Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Oak Park, IL

...of Science in Environmental Science and Health at the University of Southern California, I am aware of the pressures that come with being in school. I have helped tutor underrepresented students for the past four years both in my community and on online volunteer platforms. My primary concern is for students to gain confidence in themselves, and in the subject matter at hand. I have extensive experience tutoring middle school students algebra, trigonometry, social studies,...

I currently attend the University of Chicago, where I major in Political Science and Biology. When I'm not spending hours reading Nietzsche, I'm doing improv comedy and graphic design. I'm currently pursuing a career in advertising/consulting, and in my spare time I eat mini tacos and watch Louis CK stand-up comedy. ... Teaching is about taking something complex and making it easy to understand. I like to focus a lot on students' questions, as they give...

...years, and during that time, my students came to love school. If there was a difficult problem, we knew that we could break it down until it made sense. We knew that making mistakes was the best way to learn, and when we mastered a subject, it was time to learn something new. These results didn't stem from rigorous rote learning. Too often, educators focus on raising test scores with tips and tricks, forgetting to...

...also super into tutoring. I really believe that learning can be a total blast, and I want to help you have a good time with it too! I customize my lessons to fit your style and mix things up along the way. My goal is for you to not just ace your courses but actually enjoy the process. So if you're up for a fun and engaging learning journey, I'm your go-to tutor. Let's make...

...recent graduate of Northwestern University where I received my BS in Education and Social Policy. Aside from tutoring, I also work to educate and advocate for youth in the foster care system, and I recently finished a season where I was the Director of Programming for a summer camp supporting kids with speech disorders. In my free time I enjoy playing basketball, writing, listening/telling stories, and playing board games. I enjoy seeing students suddenly "get...

...a student when I started struggling in organic chemistry during my sophomore year of college. No matter what method I used, I could not bring my grade up in that class, so I started attending tutoring sessions. It wasn't until I received this direct help that I was able to bring my grade back up and do so well in the class! Seeing how much tutoring helped me made me realize that I want to...

...important to conduct a learning environment in a creative way in order to reach a variety of student learning styles. As a teacher, I believe that it is important to be a trainer and a mentor. I want my students to be engaged with the course material through the use of a variety of activities and assignments. My background is in management, forensic, counseling, play therapy, and business psychology. My professional experience centralizes on being...

...major in East Asian Languages and Cultures and a minor in Chinese. I am currently considering graduate school in China as a way of immersing myself in Chinese culture and broadening the range of my academic experience. I have tutored students since my time in high school at Walter Payton College Prep. My first tutoring job came about when my math teacher at the time asked me to work with three students in Trigonometry and...

...at Gary Comer College Prep Middle School in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. I have also taught math in self-contained and remedial setting. I really love to help students find their voice in writing. I found that for me, as soon as I began to write about things I was passionate about on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know,...

...Chicago pursuing degrees in Psychology and Social Work. In the fall, I'll begin my Master's of Social Work with a focus on working with children and families. I am passionate about helping students gain confidence in their academics through a gentle yet direct approach. My areas of specialty are Psychology, English, and ACT prep. When working with others, I have a goal of empowering them to see and achieve their full potential, which I accomplish...

...and I will be studying economics and international studies. I have lots of experience in mentoring students individually and teaching in the classroom through being a student intern for a sophomore honors English class. I love working with students who are preparing for tests or college admissions because it gives me an opportunity to impart my knowledge of the college application process to others and empathize with them on all their concerns. I believe that...

...in the tutoring position at your esteemed institution Varsity Tutors. With a strong academic background, extensive tutoring experience, and a profound commitment to fostering educational growth, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your team. My journey in education began with my Bachelor's degree in Biological sciences , where I graduated with honors from University of Illinois at Chicago. This academic achievement laid a solid foundation for my understanding of Biology, chemistry, physics,...

I am currently pursuing a Master's in Teaching at the University of Chicago and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Chicago. I have experience tutoring in and out of schools, as well as experience as a student teacher in classrooms, and love working with students! I specialize in reading and writing support (standardized testing/academic support). I am also pursuing an algebra certification, and am endorsed in middle school math and...

...Master of Educational Leadership and have served as a teacher and academic Dean in Chicago for 22 years. I will not only help you succeed with Social Studies/ History, Writing, and Speech, but we will concentrate on the skills to be a successful and confident learner, which you can carry across all of your courses. I have been to all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums, have written three screenplays, and am completing a book on...

...know that with the right academic and socio-emotional support and explanation, everyone is capable of learning and succeeding. I know how difficult it can be to learn mathematics, and I know I have gained a lot of tools and ways of understanding the concepts that I can share with others. In mathematics as well as other classes, I know how important it is to have self-confidence and perseverance to solve difficult questions independently. I've worked...

...of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and I am double majoring in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development and French. I am pre-med, so I do hope to go to medical school next year and am currently in the process of applying. I graduated from Hinsdale Central High School in 2012, and there I was a member of the National Honors Society which was my first experience with tutoring. I am currently a volunteer at the University of...

...and tutorwhich range from lecturing at the University of Michigan to instructing summer courses on college-application essays to tutoring elementary students as a Peace Corps volunteer in ThailandI continue to see the power of critical thinking when fueled by curiosity. I believe that this coupling of curiosityor "inquiry," as some of us call itand textual analysis can change the world. Being able to think critically about who we are, what we believe, and why we...

...University of Chicago, where I've recently earned my bachelor's degree in economics. Currently, I'm putting the finishing touches on a master's in Quantitative Methods. My academic journey has been both rigorous and rewarding, preparing me for a career in investment banking after graduation. Outside of my academic and professional pursuits, I have a deep-seated love for teaching and mentoring. As the oldest of four siblings, I've dedicated a significant portion of my life to tutoring...

...a first-year student at MIT studying computer science and neuroscience. As of right now, I am pre-med and hope to become a pediatric dermatologist. I love working with kids and have a wide breadth of tutoring, teaching, and mentoring experience. For example, all throughout high school, I served as a volunteer at church, at my local library, and at Swedish Covenant Hospital in the Pediatric Unit. This allowed me to see a lot of different...

...doctoral candidate at Loyola University in Chicago with two year's experience in and a passion for education. The majority of my training has been in history, political science, college-level research and writing, as well as various other subjects. I have taught children from middle school level to the undergraduate level and enjoy helping students gain confidence toward studies and a passion for learning. As a former substitute teacher and, now, a teaching assistant at Loyola,...