Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Chicago, IL

...40 years. For my Ph.D. dissertation, I used SPSS to analyze public opinion polls to identify the key drivers of why Americans voted the way they did in Presidential elections. I also used SPSS software to analyze election data for a number of papers I presented at conferences, including the Social Science Research History Association and American Historical Association conferences. In addition to being well versed in SPSS software and statistical analysis, am also a...

...a Varsity Tutor, I am also excited to share my study tips and tricks. It is hard to keep track of so many classes and projects! An organized workload always seems more manageable, and I am happy to help. Outside of tutoring, you can spot me running on the trail or enjoying some of Austin's awesome live music. Although I have Austin roots, I grew up in Portland, Oregon, and am enjoying being back in...

...a Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina, and a Bachelor of Science (psychology) from the University of Maryland. I enjoy teaching students practical research and writing skills, as these are transferable to all areas of life and professions. I strive to create a customized learning experience by identifying each student's unique learning style, ensuring that our time together is tailored to foster the most meaningful understanding and engagement. Aside from helping...

...This Read Aloud program involves local volunters taking time to read to students in order to encourage an interested in reading and education. I also volunteer at our local community center, where I serve as a tutor and mentor during open gym. I have consistently been studying for the LSAT while working full time at the DAs Office and part time as a real estate agent. Through my diligent studying, I have gained a very...

...who all have unique learning styles. My experience in the Learning Center has fostered greater ability to develop clearer directions, clearer expectations, and to be able to more strongly model what I wanted my students to learn and to produce in both world history and government. Personally, as a professional, I find it very important to involve myself in some of type of leadership or volunteer role in which I serve the community that allows...

...Political Science and Communications Studies. After completing my undergraduate degree, I moved to Chicago where I received a masters degree in teaching. I am currently a full-time special education teacher on the Southside of the city. I am passionate about literature, english, and history. I enjoy making science come to life for my students. There is no better way to master a subject than by immersing yourself in it. I believe education should be equitable...

...with spanish origins, but who was born and raised in Switzerland. I love to help people especially teaching them, as I am conviced we would live in a better world with a higher education level. In my opinion education has a huge effect on the social behaviour of each one of us. More educated people means less crime and more social values. I am blessed and very happy, if I can contribute something in this...

I believe that every student can master any subject if they are given the right tools. I specialize in reading comprehension, essay writing and research papers. I care deeply about the personal goals of my students, and love to watch my students' progress!

...highest honors PoliSci/Philosophy grad from Pepperdine University and published author on legal and political theory. I teach history, philosophy, political science and test prep, generally in the form of a socratic, question-based, student-led dialogue. I have about a year's worth of experience tutoring and enjoy working with students who are motivated to learn the material we'll cover, but who might be unsure how to start, or may need a boost to reach their full potential.

...young scholar, taking the mystery out of learning, engaging and opening young minds, watching students whether cognitively, economically and/or educationally challenged or gifted learn to eagerly embrace what they do know as opposed to what they don't know, there is no greater reward, personally or professionally. Once a student trusts you as a credible source of information it becomes infectious, instilling in a student a confidence, a voice, a tangible empowerment opening up a potential...

...of learning and spirit of intellectual inquiry with my students, in addition to helping them meet any academic goals they have. I believe that following one's interests is the best way to learn how to apply new skills and concepts, so I try to customize all of my lessons to each student I teach. I'm more focused on skill-building and strategizing, rather than rote memorization, to help students reach their academic goals, because I believe...

...and Mathematics skills. I am most passionate about Organic Chemistry although I enjoy teaching all other sciences as well. In my experience helping college students with Organic Chemistry, expressing complex ideas in a couple sentences or diagrams is the most rewarding part of my work since it yields the most excited responses. I am a firm believer in the 'growth mindset,' where a topic deemed difficult is one that will become easy with practice and...

...finance, business, and test preparation, particularly for the SATs and college essay writing. I have found the most fun (and results) when teaching students to build strong foundations for future success, whether they're solving complex problems in math or crafting personal statements that reflect their unique stories. My approach to tutoring is very hands-on-learning and adaptability. I believe that every student learns differently, and I strive to tailor my sessions to each individual's needs, breaking...

I'm a seasoned educator who has been tutoring privately and professionally since I was undergraduate student at North Carolina State University. After taking 2+ years off (of tutoring) to do some adjunct teaching at a local college, I'm looking forward to once again working with K-12 students to provide supplemental learning assistance in various subjects and help families reach the educational goals set for their children. I look forward to meeting students and families!

...to meet them where they are at in their learning process and help them grow. I am a current programming teacher and am especially skilled in Scratch and Python. I believe all students can be successful and achieve their goals. I have over 17 years classroom teaching experience and over 10 of those years have been teaching computer science. I have two masters degrees with one in Educational Technology, and the other in K-12 Online...

...I have my BS from Loyola University Chicago in Biochemistry with Honors and a minor in Bioethics, graduating Magna Cum Laude, in the Interdisciplinary Honors Program. I am extremely passionate about all things science, human anatomy and processes, and writing/reading! I have been tutoring since I was a sophomore in high school and have worked with many students in a plethora of subjects, including but not limited to: biology, chemistry, physics, math, writing, reading, etc.

...in Bilbao, Spain, investigating international financial systems during the 2007-08 Financial Crisis. I had my first taste of teaching as an ESL volunteer as an undergraduate. I knew I had a passion for instructing; so while a student, I worked as a Teaching Assistant and later a Graduate Assistant for undergraduate courses. Don't let my Irish-American name fool you, I have worked in Spanish, French, and Catalan at the professional level. I plan to pursue...

...degree in Psychology, but in her time at school she enjoyed studying a wide range of topics, such as Religion, Spanish, and (her true love) Theatre. Haley pursued this love after graduating from college, touring with multiple children's theatre companies, and teaching theatre to and performing for young people across the country. After her tours Haley spent two years in New York City acting and tutoring, but in 2018 she relocated to Chicago in search...

...allowing for analysis and questioning that is more authentic and effective for that student's understanding of a concept. This is an approach to learning that I picked up while working in Austin, and have used ever since, making learning situations more enjoyable in the moment and more likely to stick around after the immediate need for that knowledge. For me, I am always relating a new concept or topic back to what I know about...

...and tutor, and I am capable of working with students from varied academic backgrounds. My specialties are academic writing and college essay preparation, critical reading skills, study skills and organization, and middle and high school level math. I have also successfully self studied for the LSAT, scoring in the 98th percentile on my first sitting and would love to share my tips and strategies with you through LSAT tutoring. Looking forward to getting started!