Award-Winning Science Tutors serving La Grange, IL

...was a tutor for fellow students and I became a Kumon Instructor for math and reading, teaching between the age groups of four to sixteen. I am passionate about physics, because I believe that it provides the world necessary problem solving skills and the sphere of physics is so large. I love travelling abroad, studying...

...were spawned by generations of women in my family who were in Education. From my great grandaunt who was a principal to my grandmothers -- one was an associate professor of finance, another a high school English Department head. Several of my aunts and cousins are past and present teachers of English, Speech and Journalism,...

...calculations, instructing them to think about the problem in a logical manner first. With an easy-going style, I strive to make students relaxed and comfortable, allowing them to better concentrate on the task at hand and be more receptive to learning. My excellent communication and social skills are invaluable in tailoring my approach to each...

...I am here as a tutor. I have ample experience as a tutor. I discovered my great love for tutoring my senior year of high school, when I tutored several of my peers in Calculus. I tutored throughout my undergraduate years, earning great praise as a chemistry tutor. My main approach as a tutor is...

Recent grad out of Texas A&M (Dec 2017) with BS Economics. Math and Economics classes are my strongsuit and have taken chemistry classes as well. Hobbies include playing/watching sports and traveling.

...The University of Wisconsin in Madison, I understand the gap that can form between teachers and students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way...

...could do so was by tutoring students so that they could achieve their full potential. During my time as an undergraduate, I was a part of the Emory Dream Project, a student-run organization that tutored at a local high school. I helped students with their algebra, trigonometry, and pre-calculus coursework. I particularly love tutoring math...

...temporary teaching and tutoring have been both personally satisfying and beneficial to the children I worked with. I have enjoyed three periods of teaching. My first opportunity to teach was provided by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, which was one of the necessary ways to get the best experience by teaching language arts, writing, reading...

...methods that best suited for the learner. I truly enjoy seeing my students achieve their ah-ha moments, confidence, and improve their grades. My teaching philosophy is based on Skinner's theory of learning- Positive Reinforcement (Radical Behaviorism)! My belief is that every student has the ability to learn anything when their efforts are reinforced, inspired, and...

...taught a Read- Aloud program. I also conducted home and school visits. These visits allowed me to build a partnership with my students' parents and teachers. Additionally, I was able to track academic progress and behavior. While attending Harvard Graduate School of Education, I interned at a nonprofit named Tutors for All as the Math...

...explain intricate topics like thermodynamics and quantum mechanics clearly and patiently. I believe in a student-centered approach, adapting my lessons to fit each learner's pace and needs, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident in their understanding. My goal is to create a thorough and engaging learning environment where curiosity can thrive, ultimately fostering a deeper...

...is to always keep in mind its connection to the other sciences, which can facilitate a better grasp on many chemical concepts. My approach to tutoring is based in the Harkness philosophy of teaching, which gives a great deal of responsibility to the student to figure things out. I will make sessions as interactive as...

...goal in these tutoring sessions is to create a safe learning environment to encourage growth and success. I want every student to feel comfortable enough to ask questions when they are confused. I want to help you learn and excel in your classes! In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cycling, playing volleyball, and watching...

...a sudden a complex problem clicks for them. My undergraduate degree is in secondary biological sciences. My graduate degree is in secondary mathematics education. I've homeschooled, taught thousands of students from countries all around the world, and am currently teaching at a college-preparatory school. I excel in working with middle school and high school students....

...given me insight into how students benefit from laying an early foundation in basic concepts to set them up for success in more advanced topics as an organic course proceeds. I have helped write problem sets and test questions for undergraduate level organic courses and will allow me to give examples of real problems a...

...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...

...might guess I am an avid reader. I am on a trivia team that has won several contests. I also play guitar and chess, the latter of which I teach children to play in an after-school program. More than anything, I love to share information and ideas, find new ways to approach problems, and seek...

...a full time job. I would run into many rodblocks, and there would be no clear solutions. I would be very frustrated if I didn't understand the subject, and, a lot of times, there was no one there to help me. The key is to keep trying and don't give up. Mostly, don't be afraid...

...at my community lake and then providing tutoring services in high school as a National Honor Society member. Encouraging and engaging others with kindness, compassion, and joy is my daily goal. Professionally, I have taught third, fifth, and sixth grades in public elementary schools, middle and high school English and literature in private schools, and...

Knowledge is a power that everyone should have access to. It is my goal to help empower as many as I can.