Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

...with any student, regardless of their mathematical background and ability, and I strongly believe that deep understanding of abstract mathematical concepts is attainable by anyone - all thats needed is curiosity and willingness to learn. That being said, its part of my goal as a tutor to not only impart knowledge and understanding, but to also spark interest and instill confidence. I know first-hand the distress and feeling of being lost that can come with...

I have worked with students in elementary school to college. I am adaptable to different learning styles, as no two students are alike, and I can help students with skills such as memorization, time management, and studying. I look forward to helping students succeed in all of their academic endeavors.

...and I study at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. The best feeling in the world to me is helping other people reach their dreams by conquering barriers like testing that stand in their way. I believe that the process of learning precedes the end goals-- that means that I focus on teaching students how to learn and to autonomize problem solving skills and processes they can apply to all problems rather than...

Hi everyone! My name is Anna, and I'm a student at Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT. I'm primarily a writing tutor, though I'm also proficient in English, social theory, and US and European history. I absolutely love to help folks unlock their potential. Everyone's a good writer, even if they don't know it yet! Keep your eyes peeledI'll be in New York this summer for in-person tutoring!

...I am a huge advocate for not understanding just how to solve the problem, but realizing why we are doing the steps in order to achieve the final solution. Not only am I trying to get the person to understand the problem, but teaching how to be a creative and independent thinker when approaching an unknown question. Outside of dancing, tutoring, and teaching I love to play sports such as soccer and volleyball, as well...

...graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology with an independent study major focusing on Mathematics and Game Design. In the past, I have assisted my younger sibling in learning math, and often helped my peers during group assignments. While I specialized in teaching mathematics, I can tutor most high school level subjects, especially those related to the SAT or ACT. My teaching style will be adapted to an individual student's needs. For example, with a kinesthetic learner,...

...tutoring, working towards full understanding in the material and practice is key. A little about me... I am a college student at the University of Illinois at Chicago double majoring in biology and political science. As someone who went to large high school, I understand that it falling behind and dropping from where you want to be can happen in an instant. That is why I chose tutoring; it is fulfilling opportunity to help someone...

...research chemist at Northwestern University with ten years of experience as a tutor, teacher, or mentor. I have experience tutoring collegiate physics, calculus, and chemistry. I have also taught introductory college chemistry courses (both as a TA and head instructor). I am best suited as a chemistry tutor since I am a chemist by training. However, I also enjoy tutoring physics and math. I try to promote a growth mindset in my tutoring sessions and...

I was introduced to VT by a friend. I love interacting with students and share my knowledge with them, watch them learn subjects and succeed. I enjoy the results that we get out of our shared effort.