Award-Winning Trigonometry Tutors serving Elgin, IL

...learned to use the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutoring method with small groups of students. In addition to working with middle and high school students, I regularly tutored fellow undergraduates in Geology, Astronomy, and Oceanography classes. I tutor a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation. I am most passionate about earth science and...

...I organized and led study sessions, graded assignments, etc. At different points in my college career, I also worked as a mentor for Calculus 1-3 and a project manager for a higher level engineering course. Currently, I work as a derivatives trader in Chicago, so I'm constantly using and refining my knowledge of statistics, mathematics,...

...moved to New York to work for a youth organization called Serving Teens through Arts Resources, where I combined both my theatre and writing education to act, write and teach. Now in Chicago, I work as professional actor, producer, writer, and freelance tutor, upholding my values of effective communication and inspiration at the helm of...

...Engineering Department. I am passionate about teaching and mentoring and have done so in multiple capacities over the last four years, including a fellowship during which I taught pre-algebraic math to a group of middle school students from traditionally underserved backgrounds in Saint Paul, MN. I love interacting with students and seeing them grow over...

...comfortable, allowing them to better concentrate on the task at hand and be more receptive to learning. My excellent communication and social skills are invaluable in tailoring my approach to each individual. I consider myself a life-long learner and enjoy pursuing many other interests, including: soccer and disc golf, solving crossword puzzles, reading and watching...

...of ability and from grades 3rd - College. While tutoring I do my best to make sure you fully understand the material given. I am a firm believer that everyone can do math you just need to learn how. In my spare time I like to read comics and books, do DIY projects around the...

...Math and Science and I also have a love for history and the Social Sciences. I can teach pretty much anything except English, grammar and writing are just not for me. I like to focus on helping students to understand the concepts and then learn how to apply them not just to homework problems, but...

...a sophomore in UIC's GPPA Medical Scholars program. I am majoring in math and am dedicated to helping others get the valuable education they deserve. I love meeting new people and am excited to start tutoring some of my favorite subjects through Varsity Tutors and help my students achieve their academic and personal goals.

I'm a college-bound high school graduate soon to pursue a degree in Computer Science and a minor in Mathematics. I have a special love of Mathematics and love to help people love what they learn.

...myself! In fact, I earned an English Degree in addition to my Psychology BA because I enjoy reading and writing so much. I'm not just a book worm though. I'm a huge sports fan (especially for my Buckeye Football National Champs!), I'm a total gym rat, and I have the stereotypical love for all things...

...degree in math and an Illinois teaching certificate, I taught high school math for 5 years and tutored all sections of the ACT for a national standardized test preparation company. Now I'm a stay-at-home mom looking to tutor during the evenings and weekends. I have experience and enjoy working with all types of students, including...

Recent graduate from the University of Utah where I studied machine learning and gravitational lensing. I graduated with my master's in astrophysics and am currently pursuing a career in education.

empty... Relaxed and accommodating, but direct and impact-driven.... Get to know their background and the best way they retain information.... Provide self-prep materials, and evaluate their performance.... Show impact of results and progress.... Find alternative approaches, and practice.... Help them practice reading and understand main concepts.... Give them effective instruction, but also time.... Provide fun examples or real-life applications.

...and knowledgeable tutor with great experiences in mathematics, physics, and engineering. I am passionate about teaching problem solving strategies that best fit students strengths. I firmly believe that everyone can learn, and there is a learning strategy that is best for everyone. Having tutored at the college level in a variety of formats, I believe...

...that helped solidify my scientific knowledge. I am currently enrolled in the UIC PharmD program, and am going into my P2 year. During my time at UIC, I was also a TA in the Arabic department, and helped students navigate the difficulties of Arabic learning. My expertise in Math stems from my high school experiences....

Teaching, for me, represents the chance to help students and peers find their way to new understandings. This might be as simple as a better way to find "x" or as complex as the next great thesis on Shakespeare. In the end, it's all about finding the heat in whatever subject is being explored.

...the different concepts relate to each other in the bigger picture. The more important part is to critically think about the subject matter in other, more unfamiliar contexts. Also, in my math subjects, I seek to provide personal secrets in realms including quicker computation strategies, unique acronyms for certain rules, and other intuitive shortcuts.

...Atlanta, California, Connecticut, Michigan, and New York. I have worked with various ages from small children in elementary school to older persons returning back to college to obtain a degree. In my experience, many people struggle with STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), and sometimes they just need a different view to understand the...

Master of Financial Mathematics at University of Chicago. GRE Math 169. SAT Math Subject Test 800. 7 years in tutoring and teaching Mathematics, Chinese, Physics, Economics, Accounting and Programming to students from primary, middle, high school, and undergrads.

...notice that my knowledge on the topics had increased substantially and therefore my skills as a tutor increased even more. It is well known that the best way to know if you understand a topic is if you are able to explain it to others. Tutoring has allowed me to better understand my own topics...