Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Glen Ellyn, IL

...college essays, projects, reading comprehension, new skills or approaches to reading or writing, outlining, brainstorming, sentence structure and more. In each session, we'll go over topics and skills such as brainstorming, web diagraming, thesis writing, outline organization, show don't tell, supporting details, seamless transitions, sourcing and citing and genuinely, conversationally piecing all the points together...

...I began tutoring a local middle school student in my area and started to receive more inquiries, leading me to Varsity Tutors. I prefer to tutor one on one; Doing so allows me to focus on one student, making sure they understand the material being taught. Not everyone learns the same way, which is why...

I am a Senior at Illinois Institute of Technology. I major in physics and astronomy and minor in political science. I'm curious, creative, and passionate about learning and mentorship; helping every star shine bright! I adored the 3 years I have spent tutoring students ages 5-50 in subjects ranging from computer science to swimming!

...with students I work with! I believe that learning can and should be fun. Through my work educating high school students on current affairs and public policy, I have developed a passion-based approach to teaching that adapts to each individual students needs and learning style. I am excited to work with students to strengthen their...

My goal is to make sure the student will understand the material and to be successful in the classroom while being an independent thinker.

...extensively, got my masters in Occupational Therapy, and tutored English and writing to students of all ages. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing and basic math. In my experience helping struggling students with initiating essay writing, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable...

...I came to teaching out of my own struggles in school. When I was in grade school all the way through high school...no one discussed "diverse" learning, "alternative" learning styles or "student-oriented" learning. There was one way to learn...and I just did not fit into the "classical" learning mold. I have dedicated myself to being...

...Master's at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts. Since graduation, I have worked for Cengage Learning and have substituted at both private and public schools in the Chicago area. I believe strongly in independent learning and in fostering a student's passion for knowledge. Together, we will formulate a plan that best fits the student's needs and interests....

...a math problem; however, many teachers are negligent of other possible ways of solving a problem due to the lack of time in class, thus they only present one method of solving a problem. Not every student can solve a problem using the same method; I have become aware of this as many of classmates...

...with middle school students. After graduating I ran an after school program that provided career mentorship opportunities for 7th graders. There, I tutored my students in Common Core subjects. I understand that middle school students are well on their way to becoming independent adults, and I'm passionate about developing creative strategies to fit that unique...

...been working there for over eight years. I have fortunately been nominated and featured for a staff spotlight story for COD outlining my experiences and endeavors throughout my 8-year career. If you would like to read or know more, please let me know. I am an avid linguist who speaks English natively, fluent Spanish and...

...lived with a host family and soaked in the culture, like a slice of baguette bread mopping up a delicious sauce. My tutoring style is direct but not overbearing: I know how to direct students to the right answer, but I will do so through leading questions, providing examples, or referencing rules or conventions that...

...My academic journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of cognitive and developmental psychology, allowing me to tailor my tutoring methods to meet the diverse needs of learners. The subjects I like teaching the most are English, writing, social sciences, data science, FAA exams, biology and applied Mathematics from previous experience. I also love...

I am a recent graduate from Purdue University. I have a Bachelor's of Science in Accountancy and a minor in Economics. I can provide tutoring services in accounting courses. I am a patient tutor who strives to make complex information easily understood.

...My goal as a teacher is to unlock that potential and help my students become confident and independent readers and writers. My approach is grounded in the Orton Gillingham method, which is a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly effective because it is tailored...

I recently graduated from the prestigious University of Chicago studying Germanic and Global Studies. I am therefore fluent in German, am well versed in the requirements of English language writing and in research skills. I have experience teaching children and adults, and I'm excited to share my knowledge with all of you!

...achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time,...

...is about a lot more than studying, tests, and knowledge. I believe the interpersonal relationship involved with teaching greatly benefits both parties. Learning is fundamental to life- and turning otherwise cumbersome and difficult tasks like passing a hard class into a lightbulb moment is where I find my satisfaction. Turning such a familiar struggle into...

...I've garnered a lot of experience concerning the political process, both from an outside view and an internal view. However, I've now focused my sights on my first love: history. Since I was a little kid, I've always had a fascination with history. I enjoy seeing everything the past, present and future holds. I believe...

...economics. Throughout sessions I will always try to convey exactly how important it is to learn the information, because like it or not, even if the student is not interested in learning, I want to convey that in life we often are forced into tasks that are not always enjoyable. Whats important is to persevere...