Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Beach Park, IL

...rejoining the Varsity Tutors team! I am a 7th grade math teacher in the Indianapolis Public School System. I have my Bachelor's from Butler University in Elementary Education (K-6) with Licensure in STEM education and 5-9 Mathematics. I have experience teaching ENL (English as a New Language) learners as well as teaching students with learning...

Hey there! I'm Yiris, a passionate business major in Chicago from Texas. With over two years of working with kids and a year of tutoring experience, I'm here and ready to help you smash your academic goals! Let's learn and achieve together!

...the University of Iowa. I specialize in teaching and tutoring a variety of subject areas to students currently attending high school and/or college. However, I am also effective in working with "kiddos," those in elementary and middle school. (Please see my profile for specific subjects for tutoring sessions.) I have long been recognized by colleagues...

...we not only learn academic subjects but also life lessons that will carry us far. As someone who loves learning new things every day, I'm always on the lookout for ways to make my teaching even better. I'm excited about the chance to be a part of students' academic and personal growth, and I promise...

I am a member of the Teach For America Corps and will be teaching Spanish in the Baltimore City Public Schools this fall. I am passionate about and love teaching/tutoring anything related to Spanish, Reading, Writing, English and Marketing! Lets conquer this together and get some work done, learn and have and enjoyable fun experience!

...been a tennis instructor for kids ages 6-13 for over 3 years. I am most passionate about tutoring in English and Math, and I always strive to tailor lessons to each student's individual learning style. I truly enjoy helping others learn and grow, and I'm committed to making each session engaging, personalized, and effective. I'd...

...with students from elementary levels to doctoral levels. I currently am an adjunct professor in neuroscience and psychology at Dominican University and work for a biotechnology company. I have my PhD in neuropharmacology and my undergraduate degree is in neuroscience and psychology. I am a published author with six manuscripts in top tier peer-reviewed journals,...

...I was a math tutor at my school's resource center. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for tests and quizzes or understanding their homework, they always seem to have fun and gain more confidence in their ability to handle the subject. I am also a recipient of the Illinois Seal of Biliteracy for Spanish.

I'm currently an undergrad at the University of Illinois at Chicago and studying biology and psychology. I'm a very enthusiastic, passionate, and kind individual who loves to meet new people and enjoys helping others out. I'm so excited to meet new people and experience new opportunities.

...was very patient with me and followed my pace and asked questions that would improve my critical thinking. Most importantly, however, she never got frustrated with me no matter how many times I had to go through certain concepts. These characteristics she exhibited has guided me to develop my tutoring philosophy Learn first, teach after."...

...plans, organizing work flow and interacting with the students. Education is a passion of mine and creating a safe, friendly and productive environment for my students to learn is a top priority. I've worked as tutor for several years across a range of subjects, with my experience and set of skills I feel that I...

...struggle on, and I have a strong sense of empathy in the learning process. This means I find it easy to determine exactly what students are struggling with in order to tackle those problems - making challenging concepts EASY to understand for ANYONE. Additionally, I am also a musician of over 15 years, and LOVE...

...K-8. I have worked with students with and without IEPs, including students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities. I have supported students in all subject areas, but I have a particular love for teaching reading and writing and I am currently taking classes to complete my licensure as a certified Reading Specialist.

...them actively learn. At Cornell, I serve as Math TA for Algebra. My main goal in these tutoring sessions is to create a safe learning environment to encourage growth and success. I want every student to feel comfortable enough to ask questions when they are confused. I want to help you learn and excel in...

...Biology. My forte is science, but I'm great with writing, reading, and math. As a quick background, I began tutoring during my undergrad as a math tutor for freshmen and sophomore students. I was then a teacher's assistant in graduate school for various environmental science courses for two years and absolutely loved the challenges and...

I am a junior at the University of Alabama from Chicago, IL. I am majoring in Human Exercise Science with concentrations in Fitness and Pre-Professional Studies with a minor in Spanish. I have aspirations of attending Physical Therapy school upon completion of my undergraduate degree in Spring of 2019.

...writing. My approach is student-centered, blending structured lessons with a playful spirit, ensuring that each session is engaging and tailored to individual needs. I believe that every student has a story to tell, and my greatest joy comes from guiding them on that journey, fostering a lifelong love for learning and expression.

...in your district. With that being said, I would greatly appreciate a student teaching assignment in the spring of 2017. In any circumstance, I strive to provide the best education for each student and I will do the same within your district. Here are a few of my experiences that display my rigorous teaching nature....

...at a Chicago Public School. I've previously taught in preschool, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday Math, Go Math, Connected Math, TouchMath, Envision Math, Lucy Caulkins Writing Program, Wilson Reading Program, Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy, and several others. I am passionate about...

...to make the abstract more concrete. I have incorporated tactile boards, sky writing, active movement, as well as many anchoring visuals. Such student success has also come through a gradual release method that I use as a framework for my lessons. This includes modeling, guided practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives...