Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Wheaton, IL

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.

...endless, and the student success level in my classroom soars! I knew when I was a little girl I knew wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. I LOVED "playing school" and reading and mostly having fun with my mom! This childhood of mine has shaped my teaching philosophy immensely. As I grew up, I realized not everyone has the same background. I began volunteering with my mom when I was in elementary...

...ELL students on both academic and cultural understanding, and continue to enjoy working with students of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and ages. Every student learns differently, and as a tutor, I create a positive, comfortable learning environment and address students' needs based on their personalities and individual learning styles. Within the next couple of years, I am planning to pursue a masters or doctorate degree in Anthropology with a focus on Social Institutions. I look forward...

...English or Math, I emulate his passion. I can't help myself! In fact, I earned an English Degree in addition to my Psychology BA because I enjoy reading and writing so much. I'm not just a book worm though. I'm a huge sports fan (especially for my Buckeye Football National Champs!), I'm a total gym rat, and I have the stereotypical love for all things girly: hair, makeup, fashion, etc. Most importantly, however, I love...

...Over the past several years, I also have developed a consistent track record of growing students in both Reading and Math on the Illinois MAP and PARCC exams. My experience is not entirely limited to the classroom, either. In addition to teaching my students, I have over seven combined years of tutoring experience in math, history, science, and language arts. Those tutoring experiences have allowed me to work with a wide variety of ages from...

...classrooms at times. I am familiar with IEP's, having written them and taught towards the goals in them. I have spent considerable time working to prepare my students for standardized tests required by the state or district. While taking classes towards my certification I worked as a one to one aide in two different school districts in Chicago's northwest suburbs. While I taught all subjects, I am most comfortable tutoring elementary language arts, reading and...

...Chicago. I have worked for Sylvan Learning Center, Project SYNCERE STEM programs, and Chicago Public Schools where I have and continue to tutor and instruct youth in reading comprehension, vocabulary, math and the sciences. My hobbies include vegetable gardening, raising chickens, crocheting as well as cooking vegetarian meals. I enjoy tutoring in reading because it is needed to understand other school subjects; I also like tutoring in elementary math. I come from a matriarch of...

...freshman who were working on rhetorical analyses as well as senior psychology majors working on personal statements for grad school. The diversity of writing I worked with fostered a sense of adaptability in me that I bring to every new tutoring session. I also tutored English Language Learners, focusing more on the technical aspects of language and honing their speaking skills. I tutor any subject under the broad spectrum of English: college writing, reading comprehension,...

Hello! My name is Umer. I am a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in Mathematics and Classical Studies (Double Major). I am also certified through Cambridge University's CELTA program to teach ESL/EFL students. I look forward to teaching ESL students in the near future. Right now, I am gaining experience for my long term goal of moving to Cairo, Egypt to teach.

...from Chicago State University and an Associates Degree in Early Education from Richard J. Daley College. For the last 6 years, I have taught students art, social studies, math, writing, reading and music in Chicago Public Grade Schools. My approach to learning is all inclusive to the world around us and fun. I have also taught Adults in Real Estate and Painting workshops. My outside interests include Art exhibiting, Music, Writing plays, Radio Hosting and...

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.

...school. A teacher is one of the first people to develop a child's passion for knowledge. Students enjoy the learning experience when they feel their academic curiosity and well being are nurtured. It is important for a teacher to model how all aspects of life is a learning experience. I believe it is important for students to understand that learning is a lifelong journey and their perspective of learning can instill a passion for learning.

...research and thesis writing. I also have 10+ years of experience in 2-D art and 3+ years in digital illustration. I've spent the last 2 years teaching English as a cultural ambassador in Japan and Taiwan. Although most of my career thus far has been in ESL teaching, I am most passionate about social science, cultural studies, illustration, and writing. Throughout all of my travels and experiences, I have held the firm belief that education...

...they continue to gain more knowledge and it gives me joy to see them succeed with my help along the way. I am a great communicator and listener, and I can put myself in my student's shoes and understand their lives. It is my goal that any student that I have will fully understand any issue they have with any subject. Also, Ive worked as a tutor/mentor all through out my high school and college...

...school subjects, especially Math, English, Biology, and Chemistry. I also have a lot of experience in ACT tutoring across all subjects, with results of improved cumulative and individual subject scores. In my undergraduate experience thus far, I have been approved to tutor many subjects including general Chemistry, Biology, Organic Chemistry, Anatomy (clinical human and gross), Psychology, among other subjects. Because I am a student, I find ways to relate to the students that I tutor...

I am currently a school teacher. I teach both special education and general education elementary and middle school students. I am able to break down skills in a way that children can understand. I love it when everything clicks for the student. ... My teaching philosophy is that every person can learn; it is just a matter of finding out how they learn.

...years. In the past I have tutored Chinese students looking to improve their conversational English skills as well as American elementary school students in basic reading and reading comprehension skills. My favorite subject to tutor is reading and writing because I am passionate about sharing the rich heritage and nuances of my native tongue with others. Outside of languages, I enjoy traveling, reading, swimming, dancing and attending plays or concerts. I believe that the key...

...these varied experiences, I have learned to adapt my teaching strategies to suit the needs and interests of each student I work with. I believe that for students to be excited about learning, the material has to be important to them. By allowing each student’s interests to guide how they learn the information, I help them to understand and remember the material rather than just complete the problem in front of them. I am passionate...

With over five years of experience with tutoring, I have the skills to help your child succeed in school. Students that work with me have improved grades and increased confidence in their academic abilities. I offer individualized lessons that accommodate each student's learning style. We will work together to identify specific academic goals and create a customized learning plan to achieve those goals. ... I believe every student has the ability to succeed academically. I provide...

I am a passionate educator who has worked with students for over 10 years. When I am able to work with a student and see growth not only in what they are capable of, but their own confidence as a learner, I feel like the work I have done means something.