Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Oak Park, IL

...the right support, every student can succeed and enjoy the journey of learning. Whether you're looking to improve your grades, prepare for a test, or just feel more confident in class, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Beyond academics, I focus on building strong study habits and fostering a growth mindset that can benefit you in and out of the classroom. I look forward to working with you and helping you...

...I've learned that forming authentic relationships with students and their families can bolster the learning process. When working with students, I try to personalize the content to their interests whenever possible. I also try to give appropriate challenges; I want students to be engaged and always learning, but not overwhelmed and frustrated. As an educator, my passion is helping students experience those "ah-ha!" moments, when everything clicks at once and students feel empowered ad confident.

I am a 2nd grade teacher and graduate student at DePaul studying Bicultural Bilingual education. I have experience with teaching, tutoring, nannying, and camp counseling. I am from Arkansas, but I am living in Chicago (Go Hawks!). Math is my favorite (and best) subject. I have also dabbled at voice and piano over the years. I look forward to working with you!... Every student is capable of achieving academically. It's all about meeting them where they...

...particularly enjoyed my psychology and environmental systems and societies courses. I have experience tutoring students of all ages from 3-18 in Spanish, math, environmental science, essay writing, and more. I'm passionate about equitable access to education, and am currently working as an Americorps VISTA for a nonprofit devoted to environmental science education. I have been a camp counselor (and a camp kid) my whole life, and believe strongly that learning should be fun and exciting!

Current Master's of Social Work Student at the University of Chicago The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Class of 2018 Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Minor in Social & Economic Justice Served as 2018-2019 Tutor Corps Member at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School in Newark, New Jersey Tutored Pre-Algebra, 7th Grade Math, Special Education

...key pieces of advice each one of these role models has passed down to me at one time or another. I strive to be just as influential through my various outreach and volunteer activities. I have a simple philosophy as a tutor. It is important to understand the student's strengths and weaknesses. I accomplish this by developing a channel of communication between me and my students. I ask what their favorite subjects are in school...

...learning and helping student reach their academic and life goals. My coursework in the field of literacy, reading, and writing pedagogy has uniquely prepared me to teach primary and secondary level literary criticism and research, and essay composition. As a native Spanish speaker, I also have extensive knowledge in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish and have seen great results when teaching young and adult learners. My teaching philosophy is to help learners become knowledgeable in...

...University in Finance because I love numbers! I was also an assistant manager at a bank so have a lot of experience training and mentoring many individuals. I have learned that patience and motivation is the key to teaching people. Also, figuring out what style works best for the individual. I believe anyone can learn anything as long as they are motivated. I love tutoring because there is so much joy I get when I...

...and to give you the confidence to handle any type of writing. I welcome any questions that you have during our sessions. I like to be honest, and that means not just pointing out things that need to be improved, but things that you are good at. I look forward to helping in anyway possible. Outside of teaching, I am huge fighter for LGBTQ+ rights, intersectional feminism, and the rights of POC. I take part...

...resident for the last two years, I have enjoyed making friends from all walks of life. What I love about Chicago is that it has the opportunity to surprise me at every turn while still maintaining a real Midwestern charm. Universities Attended: Butler University, Lancaster University (study abroad), Ball State University University Degrees Earned: B.A. in Theatre, Minor in History, M.A. in Secondary Education Certifications Earned: English/Language Arts in Secondary Education, grades 7-12; Drama/Theatre Arts,...

I've always enjoyed tutoring as a way to express my love of writing and math. I'm excited to help and meet some families in my neighborhood!

...loved every moment of it. Since October 2020 I've worked as a long term substitute teacher for Spanish classrooms before eventually adopting a classroom of my own for the 23-24 school year. What did I realize? While the best part of the job was the connections I made with my students, the most gratifying was during lessons when I would see my students make the connection between the topics I was teaching. I'm a Virgo...

...of freshman year, trying to avoid taking many chemistry and physics classes; But after my first week in those courses, I had a newly piqued interest. I believe it was my professors that sold me on how chemistry and physics could be fun. They were always encouraging students to ask questions, and instead of rushing through the material to meet deadlines, they made sure students understood instead of simply regurgitating. Their passion for teaching topics...

...in their abilities throughout each individual session. I like to begin every session by getting to know my client and discussing what particular topics they are struggling with. I will cater the session to work on strengthening the weaknesses of my client so that they can work towards mastering the topic at hand. I have previously tutored as a lead writing and math tutor at Loyola. I look forward to working with you!

...and develop a memory; enabling them to solve a variety of problems more easily. Additionally, showing your work allows the student's teacher, tutor, or the student himself/herself, to check the work and find any mistakes that were made. This is a fantastic skill to develop that will be useful across subjects. I also trust the phrase practice makes perfect. Math is a process, and each type of problem requires a different attack strategy; therefore, the...

...a gifted curriculum prior to college and excelled in math and the sciences, ultimately being published nationally in the subject of neurosurgery. Part way through college, I decided to focus more of my energy on the social sciences which I have done ever since. When I was not attending school, I have worked as a Social Worker with vulnerable populations in many different positions. I plan to finish my Ph.D. in the upcoming year, and...

Helping students achieve their academic goals is a passion fueled by my belief in the transformative power of education. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Nursing which complements my experience tutoring subjects such as pathophysiology, pharmacology, and other foundational science courses. Additionally, I have a strong background in premedical classes such as chemistry, biology and biochemistry. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where curiosity and critical thinking thrive.

...Chicago working towards a Master in Medical Physiology. Since graduation, I have worked remotely for my lab that studies child development and applying to medical school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about psychology and biology. My previous work experiences have included working as a teacher assistant at a preschool, a residential mentor at a high school academic summer program, and volunteering teaching science lessons in elementary and middle...

...a calling that allows me to share my passion of helping others learn and grow. My approach is student-centered. I adapt my instruction to meet their unique needs while fostering an environment where they can feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes. In addition to having strong communication and management skills. I have a proven track record of developing engaging curricula tailored for students at different levels. Ultimately, I view teaching as an opportunity not...

...candidate allowed me the opportunity to teach various age groups and subjects areas including 3rd and 4th grade English, Literature, and Write, and 6th-8th grade Literature, Social Science, Mathematics, and Test Prep. While I have experience with a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and Literature. Test Prep is also a wonderful time of expanding how students think and a great opportunity for encouragement and fun. I truly believe that helping students...