Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Steger, IL

...education: teaching English in Japan for two years, coordinating a mentor program for first year college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their...

...of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University in the City of New York while working on my PhD. I have also completed a number of teaching workshops at the University of Washington and Columbia University, as well as a course in pedagogy. Throughout this time, I continued to tutor K-12 students as well, and am...

...with children of all ages. I have worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, tutor and teacher. I enjoy tutoring all subjects -I like trying to explain subjects in a new way that makes them interesting for my students. I do my best to make learning as fun and creative as possible, using whatever method works...

...me to study my major in college. I also love running, doing yoga and walking my dog. Helping students in such science subjects and math will allow me to demonstrate my strong academic performance as well as share my passion with students. Through working with students, I have learned that reviewing problems step-by-step and understanding...

...years of tutoring experience, I cover Math, English, Social Studies, and Science for students from elementary to middle school. Summer is also a fantastic time to explore new passions! I offer tutoring in American Sign Language (8 years) for beginners. Additionally, my 10 years of experience in Career Planning (including guidance on college admissions papers),...

...students on an individual basis and adapting my approach to fit their needs. My work in the special education field has taught me that flexibility and patience are key when working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano and ukulele, cooking, and practicing digital art on my iPad. I am experienced teaching...

...teachers crave; this is when new information fits comfortably among what is already established in our understanding, or what makes two seemingly unrelated pieces connect. The second is a feeling of distress. This is when a new piece of information or framework for looking at the world feels uncomfortable because our brain is struggling to...

...Speech, Language, and Learning, I understand how teaching can be modified to meet students' diverse learning profiles. Prior to becoming a speech-language pathologist I was a clinician at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes where I led students through research-based reading and comprehension programs. I primarily tutor math and reading and enjoy helping students gain a concrete understanding...

...I have been on the Dean's list for almost six semesters now, and would be glad to pass on the torch. I am passionate about teaching Biology, Math, Chemistry and College level physics .I have volunteered at the Akanksha Foundation in India, where I taught science and English to 7th and 5th graders and it...

...in Peace Corps Panama Education Sector, I have taught at The Collins Academy High School as an English teacher through AmeriCorps City Year, and have tutored multiple people throughout the last three years. I am currently working on obtaining my TEFL certification which gives me an even deeper understanding of the structures needed to be...

...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 reading.

...the daily opportunity to work with students in different subjects, most of all in my favorite subjects of math and science. Born and raised in Germany going through the higher education there provided me with the skill to teach German at a private K-8 school and to raise my three children bilingual in English and...

I am an experienced no nonsense teacher. I am committed to helping you succeed and teaching you strategies to help.

...their own. I believe math is the gateway subject that allows students to build confidence and tackle virtually every other subject. I also love learning and speaking new languages, which is a cultural window to a world of people that we were never privy to before. I would like to pass this love of languages...

...about history, writing, and the social sciences with extensive work in research and writing methods and am eager to help students harness their inner curiosity and creativity. I have experience in education as a teacher, working with K-5th graders, as well as tutoring experience with high school students. My number one priority is to help...

My experience in research, writing and litigation allows me to teach substantive concepts and strategies in taking the MBE. My writing experience also allows me to assist young writers in critical thinking and analysis.

Hi! I'm Lojayn - a passionate reader and language enthusiast. I love helping children develop the skills necessary to become successful individuals.

...in the classroom, and that each student deserves the chance to succeed in school and beyond. I strive to do all I can to give students the confidence, skills and knowledge they need to be the best versions of themselves they can be. I have taken classes in teaching and taught, in classrooms, Reading and...

...are the future. My favorite subjects to tutor is English and Writing, Chemistry, and ACT prep. I have always been passionate about helping others more than myself, and I have proven that through the years and will never give up until my students understand the concept. I am a firm believer of taking my time...

...as Developmental Child Psychology and learning the most effective ways to curate a teaching curriculum targeted toward ensuring children retain knowledge and have fun, I have an increased interest in one day becoming a Pediatric Neurologist or Adolescent & Child Psychiatrist! As an advocate for education rights and expanding progress in the community and worldwide,...