Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Schaumburg, IL

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...

...enjoy collaborating with students to portray the very best version of themselves in these profoundly important essays. Despite being comparatively young, I truly believe that my very recent exposure to high school academia enhances my ability to form a connection with students because I understand what it feels like to be overwhelmed, and my goal is to work with students at their own pace, thus creating an environment which is conducive to learning.

...25 years. and have bought and sold all asset classes representing both Institutional Investors and high net worth individuals. I have travelled extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. I was raised in Chicago but have lived in NYC. I have raised two (2) boys who both had ADD/ADHD. They have both Graduated from College and are very successful. I was able to teach them that they needed to learn differently with the condition...

...really fun! It's something I enjoy teaching and practicing with my students. Once you understand another language, it's like every Spanish teacher you've ever had says; you've opened the door to another world, another way of thinking! I love watching people discover all of the new media, as well as people and places, they can enjoy once they're proficient enough in a second language. (Not to mention how helpful it is to be bilingual in...

...worked as an Elementary School Teacher’s Assistant working with children from pre-school age through fifth grade. As a teacher's assistant, I gained valuable experience planning and organizing classroom activities as well as ensuring that older students received adequate tutoring and homework help. This position equipped me with the skills to think quickly on my feet and organize a group of students. My goal as a tutor is to empower a student's personal growth and knowledge...

...in college and high school I realize that the way a student receives information is just as important as the material itself. No one method works for everyone, and figuring out approaches to critical thinking that best serve the student will provide important skills for long term learning, grit, and perseverance. As a tutor, I hope to start small and share what I have found helpful in order to succeed academically and thrive mentally.

...3 years since I've been in the classroom. I am a current 1st grader teacher and have also taught 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade math and ela. I have tutored students in middle school while in Washington DC and loved it! I am passionate about math and reading. I know learning can be hard so I do my best to ensure its enjoyable while doing it. I teach because I believe in the power of...

...Urbana-Champaign studying civil engineering. I have always had a passion for learning and helping others learn. It is my goal to help others succeed and see them accomplish things that they once thought to be impossible. Topics that I specialize in are high school math and sciences along with all levels of high school Spanish. My approach to tutoring is to establish a strong understanding of the "why" and then focus on the "how".

...Foreign Language) certificate. I am a big linguistics nerd, and I love to hear about student's home languages and cultures. I believe that the best way to learn a language is through communication; I strive to create lessons that align with my students personal interests such as sports or music rather than teaching grammar alone. As a student myself, I have studied Spanish, Portuguese, German, and Russian, and I use my experience as a language...

It is my personal goal to instill confidence, encouragement, goal setting, provide support, and push students toward their personal growth for the present and for the future.

Hello! I'm a rising senior and Neuroscience & Behavior major at Wesleyan University in CT. I have extensive tutoring experience in subjects across the board but particularly in the sciences. I'm enthusiastic, warm, and eager to share my knowledge with and learn from you.

...to their own version of success. I've worked across various sectors and have always maintained a love for one-on-one teaching, especially working with children and teaching languages. My experience includes living, working, and traveling abroad, and I rely on this intercultural perspective when presenting language and social studies lessons. I am particularly adept at grammar, editing, and writing and can help students in the early phases of learning reading and self-expression. I look forward to...

...a supportive and engaging environment where each child feels empowered to discover the joy of literature. I tailor my instructional methods to meet diverse learning styles, ensuring that every student can thrive academically. Currently certified to teach in Illinois, I find great fulfillment in helping students build confidence and skills in reading, laying the foundation for their future success. Outside the classroom, I enjoy exploring new places and hiking, which inspires my approach to teaching...

I find teaching and tutoring to be incredibly rewarding. Seeing somebody else understand a concept through my framing of that concept is the highest form of communication for which I strive. I look forward to working with Varsity Tutors and students everywhere.

...had experience teaching English and writing to a full classroom as well as one-on-one and have thoroughly enjoyed this so far. In my experience as a writer and editor for an online magazine, I frequently coached fellow writers on their work and loved to collaborate with them to make their writing clear, accurate, and polished. I am enthusiastic and committed to helping anyone in any English-related subject. Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading, writing, history,...

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.

...college were spent going to McHenry County College (MCC) and getting my Associates in the Arts. While attending MCC I spent a lot of my time tutoring other students and children still in high school and below. While I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am really passionate about English, and Public Speaking. In my experience, I find the most joy in seeing the improvement in students. I am fully aware that not...

...courses, but he's particularly fond of tutoring, because it's the style of teaching in which an instructor gets most clearly to see students improve. In his free time, Chris is an avid cook. He particularly enjoys preparing Mexican and Chinese food, and he grows his own chiles for making salsas and moles. Every Fourth of July, he throws a pig roast for all his friends (and to give him an excuse to try out new...

...or a quick and simple fix, I will provide students with guidance and encouragement as they work through problems and learn to apply familiar concepts to unfamiliar situations. I also believe strongly in teaching "to the student," and therefore adapt my teaching to fit each individual's needs and learning styles. By pinpointing and addressing students' weaknesses and creating a comfortable, nurturing environment in which they can learn, I work to help students solidify their knowledge...

...for by merit scholarships she earned by becoming a National Merit Scholar (selected based on PSAT performance) and scoring in the 99.9th percentile on the SAT. With two years of professional experience in finance, she has also worked as a math tutor at Mathnasium and a Business Finance Teaching Assistant at USC. Outside of work, Irene enjoys hiking, playing tennis, and cheering on the Green Bay Packers. A lifelong learner, she always has a book...