Award-Winning SSAT Tutors in McHenry, IL

...have a B.A. degree in Elementary Education from Millikin University with a middle school endorsement in Math. I have a Master's degree from Concordia University in Curriculum and Instruction and have completed classes toward a certification in special education. My passion is Mathematics. I believe instilling confidence in my students is the key to their...

...to utilize the spoken and written word is essential to function in society and that there is no limit to what can be achieved with strong communication skills. My teaching philosophy is that any student can learn and that education does not have to be boring! Teaching requires discovering the student's strengths and passions and...

...begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and...

...I have tutored both peers and younger students. My students have included special education, gifted, English Language Learners, music/arts students and students with disabilities. I have tutored math up to Calculus AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for GRE, ACT, SAT as well as state-mandated...

...until I began volunteering in a third grade classroom that I was sure I wanted to pursue education as a career. Since making this decision I have had experience with students of all ages. I taught weekly lessons to 2nd and 4th graders during the first year of my program at Vanderbilt and then student...

...years of classroom teaching experience from 2nd-5th grades. I have also tutored students from first grade through college level. Additionally, I have a Master's degree from Christian Brothers University with a reading specialist license track. My undergraduate degree is from Vanderbilt University in which I majored in elementary education and sociology. I have experience working...

...each stage of the video. The final product was amazing, and I was very proud of them. When I am not working, I love to swim. For the last two years, I have been a dedicated member of the Evanston Wildcat Maters Swim Team and won “Most Improved Female Swimmer of the Year.” Also I...

...encouragement and fun. I truly believe that helping students acquire the skills to be lifelong learners and helping them to see how education along with their personal interests makes them a valuable asset to society, is the foundation to great teaching. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and trying new things, baking, singing, and...

...areas so far, but I do my very best to help my students succeed in every way possible, no matter the subject. My teaching style is very hands-on and involved. I begin by assessing which way a student learns best and then tailor the material to fit their learning needs. As their skills and knowledge...

...the process of learning and want to share my love of learning with my clients. Additionally, I was fortunate to study abroad in Madrid for five months and have minored in Spanish. My hobbies include writing, dance and music. My goal as a tutor is to create individualized plans to target strengths and weaknesses and...