Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Crest Hill, IL

...on a standardized test when that student feels like they're "no good" at that subject, and no one has shown them otherwise? And the number of hard-working parents who know what their children are capable of find themselves having the same converstion over and over again. "If you just applied yourself..." Students who apply themselves...

Hi! My name is Jayla! My mission is to help students like yourself achieve academic success. I look forward to our session!

I always try to learn using Einstein's approach to understanding: "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it enough." In my tutoring , I try to impart that same philosophy to my students.

...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 become a professor; in part because of the passion that I have for learning. I look forward to...

I am a current junior at Vanderbilt University studying engineering. I am passionate about math and science and I am excited to show kids a fun and exciting way to grow their STEM skills.

...identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to help a child cope with the stresses of their academics. I easily build rapport with children and...

...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...

...I'm a junior at the Illinois Institute of Technology studying psychology. I've always had a thrill for helping other people out in different subjects. I love the reaction people make when they finally understand a concept or subject. I believe that everyone learns differently whether it is through lectures, or videos, or even notecards. So...

...you on your learning journey in the subjects of math, python programming, and data science. I have a profound love of learning and sharing my knowledge with other. I will address your learning using a structured approach that entails mutual investment in the preparation of the topics and materials used as well as your practice...

...tutor. My main approach as a tutor is to slowly ween my students off of my help. I usually begin the session with an example of myself performing a problem, and then I walk my students through the problem. Towards the end of the session, I challenge my students to act as if I'm the...

...get comfortable with standardized tests like the ACT. I keep both of us in a good mood so that the test doesn't seem as frustrating as it used to be for them. The change in a student's outlook when they start enjoying what they are doing always cheers me up. In addition to tutoring and...

...various learning styles. I get to know my students and develop lessons and materials that support them and their different needs. This past year with Varsity Tutors I worked with several students that were taking AP Biology. We worked on a schedule to prepare for the exam as well as keeping up with the in...

...am a graduate doctor. I came to the US in 2008 and love it here. I have competed a Master of Public Health and worked for an year teaching public health and also assisting with research in a renown research organization. I have started a PhD in Public Health now at the Aga Khan University....

Hi! My name is Ryan; I am a recently graduated Mechanical Engineering major from Carnegie Mellon University. I tutored for three years before starting with Varsity, and I can't wait to help you!

...and have continued my study of the language in college having taken courses in Latin literature and Roman history. Then there's music. I've been playing violin for the past 15 years and the viola for the past 5. I spent three summers at the Indiana University Summer String Academy, culminating in winning first place in...

I strive to engage students through effective communication, hands-on lessons, and a strategic method of breaking down problems into their most simple form.

...can range from molecular biology to genetics to ecology. Related topics I can explain due to my biology background are general, introductory chemistry and physics. I have also researched Joro spiders for population biology, and my current research is focused on immunology and cancer. I have used PCR, southern blot, western blot, and flow cytometry....

I'm a certified teacher. l love helping students achieve their goals and provide learning strategies that will last a lifetime! I have many years of experience working with diverse learners ranging from ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Processing Disorders, and Cognitive Impairment.

Teaching, for me, represents the chance to help students and peers find their way to new understandings. This might be as simple as a better way to find "x" or as complex as the next great thesis on Shakespeare. In the end, it's all about finding the heat in whatever subject is being explored.

...the illustrious Howard University. There, I received my Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education. Since graduation, I have been in the field making 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...