Award-Winning SAT Math Tutors for Students in Crestwood, IL

...enjoyed the four semesters in the graduate school when I was a teaching assistant. It gave me the opportunity to work with students and help them develop an understanding for the subject. These are the primary reasons that I have decided to go into teaching. I have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Georgia Tech...

...with. I enjoy tutoring because I acknowledge the two-way nature of it. Not only does tutoring help a tutee learn certain material, it also helps me master some old concepts. While I tutor a variety of subjects, one of my favorites is mathematics. I love teaching this subject because its concrete and builds problem-solving skills....

...SAT and the Math Level 2 SAT subject test. I have since expanded and now also tutor for Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, and AP Statistics (6th through 12th grade). I am passionate about helping students because I grew up hearing that there were two kinds of people: those who were good...

...I primarily teach chess where I have over four years of experience working with classes of ~20 students, though I'm open to tutoring math and test prep as well. Overall, I believe that it is important to make content easy to understand for each student and thus help them make tangible progress.

Hello, My name is Mary Mickelson and I'm currently a math teacher in Aurora, IL. I'm certified to teach math to grades 6-12 and have experience with a little bit of everything from 7th graders to AP Computer Science. I've also been an ACT and SAT test prep tutor for more than 5 years.

...have a bachelor's in Secondary Education-Mathematics from Depaul University, a master's in Mathematics from Roosevelt University, and master's in Finance from University of Illinois at Chicago. I have been tutoring mathematics for 10 years (6 years professionally). I have been teaching mathematics for 6 years (high school and college). I have a great love for...

...was also mentoring them. I am very passionate about working with kids because they really are the future. I like being able to have an impact on their growth and development. It gives me joy to see a student accomplish something that they thought was impossible. In reality, nothing is impossible, every kid can learn.

Hello! I am a freshman in college and I am excited to tutor in subjects I excelled in throughout my high school career.

...I bring a strong academic foundation to our sessions. I've been tutoring math for over 6 years, specializing in high school and early college levels. My goal is to make math engaging and approachable, motivating students to excel and thrive. Let's work together to conquer math challenges and unlock your full potential!

I am an undergraduate student studying molecular biology and bioengineering. I have always enjoyed teaching others and have been tutoring for 4 years. I recognize that every student learns differently so I emphasize individualized lesson plans. I am excited at the possibility of sharing my knowledge and tips in math, science, reading, writing, the SAT,...

...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 the core fundamentals of the problems are some of the most effective ways to be engaged in different content materials. I believe that patience...

...the 1973 movie, "The Paper Chase", and the memorable performance by John Houseman, as Professor Kingsfield. I always thought that portrayal, in terms of teaching style, was something I admired, and I used that memory as a guide, as I strived to develop my style. However, where he was strict, I am not. I believe...

...to neurons. I realized that I really loved sharing my work and teaching it to others. I went on to earn my Master's of Science in Biotechnology from Rush University and started to share this passion and energy of mine with others. Before starting my PhD, I decided I wanted to share science with the...

I am ME soon to be computer science, major, and have been missing tutoring since I graduated high school. So I can't wait to get my hands dirty again :)

...them through many concepts of the basic science courses. Through this process, I not only build meaningful relationships with my peers, but promote an environment of healthy learning. With this and many other tutoring experiences before college, I have been able to craft my communication skills, gather perspective on diverse populations, and even fortify my...

...become versed in tutoring individuals of all ages in a wide variety of subjects. For the last two years I have focused on working with students with learning disabilities such as ADHD. My teaching style focuses on reframing academic struggles as hurdles with simple and practical solutions rather than insurmountable hurdles. While I tutor in...

...satisfying part has been making the students realize their own potential and see their grades improve. I tutor in many different subjects such as various levels of math, science, history, English, Test-taking strategies, and writing. I strongly believe that each student has his unique way of learning and it is my responsibility as their tutor...

...I have the skills to help your child succeed in school. Students that work with me have improved grades and increased confidence in their academic abilities. I offer individualized lessons that accommodate each student's learning style. We will work together to identify specific academic goals and create a customized learning plan to achieve those goals.

Throughout my tutoring experience, I have loved connecting with students to understand their best learning methods and to work with them to make their learning successful. I look forward to doing so to continue a student's improvement!

empty... Relaxed and accommodating, but direct and impact-driven.... Get to know their background and the best way they retain information.... Provide self-prep materials, and evaluate their performance.... Show impact of results and progress.... Find alternative approaches, and practice.... Help them practice reading and understand main concepts.... Give them effective instruction, but also time.... Provide fun examples or real-life applications.