Award-Winning STAAR Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...Master of Arts and a Master of Education in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education. My undergraduate studies were completed at Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in History and a Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language and English Interpreting. I have taught (in New York City) preschool, kindergarten, 1st, 5th and special needs as well as working as an aide in grades 2,4,6,7 and 8. This has allowed me to familiarize myself...

My name is Sharon, and I have been an educator for over fifteen years. I am passionate about education. I enjoy using innovative techniques to incorporate skills that will be useful to my students. My goal is to enhance each student's learning and help them rise to a higher level. Some of my hobbies are cooking (I'm a foodie), reading, and going on nice walks or scenic drives.... My teaching philosophy is that every student should...

...Education, English as a Second Language, and Middle Grades Science. As a teacher, I use hands-on activities, test taking strategies, and vocabulary review games to increase student achievement. I understand the importance of making learning engaging and effective. I specialize in working with students with learning differences, specifically in Science, Math, and English/Language Arts. I have experience in teaching language arts and math in preparation for the state tests as well as in summer school. Because...

...ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid." Albert Einstein I graduated from Sarah Lawrence College in New York and received a BA. Sarah Lawrence offered a unique experience as it did not place students in boxes or categories. I was free to take classes in a variety of subjects. I was also encouraged to submit assignments in creative ways. My experience at Sarah Lawrence greatly influenced...

...Diego State. I've always loved puzzles and problem solving, so naturally math and science have always been my strong suits. As a matter of fact, Calculus was, and still is, my favorite subject. As an Engineer I am also well grounded in Physics and Chemistry. I've always been a good test-taker and I know what it takes to get the grades. I know that it can make a huge difference to have some one-on-one help....

...majored in Business and Interpersonal Communications. I then went out into the business world for a decade before earning my Master's Degree at the University of Phoenix here in Dallas. I have tutored students as young as 4-5th grade, and college students too, but my main concentrations have been with grades 7-12. I worked with 36 high school seniors who could not pass the TAKS Tests a few years back, and was able to get...

My teaching background includes 15 years experience with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade Dual Language students. I am fluent in English and Spanish and have a excellent record of achievement when it comes to the STAAR Reading, Math, Writing and Science tests.

I am committed to seeing a love of literature and a rise in literacy rates among young people. I believe that every child is able to be successful in their lives and that reading is a tool that will help to get them there.

...Louis, Missouri. I earned my Master's degrees in language and literacy and special education at Kaplan University in Davenport, Iowa. I earned my reading specialist certification at the University of Missouri St Louis. I have over 20 years of experience working with students in the general education and special education settings. I have over 10 years experience tutoring students. With regards to tutoring, I have worked with students in small groups, individually, face-to -face and...

I am a native New Yorker currently teaching 7th grade middle school math in Houston as a third-year teacher. I am certified to teach all general subjects, 4th grade through 8th grade, and have experience prepping students for Math STAAR. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Middlebury College (Vermont) and have multiple experience tutoring students in elementary school through high school.