Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Westchester, IL

...I graduated with degrees in English and Secondary Education, I served for five years in the United States Marine Corps as an Intelligence Officer. I recently left the Marine Corps and accepted a job at Simeon Career Academy in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood. I'm a dedicated professional who is committed to helping students achieve their goals....

...of subjects, but my favorite area to tutor is writing because it allows me to really get to know my students and see their unique perspective on a topic. My teaching method is very student specific. I talk to the student and figure out what learning style they work best with and I go from...

...English and Writing, Chemistry, and ACT prep. I have always been passionate about helping others more than myself, and I have proven that through the years and will never give up until my students understand the concept. I am a firm believer of taking my time with the student and taking the steps as slow...

...I have also participated as a student in ACT-prep classes to become better educated on useful test-taking strategies and tips. Relatedly, I am also willing to provide advice to younger high school or middle school students regarding how to adapt to college academics, or, in more general terms, college life. As a tutor, I believe...

...tend to use many analogies and consider my tutor sessions as "discussions." My overall goal is to provide a thorough explanation of difficult concepts, as well as make learning a fun experience for my students so that they're better motivated to learn in the future. Currently, I'm a 19-year-old undergraduate studying biology at Lewis University.

...lived in Spain for 4 months and am currently living in Costa Rica working on a 3D printed artificial leg. Through many years of classes and living abroad, my Spanish grammar is on par with, if not better than, my English grammar. I have tutored kindergarteners to grad students and everywhere between in a wide...

...what is required for simple regurgitation. When you are explaining a concept to someone it is all about that eureka moment in their eyes that says, "I really do have it." It is about giving students enough to further their own understanding without giving away the whole story. That style of learning is what drives...

...previous experience tutoring high school students in the subjects of algebra, calculus, chemistry, physics, writing, and essay editing. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am the most excited to teach in math and writing. When I am not tutoring or studying, I enjoy exploring the city of Chicago with my friends, trying...

As a nurse, online instructor and yoga teacher, tutoring has been part of my daily routine for many years. I feel learning is a lifelong wellness activity. Mastering any subject helps us stay active and engaged with life. Assisting others in maximizing their potential is my joy. I look forward to helping you move forward.

I enjoy the process of showing a student how a very few math rules has so much power the enables them to solve so many different types of problems.... Helping a student demystify math by getting them to see how using logic, overcoming their fear, and relying on even a small arsenal of math laws enables them to solve many more problems than they would expect.

...is why some students search for tutors or classmates to explain things differently than presented by their teacher. I can offer a different lens on the subjects I would like to offer help. I believe not every tutor is a great fit for every student. Most students will need to try a few tutors before...

...college graduate of Loyola University Chicago where I received a degree in Economics and Information Systems. While in college, I participated in a work study program tutoring K-8 refugee students where I eventually became a lead tutor. I am most passionate about Economics, English, and Standardize Tests. However, I enjoy tutoring Mathematics the most. My...

...I'm very excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I've been tutoring since I was fourteen years old, and being an older brother, I've also had countless experience tutoring my younger sister. I bring a positive and exciting attitude to my teaching style, and my main goal is always to ensure my client is learned and...

...after-school program. More than anything, I love to share information and ideas, find new ways to approach problems, and seek to understand the different ways people think about the world. My students describe me as patient, kind, and knowledgeable. I believe that dialogue is fundamental to learning, so I will be asking a lot of...

...passing on my love and knowledge of Science and Spanish. I have been tutoring or teaching in both subjects since college and I am excited to continue to do so after moving back to Illinois! I especially enjoy tutoring because it allows a closer connection with the student than in a large classroom setting. I...

I have been an educator for 8 years now. I love working with young people, because I find that they are always teaching me new things and helping to keep my brain fresh and my heart warm. I look forward to supporting students in getting stronger in reading and writing.

...me! Growing up, I also went to a lot of camps around the country. I was able to make great friends that I would have never been able to make else whereas the camp is a great time and provides the space for friends to become intimate and vulnerable. I was most recently a counselor...

...Louis, Missouri before moving to Chicago. I decided to move here because of the vast career opportunities in accounting. I became a tutor because I have always enjoyed helping my fellow classmates with their homework. My personal goal in tutoring is to not only aid students in learning material, but also teach them how to...

...in South Korea for five years, and have tutored all ages and ability levels in all core academic subjects. I moved back to the States in late 2015, and now recruit public school teachers for one of the largest urban, public school districts in the country, Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize...

...My first experience was teaching third and fourth graders in Chicago. I also was a substitute teacher for a few years. My favorite opportunity was teaching Chinese students English. I currently teach in the AVID program at a local middle school. I look forward to helping you improve your reading, writing, and English skills.