Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Chicago, IL

I'm passionate about sharing knowledge with others and working with students on concrete ways to improve how they study and retain information. My background is in the arts and I am a supporter of theatre, fine arts, and art history. I'd be happy to work with you!

I am a 2nd grade teacher and graduate student at DePaul studying Bicultural Bilingual education. I have experience with teaching, tutoring, nannying, and camp counseling. I am from Arkansas, but I am living in Chicago (Go Hawks!). Math is my favorite (and best) subject. I have also dabbled at voice and piano over the years. I look forward to working with you!... Every student is capable of achieving academically. It's all about meeting them where they...

I believe that an education is the most valuable thing in the entire world. That is why I traveled to a developing country to provide an education for the children here. I believe that everyone has the right and deserves an opportunity to learn, that is why I want to tutor, to help others learn. **at this moment in time, I can only do online tutoring. Thank you for understanding.

...a Certificate in E-Learning and Adult Learning. I am Orton Gillingham trained. For over twenty years, I have served as a K-12 teacher and learning specialist. I'm currently a university instructor. Specialties: e-learning, ESL, ELL, K-12 education, learning and reading disabilities, writing, adult learning, conversational English, study skills, and executive functioning. I offer students of all ages learner-centered experiences with active participant involvement and the support to effectively make use of what is learned. I...

...the year. This is my second year teaching in Chicago Public Schools and one of my favorite parts about teaching is getting to know my students and their interests inside and outside of school. When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy volunteering through Habitat for Humanity, traveling around the world, and enjoying the Chicago life. I look forward to the opportunity to assist your child in anyway that will help them to feel...

...from 3 to 14 years old so I have experience with all different types of interest levels. -I pride myself in thinking outside the box and approaching tutoring subjects from different angles in order to make sure that a student has the best chance of really mastering concepts. I am incredibly upbeat and positive. I excel in organization and finding what works for everyone. I greatly enjoy finding a way to bring education to the...

...student to ensure they are getting as much information as they need. However, I also refrain from expounding on concepts they do understand, so as not to waste their time or bore them. A method I like to use is: "Tell them what I'm going to tell them, Tell them, Then tell them what I told them." This sets the student's expectations and reinforces what they learned. I like to occasionally add some humor. When...

...Masters degree in Global Technology and Development and I would like to help other students by tutoring them. My main areas are Spanish and English, and international-related subjects. I can also help in tutoring students who are writing essays. I am very flexible and I truly want to meet the needs of my students. I have a friendly personality and am good at making students feel comfortable, especially those who are learning languages.

...taking classes at Northeastern Illinois University, I was certified by Literacy Works as an English as a Second Language tutor, and then worked at the Albany Park Community Center tutoring ESL students. There, I worked primarily with native Spanish and Arabic speakers. I have also tutored Spanish privately, and I translate correspondence and documents, mainly from Spanish to English. Although I have thoroughly enjoyed tutoring English 101 and 102 Composition, my favorite subjects to tutor...

...in AZ and SC. What drew me to teach at Varsity Tutors LLCC is its delivering of excellence of online classes, and I have been teaching online for over ten years; I am excited to match expertise with Varsitys mission and goal. I taught for Trident University, Johns Hopkins CTY, Maricopa Community College, I worked for the University of Arizona, Missouri Western University, Columbia University, Barnard College in New York City. I have a very...

Hi! My name is Kalee Alter. I am a Kindergarten Teacher. I went to Bradley University and graduated with a degree in Early Childhood Educator, ESL certificate and Special Education (Ages 0-5) Approval.

...I love being a student and I love working with students too. I have classroom teaching experience as well as one on one tutoring experience with students of a variety of ages and abilities. Subject areas that I am particularly suited to teach include: reading, writing, ACT, PSAT, social sciences, psychology, history, and elementary math. I believe that every student has strengths and can learn how to maximize those strengths and improve on their weaknesses....

My name is Justin Gustafson. I am currently a Special Education Teacher in Racine Wisconsin. I teach at a Math intensive school. Due to the requirements of my job I supplement multiple courses, Pre Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Biology, and English. I have done countless interventions in Math and English. I love building a rapport with students, and enjoy the challenge on solving how that specific student learns.

I am passionate about teaching and learning. It's exciting, challenging and rewarding to actively be a part of processes that foster academic, social, emotional and behavioral growth for children.

...AP Seminar, Spanish, English, and elementary math, reading, and writing. I strive to create a supportive and engaging environment for my students, where they feel comfortable asking questions and taking risks. I know that every student learns differently, and I work hard to tailor my teaching approach to meet their unique needs. Whether I'm helping a struggling student catch up in a particular subject or challenging a high-achieving student to reach even great heights, I'm...

...a part of that journey and helping somebody reach their goals are valuable to me. I graduated Northwestern University with a BA in Biochemistry. My favorite subjects to tutor are Chemistry, Biology, Physics, ACT, SAT, and MCAT. I've tutored elementary through college students for multiple years throughout college and I've enjoyed each of my experiences thoroughly. I really believe in making students understand the concepts and being able to understand why something is the way...

I am a 6th year teacher who is dedicated to helping students be engaged and interested in their learning.

...community, and I would love to teach and support other students in that community. Of course I am also happy to teach anyone else too! I have worked as a tutor with students of all ages from 4 to 40 in a variety of study areas including mathematics (basics, geometry, algebra, calculus), computer science and reading. My approach to tutoring is primarily conversational, meaning I evaluate students' current knowledge and needs by listening to them....

...business owner and public speaker and performer I am able to add "real world" layers to the subjects I tutor in. I spent almost five years as a part owner of an airline, I have worked in human resources, and property management as well. It has become very clear to me that the state of education and academic success requires as many voices and approaches that we can muster in our work towards student success...

...Northern Illinois University with a Bachelors in Music, and although I now sing and play flute around the Chicagoland area, I simply couldn't resist also enrolling at Columbia College Chicago to pursue studies in Acoustics. At Northern, I tutored various subjects for two years and grew to love the act of teaching and sharing knowledge. I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the essential...