Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Joliet, IL

...love working with people. Knowledge is unlimited and available for everyone who wants to learn and continue to grow. Things change continually so it is important to keep up with the new and improved to stay informed and educated. I hope to continue to share my knowledge with others who want to grow and learn.

...to share knowledge. If I have knowledge of a certain subject, it is my responsibility to give back and share what I know with those who wish to grow in that field/ subject matter. Plus, the best way to learn is to teach, therefore, the sharing of knowledge always comes full circle.

...done by getting to know the student and developing a teaching method that works best for that particular student. I graduated UIUC with a BA in Statistics. I completed 2 actuarial exams and worked in the field for 3 years before deciding to pursue a career as an actor. My diverse background allows me to...

...mathematics, and I am on the pre-medical track. I have two years of experience working as a math instructor for students from ages 5 to 15, teaching concepts that ranged from simple shape recognition to complex algebra. In addition, I spent a semester volunteering as a virtual English and Phonics tutor for young elementary school...

...but I am on a pre-dental track. Although I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about math, economics, and English. I am also available for test prep tutoring as I have experience helping others get the scores they aimed for. As a tutor, I find it my responsibility to not only help...

...have a strong passion for education and helping students to excel in their academic abilities. I have been a teacher for more than 20 years. Using innovative strategies and instruction, I take great pride in helping students build confidence in their current skills, meet or exceed their targets, and develop a love for learning through...

...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...

I possess a B.S. in Secondary Education and a Master's Degree in Education. I have eight years of experience teaching Pre-K through adult learners (general and special education). I'm patient and organized with a good sense of humor. I enjoy helping students achieve and exceed their goals!

...While in college, I served as a science and math tutor for elementary school students in my local communities, and I then went on to jump-start a mentorship and tutoring program that taught K-12 students in a high-need district. My previous tutoring experiences in college involved working with K-12 students in mathematics, science, reading, and...

...group teaching. I love the "ah ha, I get it" lightbulb moment that students have when they have made the connection in their learning of a subject. I enjoy learning about my students as I teach since their personal experiences bring so much to our learning environment. I have high expectations and passion to bring...

...a news writing internship at WGN working on the 9 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. newscasts. While I was briefly able to perform my dream job, this was 2008 when the job market across the country hit a record low point. While at WGN, its parent company, Tribune Company, declared bankruptcy; I quickly realized I needed...

...to join the Varsity Tutors platform and share my knowledge with students who need additional help understanding the concepts of these subjects. I graduated from Andrew's University with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, and have completed some Early Childhood Courses at Ashworth College. My teaching and tutoring experience over the years have allowed me...

...standardized test-related because I know that school can be rough and sometimes we all need a bit of help. I worked as a math tutor back in high school and I can teach all the way up to Calculus 3. I personally love teaching math as it's my favorite subject in school. Outside of school...

...so they can succeed. Today's students are faced with ever-increasing expectations and sometimes need extra help to stay on track. I strive to make learning a pleasure by presenting fun, hands-on activities. And I support students by teaching study skills and ways to work smarter. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies...

...background is in the medical sciences/molecular biology. Currently I am a medical student, but prior to this I did a PhD in Physiology and Developmental Biology. In addition, I work as a researcher looking at stem cell populations involved in fracture healing. When I am not studying, I love playing soccer, guitar, rock climbing and...

...Africa. Having studied several foreign languages and taught English internationally, I understand why people have problems learning English. In Prague I learned Czech, and studied Spanish and German. I received my B.A. in Anthropology from Wheaton College, where I also studied French. I spent a semester in Ghana, West Africa, studying regional languages and culture....

All learning is connected. Everyone learns differently; the main objective is to identify each pupils "learning style" and tailor lessons to meet each pupil where they are.

...privilege of working with students of all ages, ranging from pre-K to young adults. My passion for teaching and my commitment to providing the best education possible has driven me to specialize in various areas, including autism, reading acquisition and remediation, ADHD, and executive functioning disorders. With a background in fine arts, I bring a...

...confidence level and understand to tackle the most difficult of questions with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I firmly believe that is untrue, and that everyone has their own unique style and skillset to...

Hello, I am a life long learner and an Educator. It will be my pleasure to assist you with your questions in Elementary, Middle and High School Math. I love working with students as I spend 14 years as an Assistant Principal. I love being outdoors gardening, walking my dog and going to the Gym.