Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Lockport, IL

...name is Ben. English is my native language, though I grew up in Prague, Czech Republic, and have lived in China and West Africa. Having studied several foreign languages and taught English internationally, I understand why people have problems learning English. In Prague I learned Czech, and studied Spanish and German. I received my B.A....

...a great way to help students be more enthusiastic and confident about specific subject areas. Currently, during weekdays, I'm working in downtown Chicago as a paralegal for a major international law firm. Weekends are the only times I can commit to tutoring. In my free time, I enjoy watching sports, cooking, traveling, and photography.... I believe in making subjects approachable to students by making them comfortable both with the material I'm teaching and with me as...

...you can master any subject with the right effort and encouragement. This belief is not a fairy-tale! I’ve had to master and successfully re-teach my friends and peers a wide range of subjects. There are not any secret tricks or short-cuts; you only need a willing pupil and instructor who is able to adjust their...

...passionate learner. I recently graduated from the doctoral program in Anthropology at the University of Arizona. I love what I do and I love to learn. I believe its important to be well-educated on a variety of subjects, to always be learning and open to new experiences, and to speak as many languages as you...

...a student learn like personal attention. The ability to assess and react on a one-on-one basis can prevent the largest pitfall of all; boredom. By adjusting one's teaching style to match a student's learning style, the information can flow smoothly, as can a passion for the subject. Achieve this, and learning becomes not only empowering...

...a recent graduate at UIS with two bachelors degrees in Political Science and Psychology. I have a passion for US History, Government, and Politics. I want to be able to help students in any field to understand their coursework better and find their own interests and passion in the work that they are doing. I...

...younger brother to my years of informal tutoring experience, I have developed the skills necessary to help others become successful. I enjoy the genuine process of developing a relationship with someone and cultivating that relationship, whether it be academic, personal, or professional. I enjoy working with others towards a common goal and helping all parties...

...LPC. I hold certifications in crisis prevention intervention, reading & literacy instruction, and behavioral analysis. Throughout my career I have supported students 1:1 as an executive function coach and academic tutor, trained professionals in the field of education on executive functioning and effective instruction for supporting diverse learners, provided behavioral therapy to individuals diagnosed with...

...recently graduated from the University of North Texas with a bachelor's in journalism. I graduated with summa cum laude honors and completed two minors and a legal studies certificate. My love for teachings stems from my experiences as an educational mentor. I love teaching high school and middle school students in writing and other topics...

...students gain a fuller understanding of math and become successful in their math classes. I'm a certified math teacher for middle school and high school. I have 16 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I can explain math concepts in various different ways in order to help each unique student succeed.

...in a family of Sicilian and Irish immigrants, I loved any opportunity to hear about a family member's background. Throughout my school days, I developed a passion for the study of history and particularly the themes of conflict and identity. As language is closely related to historical studies, I began studying Mandarin Chinese during my...

...raised in Silverton, Oregon, Haley attended Cornell College in Iowa where she worked as a Biopsychology tutor. She graduated magna cum laude from Cornell with a 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...

...from the greater Chicago area, and I am a senior at DePaul University studying Computer Science and Game Development. While programming is exciting to me, one of my other passions is teaching the math and science subjects that accompany Computer Science. I learned very early on that it wasn't the material that was most essential...

...Learning should include examples of how you apply learning to life. I have taught all grade levels and most subjects. I find students learn best when motivated by meaning and applicability. I believe in active learning. When teaching, my philosophy is to embed thinking skills and common sense modeling, to teach students how to utilize...

...the qualities of a great teacher include accountability, creativity, and exceptional management skills. Students' views of education are shaped by their early experiences in school. A teacher is one of the first people to develop a child's passion for knowledge. Students enjoy the learning experience when they feel their academic curiosity and well being are...

...is Vanessa, and I would love to be your tutor! 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...

...for viewing my profile. I am a licensed and board certified elementary school teacher with fifteen years of experience in regular and special education. I am a mother of two children with special needs. I currently am the teacher for a private homeschool family. This unique schedule allows me the flexibility to tutor at various...

...lifelong student but I love both teaching and learning! I think learning is best done on an individual level and am thrilled to help students find their own path to success. I have degrees in Political Science and Russian and have real-life experience with both. Additionally, I will be attending the University of Chicago Law...

...university while I was in undergrad, and I helped students with history and intro level science. I worked with many students who were very far behind in their course work, and I helped them engage with material while figuring out the learning strategy which would work best for each student. I am currently working on...

...have my Bachelor of Arts in Sports Science, Exercise Science. After I graduated, became a Pre-School Teacher on March 25, 2015. The following ages three- to five-year-old. I have experience working with children who have autism. In 2019, I received my Substitute License from the IL State Board of Education. After three long years working...