Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Justice, IL

I've been tutoring for several years and love helping my students. I have worked with elementary, middle, high school, and college students in a range of subjects. I'm particularly enthusiastic about teaching writing, philosophy, and math. If academics ever wear on you, I'd love to help you learn how to play piano!

...Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine. As a genetic counselor, I try to take genetic information and explain it to patients in a easy to understand, digestible way. I do the same thing in my tutoring, trying to make sure that every student gets the tailored, detailed help that they need to be successful in the...

...tutor. I have been tutoring math and science subjects for the past three and a half years, and I still find that I learn new intricacies of the material in conversations with my clients. I tutor because I am passionate about math and science literacy, fostering interpersonal relationships, and bolstering student independence.

...I'm passionate about helping young students build their skills and confidence so they can succeed. Today's students are faced with ever-increasing expectations and sometimes need extra help to stay on track. I strive to make learning a pleasure by presenting fun, hands-on activities. And I support students by teaching study skills and ways to work...

...I have experience helping classmates at the High School and Collegiate level with Biology and Statistics courses. I graduated from Connecticut College in May and I'll be pursuing my Masters at Columbia University in the fall. I believe in adjusting my teaching style to the one that works best for a student to ensure that...

...Philosophy and Political Science. As a former editor-in-chief of a high school newspaper and a peer writing coach, I enjoy tutoring in reading and English; however my passions truly lie in the realm of civics and government (ask me about my current position working in a governor's office!). I love talking through big ideas and...

...track. I have over 4 years of tutoring experience in various subject areas ranging from standardized testing to common core math to violin performance. During my high school career, I excelled in 12 AP classes, as well as the major standardized exams (PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP tests). I attribute my success to the specific strategies...

...Neuroscience and minor in Art. I am currently a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago working towards a 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...

...BS in Psychology and a BA in Latin! I was also part of their Undergraduate Honors Program and hope to become a clinical psychologist. I love tutoring because knowledge is priceless and must be shared. As a tutor, I believe it's my job to not only help students understand what they're working on, but to...

...graduate student. I have been working with students as a tutor and mentor since high school. I believe that education is a gift, so it's important to me to make learning fun and personalized. My goal is to help students build confidence in themselves and find joy in the work they do.

...in middle school and high school, study strategies that teachers recommended to the class rarely worked for me. After having little success with their methods, I eventually found one that worked for me and in a short time, the results were showing in my grades. I feel that each student must approach academics in a...

...back in undergraduate classes again, I had to brush up on my test taking and study skills. The program was so interesting I decided to pursue a graduate degree. Based on my undergrad performance and my GRE scores I obtained a full scholarship for my Master of Science. I had a great teacher early in...

I firmly believe in the idea of a growth mindset and that anyone has the capacity to reach their academic goals, especially in the context of standardized testing.

...with a major in Business Intelligence and Analytics. I also did a two year fellowship with Teach for India where I got the chance to teach students. I believe that teaching requires a lot of hard work and effort as it is very important for the teacher to look at things from the student's perspective....

...I tutored include Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, and Geometry. In addition to these subjects, I am also confident with Algebra and College Chemistry! Last year, I also worked with high school juniors to help them with college application process and improving on their ACT scores. While I am not amazing with ACT Reading, I can...

...writing, reading, history, philosophy and more! I completed post-graduate studies at the University of Chicago, where I received my Master's degree in the History of Philosophy. I've spent several years as a university writing tutor and I love helping students take their papers to the next level! Finally, I have several years of experience tutoring...

...to go back and pursue another degree. I personally believe that every student must be treated as the individual they are. Everyone learns differently and it is up to me and the student I work with to figure out what works best for them when it comes to expanding upon and enhancing their learning. I...

...myself in being able to work with different age groups, because it allows me to approach each student from a different perspective. Based off my previous experiences, I have found one-on-one tutoring to be a quite joyful experience for me, because I truly love teaching and it does not get any better then helping a...

...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 find a place to categorize that information into what we already know, or new information contradicts what we thought we knew. Both reactions are necessary for learning,...

...for themselves versus me simply giving them the answers. I believe that (guided) personal discovery leads not only to greater understanding, but greater knowledge retention as well. Additionally, as someone who played Division III basketball in college, I have also been doing private basketball lessons where many of the same concepts, albeit in a different...