Award-Winning Science Tutors in Prospect Heights, IL

...important to both demonstrate problem-solving techniques and then guide students to the point where they can work out the solution and enjoy that moment of insight. I feel like these strategies empower students to approach subject and test material on their own terms. In my spare time I am an avid reader and an aspiring...

...that information in a way that makes sense to them. My tutoring philosophy revolves around the Socratic method: namely, I try to help the student discover the subject 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....

...whatever homework they were assigned that day and we would work on it together until they not only finished it, but understood it and could replicate the work again on their own. I would often create new problems similar to the one they were assigned in order to have them practice more and make sure...

...PSAT. I am a firm proponent of peer-to-peer learning and the importance of a strong education. I hope not only to assist with your academic needs, but also to inspire critical thinking and challenge you to become a better student! Outside of my career pursuits and tutoring, I enjoy crocheting, painting, blogging and watching too...

...academic struggles as hurdles with simple and practical solutions rather than insurmountable hurdles. While I tutor in many subject areas, my passion and joy is in the sciences and mathematics. I have always seen education and learning as some of the most exciting and important opportunities in life, and I try to pass on this...

Working hard to help the future generations.

...around the concepts. After learning with me, you will be able to navigate any problem because you will know the subject backwards and forwards, from the ground up. I have three years of experience tutoring high school and college students algebra, calculus, SAT/ACT, physics and chemistry. I have a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin...

...Corps, and I am currently working with young adults with Aspergers at a social service agency. I have extensive experience tutoring and mentoring children, teenagers, and young adults, including those with developmental and/or learning disabilities. These experiences have taught me to approach every new student as a unique individual with her or her own slew...

I am a passionate problem solver and constant learner excited to help create connections, and convey concepts to those in need. I enjoy working with people to make measurable positive changes in their assessments.

...my degree in animation, I did acquire some unique skills and experiences in the realm of fine art and drawing. I started pursuing subjects that interested me and was specifically pulled toward the sciences. I was lucky to have had several exceptional teachers and their guidance inspired me to obtain a degree in Chemistry. It...