Award-Winning Tutors in Merrillville, IN for Students in Special Education Programs

...students in a specialized program. I love bringing my clinical skills to my work as a tutor because it allows me to break skills down to their fundamental levels. Working with students to understand the concepts at play helps them to not only get the right answer but to understand the why. This skill based...

...with unique and different learning styles. I have also tutored ESL with Heartland Alliance. I graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana ( a few years ago) having studied Political Science and Biology. What else? I am the proud mom of two magnificent kids with learning disabilities. I also write slightly less informative reviews...

...graduate of The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I received my Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences. I have 2 years of experience working with learners with disabilities, specifically K-3. Additionally, I have worked Chicago Public Schools as a Paraprofessional, working with students with intervention plans (IEP) requiring 1:1 support.

...of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn strategies to succeed in their education and in life.... All students have the ability to learn, so the challenge, as a teacher or tutor, is to understand how the student learns best. Utilizing...

...learning. I'm dedicated to meeting each student where they are, building strong relationships, and creating a supportive environment where you can thrive. My approach is culturally responsive, and I tailor lessons to connect with your experiences and interests. Together, we'll set goals, overcome challenges, and celebrate your successes. I'm here to help you grow academically...

...of bright and talented students over the years, ranging from fifth grade to university level. I especially enjoy helping students with test prep and am qualified to teach all sections of the SAT and GRE, including math. I would also love to tutor in history, literature, and writing. Currently, I am earning my PhD in...

...from books or other people. These two things led me to a career in education and great experiences working with my students. The smile or sense of achievement I see on a student's face when they understand something for the first time or when they get a good result on a test or assignment is...

...Low Vision/Blindness from Illinois State University in May 2019. Upon graduation I worked as a teacher for 2 years in a self contained vision classroom where I taught all academic areas as well as vision. Presently I am working towards a masters degree in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy. My favorite academic areas to teach were math...

...I spent a year in Midwestern University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program, and decided to discontinue for personal reasons. I then worked as a sports medicine professional for two years across the Chicagoland area. I wanted to pursue higher levels of learning, and made the decision to go back to school, and am now in...

...my experiences: lifelong learner. As a lifelong learner, I am not only constantly learning about becoming the best teacher I can be, but also the best daughter, sister, partner, friend, etc. I want to be able to encourage others to then overcome obstacles that prevent them from being the best that they can be; sometimes,...

...Jewish Service 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...

...teaching students with a variety of needs. I can also tutor students through high school and college in History and Spanish as I hold degrees in both subjects from Columbia University. I am highly qualified to tutor Writing at all levels - from elementary to adult professional writing - as I have written two distinguished...

...fourth graders. Doing bus and lunch duty faithfully. The year 2025 is becoming much brighter for my six year old daughter and I! I will be starting online classes with cybersecurity, focusing on Sports broadcasting and this Summer going back my Masters as an Occupational Therapist. My daughter is chapter reading currently. I am most...

I am passionate about teaching and learning. It's exciting, challenging and rewarding to actively be a part of processes that foster academic, social, emotional and behavioral growth for children.

...am excited to see where this will take me. After 15 + years, I still get excited when entering the classroom at the beginning of the year. In the last few years, I have become more focused on creating partnerships with outside organizations to provide existential learning opportunities for my students. When not trying to...

...her tours Haley spent two years in New York City acting and tutoring, but in 2018 she relocated to Chicago in search of a change of pace-- and more trees. The pace in Chicago has proven to be just right (and the trees are abundant!), and Haley looks forward to spending many more years in...

...within the Learning Center have inspired me to obtain my Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement within my Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction. Teaching the content through highly effective modeling is another goal I have as an educator in the classroom. By accomplishing this goal in prior experiences, students have met the targets and expectations that I...

...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 nurtured. It is important for a teacher to model how all aspects of life is...

...makes tutoring effective. In addition to teaching the academics of the subject, I find it important to identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to...

...degree, I became a teacher in the Chicago area. I taught students of all abilities in elementary school for 5 years. While I was teaching, I also received my ESL endorsement and worked with many students learning English as a Second Language. Currently, I am in graduate school for speech-language pathology. I have been tutoring...