophone in a music school. All these experiences taught me learning is a life long journey and every person learns in a slightly different way than the next. Every brain is wired a little differently and that is the exciting part for me to...

...I always attempt to explain difficult concepts in simple language, with real-world examples that my students can relate to. My tutoring sessions start with a discussion of the important terms and concepts, in which the student takes an active part. Subsequently, we will be working through some problems together, as I believe that problem-solving is the best way to learn new material. So be prepared for my hands-on approach! By the way, from my past...

It is my personal goal to instill confidence, encouragement, goal setting, provide support, and push students toward their personal growth for the present and for the future.

...student at Cornell University. I've worked one-on-one with peers and younger students to deeply understand subjects like 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 gaming.

...pharmacist after graduation. I have a few years of experience in teaching ESL, computer literacy skills, and math, among other subjects. Math and Life Sciences are my favorite subjects to learn and teach. Active learning is the best way that I have found to be a great student and tutor. I love being able to make connections between difficult classroom concepts and the real world to make learning fun and apply new strategies to future...

...Business, Indiana University. I studied Information Systems with a major in Business Intelligence and Analytics. I also did a two year fellowship with Teach for India where I got the chance to teach students. I believe that teaching requires a lot of hard work and effort as it is very important for the teacher to look at things from the student's perspective. I absolutely love teaching Mathematics and I feel proud to share that most...

...own pace while building confidence and motivation! I am a mathematics expert for students in grades pre-K through 8th grade. My career includes four years working a tutoring Center Director for students ages 4-15 in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills. For eight years I worked in private homes supporting the learning needs of each child for both their school work and individual tutoring to catch up, keep up, and get ahead. I hold a...

I'm an engineering major who is passionate about teaching and loves to work with kids.... My teaching philosophy is learning by doing. It's important that students practice the skills they learn right away through guided and unguided practice problems. Students should be given the chance to figure out the problem for themselves before help is given.

...minor in Mathematics. I have a track record of excellence in academia overall, and have done well in math courses well beyond calculus. I have tutored mathematics and taught voice lessons on a freelance basis for the past year. I have enjoyed the experience of helping students achieve their goals. Over the summer, I helped an adult student dramatically improve her math skills on very short notice, which allowed her to pass a job-related math...

...in Chicago, the windy city. I have been in education 12 years. I have been married for 10 years, have two children and a fish. My favorite hobbies are cooking, traveling and reading. I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential. My teaching philosophy is preparing the next generation for the future. I think learning should be engaging and fun and enjoy finding new creative ways to teach students. I look forward to...

My professional life has been spent helping young people reach their full potential in the fields of mathematics and physics. I am a full-time high-school teacher with nearly 20 years of experience. With a friendly and patient demeanor, I believe my tutoring will help build confidence and a strong academic foundation in struggling students.... With a growth mindset, there is nothing that a student can't accomplish.... I would get to know the student a little bit,...

...University. I am majoring in Social Policy and minoring in History and African American Studies. I am also in the accelerated masters program in Secondary Education. My plan is to become a history teacher in grades 6-12. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny with younger children ages 10 months-8 years old and everywhere in between! As a nanny I have gathered skills to have fun with children as well as providing them...

...a concentration in environmental and evolutionary biology from Thomas More College, and my MS in biology from Western Kentucky University. While working on my masters degree, I spent 3 semesters teaching undergraduate general biology and zoology labs. While I am interested in tutoring a variety of subjects, science and biology specifically are my real passions. My scientific education has helped me grow immeasurably and I would love to help others have the same experience. I...

...obtain a Master's in Economics. While at Valpo, I graded assignments for about 2-3 years, and officially tutored low-level college mathematics for my last year. During this summer, I plan to tutor for many different companies along with Varsity Tutors. I have been recently studying for the GRE and SOA Exam IFM. Throughout my tutoring career, every session has felt rewarding. It is always nice to hear that a student raised their grade from a...