Award-Winning Tutors from City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College
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I am currently a current student at Northeastern Illinois University to obtain my BA in accounting. I have obtained my AA at Olive Harvey in Business.I have been working with children as a nanny/tutor for over 7 years. I have worked with children from age 4 to high school seniors.I have tutored all elementary subjects, but math is my favorite subject to tutor in because I once hated everything about it until I found a way to excel in it.I am the most flexible tutor there is. I always assess where the student's strength is and use it to help them where they may need some improvement.Outside of academia, I enjoy going to the park with my children and 5 month old dog. I love singing and writing poetry. Overall I connect with all the students I have worked with because I am truly a friendly person and very patient.

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medicine.
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the first-generation and low-income student community as the Outreach Chair of the Quest+ Scholars Network, and getting involved with the Society of Women Engineers' outreach committee. I currently hold a work-study position as an administrative clerical aide in the Institute of Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern and was an undergraduate researcher in the John Rogers Lab. As I look forward with aspirations of applying to graduate school, areas of research in biomedical engineering and biotechnology that I am particularly interested in include biomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and drug delivery systems. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy learning on my own and sharing my experience and knowledge with my peers and other students. I hope to make use of my experiences with academics and learning in high school and so far in my undergraduate career in order to effectively tutor students who may be experiencing the same struggles in learning that I also experienced.
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Tutors who graduated from Olive-Harvey College understand the institution's curriculum, teaching style, and academic expectations firsthand. They've navigated the same courses and challenges you're facing, which means they can offer practical insights into what instructors emphasize and how to succeed in specific classes. This direct experience makes their guidance more relevant and actionable than generic tutoring.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have demonstrated expertise in their subject areas and proven success at Olive-Harvey College. Many have completed advanced coursework, earned degrees, or continued their education beyond their time at the college. All tutors are vetted to ensure they can provide high-quality, personalized instruction tailored to your needs.
Tutors with Olive-Harvey College backgrounds excel in core subjects including mathematics, English, sciences, and business courses that are central to the college's curriculum. Many also specialize in developmental education, test prep, and college-level study skills—areas where their direct experience with the college's programs is particularly valuable. When you connect with Varsity Tutors, you can specify your subject and find a tutor with relevant expertise and institutional knowledge.
Your first session is an opportunity to discuss your academic goals, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve. A tutor will assess your understanding of the material, ask about your learning style, and create a personalized plan to help you succeed. This foundation ensures that every subsequent session is focused and productive, building on your specific needs rather than following a generic approach.
An alumnus tutor understands the college's grading standards, course structure, and what professors expect—knowledge that can directly improve your performance. Beyond academics, they can offer mentorship about navigating college life, managing coursework, and planning your path forward. This combination of subject expertise and lived experience at your institution creates a more supportive, informed learning relationship.
In a classroom, instruction is designed for 20-30+ students with varying needs, which means you might move too fast or too slow for your learning pace. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction adapts entirely to you—your pace, your questions, and your learning style. A tutor can spend as much time as needed on concepts you find challenging and skip ahead on material you've already mastered, making every minute of tutoring count.
Contact Varsity Tutors and let us know your subject, academic goals, and any preferences about tutor background. We'll connect you with a qualified tutor who attended or graduated from Olive-Harvey College and has expertise in your area. From there, you can schedule your first session and begin personalized instruction designed to help you succeed.
Many students notice improvement in understanding and confidence within the first few sessions, especially when tutoring is focused and consistent. More significant gains in grades and test scores often appear within 4-6 weeks of regular tutoring, depending on your starting point and how frequently you meet. The key is consistency—regular sessions with a tutor who understands your institution and learning needs compound over time.
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