Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Crest Hill, IL

...I like to get know my students style of learning and try to make it more meaningful through a personal connection. I believe less in memorization and more in creating foundations of knowledge that one can continue to build upon and rely on in moments of doubt. As your tutor, I would always be open...

...towards my Master's in Teaching (Science, Secondary), my primary interest is in writing new, comprehensive and engaging material which makes sense to students. I love students of all ages, I enjoy watching the "lightbulbs" go one when they understand a difficult concept, or when they are elated because they remember a fact they couldn't before....

...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 working with children and...

I love teaching and helping students grow in their knowledge and skills.

...ESL classes to adults in the evenings. I am passionate about teaching, and now that I support teachers and the curriculum in my district, I miss working and interacting with students. I love to read and I am always keeping up with the latest research on reading development and other topics related to education.

Knowledge is a power that everyone should have access to. It is my goal to help empower as many as I can.

...design experience. My very first tutee was my little sister but in the times since I have worked with kids of all ages in Connecticut, Chicago, New York, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Mexico. I am an avid reader and writer, always excited to recommend a good book or hear any recommendations you might have! As a...

...being your next Varsity Tutor. Teaching has always been a passion of mine from a very early age. I believe that being an educator involves resilience, determination, and above all, compassion for fellow learners. With enough patience and persistence, I believe in truly transforming the way students view learning. I am on a mission to...

...children how to read. I am the oldest sibling & the daughter of a teacher so my passion for education started at a young age. I believe that every child can learn given the appropriate time, tools, and educator. Learning should be fun & engaging which is why I love to incorporate music & movement...

...5-12. I currently teach fourth and fifth grade special education. As a special education teacher, I have experience adapting text for students, using multiple types of questions to build student success, and using technology to practice skills my students are acquiring. Tutoring can be an intensely rewarding experience for students and their tutors. Learning from...

...with various backgrounds differently. I believe that education is a ticket to social and economic equality; at Varsity Tutors, it will be my duty to understand how to make a difference in the education field. In my free time, I enjoy spending lots of time with my family and watching shows/movies with them.

...that requires. My passion from helping students would have to stem from my own passion of learning. I am well acquainted with tutoring resources as I have always sought out the tutoring programs at my schools for subjects I've had difficulty with. I am a big advocate of working through problems with students but also...

...make use of what is learned. I believe that each learner is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to learn. It is my desire as an instructor to help learners meet their fullest potential by creating an environment that is safe, supports risk-taking, and invites a sharing of...

...years of my teaching career I was a part-time math interventionist and an Online Math instructor, utilizing the Edgenuity Online program. I believe all students can learn. It is the responsibility of the instructor to provide opportunities for success and guidance in solving problems. There are many ways to approach math problem-solving. I support students...

...lived in Costa Rica for almost two years where I became fluent in Spanish and worked as an ESL instructor for both children and adults. During my 10 years in Chicago, I have worked as an ESL instructor for adults in various communities throughout the city, tutored students looking to complete their GED examination, and...

...one of my biggest priorities. Another must in my tutoring approach is customizing curriculum. Students should feel entitled to an exceptional education, and I want to help them find ways to make their school experiences always work for them. Practically, this means anything from devising effective study habits for a student with a packed schedule...

...maximize those strengths and improve on their weaknesses. My teaching style is strengths based and highly collaborative, always beginning by identifying what the student does know and working together to set goals. I take a team approach with students so that we are both invested in generating problem solving strategies and practicing academic skills in...

I am a very passionate learner and I would be delighted to share that love for learning to other students. My empathetic mindset, work ethic, and persistence for success is what I value most about myself and how it can positively impact others.... My philosophies behind teaching are that there is not a single method to learn a subject, but multiple approaches to learning it. My belief is that using all the resources acquirable will lead...

...fluent in French and Mandarin Chinese and can read Latin, German, and Greek. In my ideal job I serve as a medium to help people develop their interests and ideas; at the same time, I love having the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions, brain-storming, and critical thinking. In the future, I hope to expand...

Loyola University Chicago Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science