Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Skokie, IL

...College who has a passion for teaching and working with all types of people. I have a lot of experience tutoring and teaching. I worked in a first grade classroom this semester, worked as a summer school teacher aide for Pre-K, worked as a summer camp counselor for kids, and tutored English to Spanish speakers in Spain. I believe that education is very important, and I like to make lessons engaging and fun.

...I had been especially adept at taking a complex scientific or mathematical concept and breaking it down to the level of comprehension by a lay person or a professional of varying discipline -- a precursor to my present occupation. After transitioning from the industry to education, I was fortunate to discover passion and fulfillment in helping students achieve their personal goals, be it basic education, performance in math and science, standardized testing, high school equivalency...

...also co-taught in social studies and science classrooms. I have a Master's in Education & Curriculum, a Master's in Educational Leadership, and a Master's in Literacy Education. I have worked as an Illinois state-certified high school reading specialist for the past several years. My daily classes involve working with struggling readers as well as preparing students for the reading portion of the PSAT/SAT/ACT tests. I also have extensive experience teaching students how to read text...

...Chicago, where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. In the past, I have tutored primary, secondary, and post-secondary students. My tutoring in the past has included, but not limited to the following subjects: Math (High School and College Level), Science (High School - Chemistry, Physics, Biology and College Level- Chemistry), English with a specialization in essay editing, and more. My favorite subjects to tutor are all aspects of math and science, which...

...6 years. I have a Bachelors of Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from Western Michigan University. I have also received my teaching certificate from Governors State University. I have tutored primary aged children in groups and one on one. I am passionate about Math and Reading because without a solid foundation in these two areas, students may struggle their entire educational career. I have written and published a children's picture book and am...

I am a graduate of Wittenberg University. I would love to help you gain confidence in the areas you are seeking growth. I have traveled and taught students in Mexico and parts of the U.S. I am fluent in Spanish, and have am passionate about languages, cultures, and writing.

...Varsity Tutors and I have been assigned to tutor your wonderful student! I currently reside in Chicago, Illinois and I have been a teacher and tutor for several years and have experience teaching students both online and in school. I taught first grade for a few years in Houston, Texas and I now tutor/teach fully online. I have a Bachelors degree in English Teaching, a Master's of Art degree in Teaching for elementary education, and...

...in Instructional Leadership in Elementary Education, with middle school Social Studies and Science endorsements. I also received a B.A in history at Loyola University Chicago. Apart from whole and small-group instruction, I have also tutored students individually at school, as well as adults in ESL instruction. I tutor all 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...

...preparation for AP tests. My teaching philosophy is one that focuses on understanding and perceiving the individual needs of a student and understanding how to reach them in an effective and impactful way. I believe that my experience working with a variety of students and abilities has allowed me to reach students and inspire them to reach their potential and develop a true love for learning. When I am not working with students, I love...

Seasoned elementary school teacher with over 39 years of experience in planning, preparing, and teaching well-developed engaging lessons which spark students' interests, and promote enjoyment of ongoing learning. Effectively and appropriately differentiating instruction to meet all student's learning styles, taking different backgrounds, cultures, and abilities into consideration. My goal is to help students grow academically and socially in a supportive and encouraging environment, creating for them a positive learning experience!

...biotechnology that I am particularly interested in include biomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and drug delivery systems. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy learning on my own and sharing my experience and knowledge with my peers and other students. I hope to make use of my experiences with academics and learning in high school and so far in my undergraduate career in order to effectively tutor students who may be experiencing the same struggles in learning that I...

...a Masters in Teaching ESL. During my thirty years of teaching, I have worked with students of all ages from all around the world. I believe that every student is able to learn. Do not let anything hold you back. Whether you are just learning beginner English, or writing a college essay, or anything in between, I will give you my full attention. I will help you set goals and reach them. Together we will...

Hello! I am a CELTA certified ESL instructor in Chicago, and I have a Masters in Special Education from the University of Texas, Austin. I am interested in helping you in your special needs whether it is adult English proficiency, elementary school curriculum, French language learning, or reading and writing tutoring. My strengths are also in social sciences as I have a bachelor's in sociology and French.

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.

...college, I moved to Moscow, Russia to teach English there for a year. Since moving back, I have been teaching ESL in Chicago to a plethora of students from all over the world. I am currently working on my Master's degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in English and plan to eventually teach in high schools here in Chicago. Part of what I love about teaching is learning form my students. They might not...

...students who struggle with reading and writing. I believe that every child has the potential to learn and succeed, regardless of their challenges. My goal as a teacher is to unlock that potential and help my students become confident and independent readers and writers. My approach is grounded in the Orton Gillingham method, which is a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly effective because...

...special education. After receiving my undergraduate degree, I became a teacher in the Chicago area. I taught students of all abilities in elementary school for 5 years. While I was teaching, I also received my ESL endorsement and worked with many students learning English as a Second Language. Currently, I am in graduate school for speech-language pathology. I have been tutoring a variety of ages and subjects for the past 3 years. I love to...

...been set to help others who are in need of support. I am a graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, and I am prepared to show the skills I possess within this helping profession. Tutoring speaks strongly to me as it reflects my commitment to helping students reach their fullest potential. I am currently enrolled at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology to pursue a Psy.D. in School Psychology. I have gained...

It is my belief that students are sponges; given the proper tools and resources, their abilities are endless!... To teach is to touch lives!... Ice-breakers and learning through play.... Through repetition and teach backs.... Positive reinforcement and encouragement.... Take the lesson to where the student understands it, and begin to rebuild towards the new skill.... Repetition and encourage reading each night, aside from the tutoring sessions. Get the family involved with asking questions about stories that...

...my curiosity and love for learning. My teaching experiences in particular have stimulated my curiosity and desire to learn more about the world around me. I have been tutoring students from elementary school to high school for several years now, and I absolutely love it. Teaching is my passion, and I take great pride in helping students achieve their full potential. While I tutor a broad range of subjects I have a strong expertise in...