Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Cary, IL

I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.

...the pathway for reading and writing. As a Reading interventionist, I use the following research-based curriculum to help students learn to read. 1. *Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI)* by Fountas and Pinnel - This is a research-based and highly effective curriculum that includes a well-designed balance of phonics, word work, comprehension, fluency, and writing instruction in...

...am the treasurer and a board member for a small non-profit organization. My family and I grow many of our own organic produce in the spring through fall months in raised garden beds we built in our backyard. I love to explore the city for new restaurants and local businesses, so walk and take public...

I'm an actuary born and raised in Illinois. I went to school in Chicago and majored in Applied Mathematics. I have learned the value of learning the lessons of those that have traveled paths before me. I hope to carry their tradition. For fun, I play strategy games and ultimate frisbee.

...important outcome of learning. For this reason, I try not only to present learning as a challenging but fun exercise, but also as an exploration of each student's strengths, interests and capabilities. Apart from my continued fascination with all things 'history', I enjoy reading (especially satire), traveling (especially on trains), and watching (but never performing!)...

...5 to 15, teaching concepts that ranged from simple shape recognition to complex algebra. In addition, I spent a semester volunteering as a virtual English and Phonics tutor for young elementary school kids in Chinatown, Chicago. Along with math and English, I immensely enjoy tutoring other subjects, such as biology, chemistry, and writing. I am...

Hello! I'm Lindsey. I love helping and educating others. I'm very big on using visuals, examples, and activities when tutoring. My background includes English, Acting, Public Speaking, and Leadership training. I have lots of energy and love to use it to help hype up my students. Let's make learning fun!

Hi! I am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago in medicine and business. As a tutor for over 6 years, I have a strong background in English, essay writing, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, and various levels of Math. I believe learning can be fun with a little creativity. I love working with different people and...

...minor in Art History. I love to travel and to learn new things, and I love helping my students learn and understand. I love chess and art and just learning something fun and exciting. Many people have told me that I'm very patient in when explaining something and that I know how to teach really...

I believe education is never ending. Learners will respond best to learning via the modality that suits them the best and in an environment that empowers them to enhance thier own learning about academics and life skills. I will try to accommodate each students learning style and ability so they will achieve greater understanding and...

...ways to help students learn through whole group, small group, and one on one instruction. I am currently teaching reading, writing, math, and social sciences in this classroom. I will be certified to teach K-8 with ESL and Bilingual Chinese endorsement once I graduate. Teaching is my passion and helping kids learn is my lifelong...

...hiking park trails to make sure everyone is safe and accounted for. Regardless of what I'm doing on any given day, one of the key components of my job is the ability to understand, paraphrase, and communicate complicated concepts to the public. Combined with my personal experience in coaching youth volleyball and serving as an...

...have our academic struggles, however, perseverance will lead you into conquering those obstacles. It's important to acknowledge we all have different cognitive levels of comprehension and with a little support from your Varsity Tutors, we both can engage in bidirectional learning where I learn as much as you do. With my special interest in the...

...differences to excel. Even though I excel as an individual, I know most great products are rarely created alone. During my sophomore and junior years I competed in the Skills USA program in Engineering Technology. This helped me learn to work well in a team, which requires: recognizing strengths and weaknesses, communication, and planning. I...

...a National Blue Ribbon School, and I strive to stay up to date on the best educational practices. I got trained by some of the industry's top rated professionals such as Lucy Calkins, Jeff Anderson, and Dr. Nikki Newton. Also, I integrate Dr. Carol Dewek's growth mindset research into my instruction. I hope that we...

I am a college student aspiring to teach high school, and I love spending time with students!

...tutored students from all backgrounds, similar and different to my own. I have taught in both private and public settings, and even taught in different languages. I enjoy teaching and learning with my students because it is very rewarding for both the student and for me. I am most passionate about English (written and spoken),...

...FL at a young age. I attended college for two years before transferring to the University of Michigan- Ann Arbor where I earned my B.S. in Biomolecular Science. I am currently a high school chemistry teacher in the city of Chicago. I love to help others and tutoring is a way to have a small...

I am an educator with 12 years of experience. My objective as an educator is to meet students where they are and work together to make progress and achieve goals.

...and master's degree from Brown University where I studied the history or art and architectural studies and urban education policy respectively. Currently, I am enrolled at Northwestern University working on a master's in counseling psychology. I have worked with children and young adults in many different capacities including teacher, advocate, coach, and therapist. I use...