Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Westchester, IL

...with K-5 and college students. Out of all the subjects I have taught, I am most passionate about teaching reading/writing and college access. As a first-generation college student, my path to attending university was not straightforward, and as a result of everything I had to learn (and unlearn), I am determined to support students in...

...it's my job to adapt my teaching approach to meet your needs. My goal as a tutor is to help you achieve your academic goals and develop a love for learning that will last a lifetime. Outside of teaching, I enjoy playing guitar and running, and I'm always looking for new ways to learn and...

I am a very passionate learner and I would be delighted to share that love for learning to other students. My empathetic mindset, work ethic, and persistence for success is what I value most about myself and how it can positively impact others.... My philosophies behind teaching are that there is not a single method to learn a subject, but multiple approaches to learning it. My belief is that using all the resources acquirable will lead...

...approach towards tutoring. It's important to me to get to know a student, so I can best support their learning style and align learning with their interests. My teaching style is collaborative; I want students to feel in charge of their own learning. I am a graduate of Northwestern University with experience working with elementary...

...give student context for the material they're working on. I believe that if a student understands the importance of a given subject and why they need to learn it, then learning will feel more relevant and students will become more engaged. Most importantly though, I never want my students to be afraid to ask questions!

...in Nashville, Tennessee. After that I moved to China and worked at Nanjing Medical University for three years, teaching Spoken English, English Writing, and American/Western Culture, while studying Mandarin on the side. Tutoring is one of the most satisfying things I've done. I take an interest in my students, and it's important to me to...

...human disease, global health, and a minor in French. I love reading, traveling, learning and helping others learn! I have experience tutoring high school and elementary school students in math, science, and English and I love tutoring in each subject equally. Eventually, I see myself going to medical school and researching topics related to viral...

...successful school career, and I want to share that with all students. Education is empowering, and every student deserves to feel intelligent. Outside of tutoring and college, I love to read. I'm a big fan of fantasy novels and Harry Potter, but I also like classics such as Dickens' books. I play French Horn and...

...as the school principal for 16 years. I have taught all of the grades from preschool through grade eight. I also provided literacy themed professional development with teachers with Concordia University. I am currently teaching literacy classes at Depaul University. I believe learning about a child, and their skills, is key to creating targeted, differentiated...

...I've spent the past two years working as a lead teacher in an early pre-k classroom, first as a lead in a ten 24-36 month olds at a private family-owned center and now as a co-lead in a classroom of ten 15-36 month olds at a local community center. I believe we should be lifelong...

...degree at Jackson State University. I am a Louisiana licensed attorney with a JD from Southern University Law Center, and am currently studying for the Illinois Bar Exam. I am happily married with four sons, two of whom have special needs (Autism and Downs). I have a proven track-record of presenting complex topics in an...

...environment in which a student truly enjoys their studies. My teachers went out of their way to make those classes fun and engaging, and I want to do the same for any student that I instruct. When not teaching, I enjoy going to the museums around my city, reading both fiction and nonfiction, thrifting, and...

...most passionate about English, Literature, and Drama. I am a strong believer in the importance of education, and I truly strive to instill a genuine curiosity and desire to learn in my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading Shakespeare, trying different types of tea, and playing with my dog, a yellow lab named...

...individual academic needs (or those of your child), and my expertise in Reading, Writing, Spanish and Literature, cultivated over a rigorous academic career, renders me an ideal candidate to help YOU with whatever you might need. I have no preconceived agenda other than listening to your specific needs (or those of your child), and catering...

...and have a middle school endorsement in Social Studies. I love teaching, learning, and helping students do a little bit of both. I am passionate about politics and education. I am a big sports fan. I intensely root for my teams and defend my beloved Bulls. In my spare time, I love to do yoga,...

...learning in general. I am currently studying pure mathematics and political science at DePaul University. I have been a tutor for four years now! I love helping students achieve their goals and gain confidence in their abilities. I am especially passionate about helping students learn to appreciate and comprehend math and its importance.

...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...

...6-12. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny with younger children ages 10 months-8 years old and everywhere in between! As a nanny I have gathered skills to have fun with children as well as providing them with educational resources. I believe strongly in the autonomy and passion that children have and I...

...and help with study habits in general. I have been a tutor with "Erie House Neighborhood House" for 5 years where I tutor students from the 6th grade to 12th grade. I have also worked after school, in a CPS school, with students from the 5-8th grade. I am a native speaker of Spanish and...

...tutor a variety of subjects, one of my favorites is mathematics. I love teaching this subject because its concrete and builds problem-solving skills. I think that education is one of the most important facets of life since it directly shapes our future. With this in mind, I attempt to teach my students to the best...