Award-Winning Tutors serving Boystown, IL

...and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn strategies to succeed in their...

...college I played on a soccer team and I danced with the dance majors ( I adore dance!). My first passion in school was studio art, therefore, I have experience in drawing, painting and ceramics. I would love to hear from any student who has any further questions and thinks I may be the perfect...

...the student to build a foundation for further learning outside of my sessions. Along with my mission, I bring with me my experience as a YMCA camp counselor. I spent summer 2012 guiding and leading 10-15 children, ages 5-12, at summer day camp while finishing my final two courses to complete my Economics degree at...

...believe in a constructivist approach to learning, and will act as a guide for the student to learn, explore and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning, and will hinder their progress, so I make it a point to provide discussion-based instruction, where the student has an active role in his/her own learning....

...their errors and give suggestions on key words or problem structures that improved their performances in later practice tests. Past students have commended me for my ability to explain concepts clearly and concisely while being patient and engaging at the same time. I find great fulfillment in helping build younger students to their full potential...

...a BA in Philosophy in 2009. In May of 2014, I received my JD from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. I tutor Reading, Writing, History, Public Speaking, Standardized Test Prep, and am available to help with the college application process. Prior to law school, I assisted in the developing of curriculum for a homework...

...My favorite part about teaching is trying to convey to my students how I think through a problem and adapting that to their learning process. I think I am talented at helping people understand topics by explaining each step, as necessary, to demonstrate how to go about solving a problem. My education has provided me...

...love teaching and it makes me so happy to see students engaged and learning! A well-rounded education is so important in fostering independent thinking. I also have experience tutoring and mentoring through programs within my university, specifically with the Honors College and Women in Science and Engineering (WISE). I've mentored one-on-one, as well as in...

...go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for the experience of taking the test itself, so that when the day comes, they are confident and prepared to tackle whatever challenges rise up before them. The way that I teach generally falls in line with the way that I learn best myself:...

...is utilized by that student. Once I motivate that student to want to learn more about the subject matter, it is a matter of time before my student masters that topic and want to learn about another topic. It is a great confidence booster and a lesson for life. The student believes that if they...

...middle school math. My favorite subjects are Math and Science. I believe that every student can learn and it is my job as an Educator to present information to them in the best way possible. My strengths as a tutor are in my ability to simplify and explain information to students of all levels. When...

...of the peer tutoring program at my high school, and during college, I tutored fellow students in math and science classes. More specifically, I specialize in high school and college-level math/science courses: algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus, physics and chemistry. Test prep for ACT, SAT, GMAT and GRE are also included. I'm extremely patient and...

...the written word, among other subjects. I discovered the joys of teaching as a volunteer tutor to local high school students, helping my tutees fine-tune essays, read critically, and digest core historical and political concepts. After identifying gaps in learning, I guide my students in a patient and individualized manner so that they can achieve...

...am the director of counseling services at an agency that serves the homeless, where I spend most of my time training and teaching staff and clients. I believe service to others is one of the highest callings, and want to pay my success forward. For fun, I like to read, play soccer, chill out with...

...and process of learning by itself, they will find they are rarely disappointed with their academic results. Although my degrees are in Chemistry, I really enjoy tutoring physics and statistics. Those two subjects are notorious for producing a fair amount of anxiety in students, so I relish in showing how manageable physics and statistics can...

...of them with math, in another language! It was by far the most enjoyable year of my life. The sense of satisfaction and fulfillment resulting from positively affecting the educational experiences of my students was truly remarkable and unforgettable. I firmly believe that learning should be enjoyable and fun. And it definitely can be! I...

...understanding in the theoretical background, having the right mindset, and through practice, chemistry can become easy to understand and conquer and I greatly enjoy seeing students become confident in that subject. The most vital aspect of tutoring is being able to identify the student's strongest study skills and having them give their best by being...

...mathematics accessible and appropriately challenging for all students. Every student is different, and I pride myself in my ability to tailor my lessons and methods of instruction to meet each student's individual strengths and needs. It is my personal goal to make kids see that math is interesting, not scary, and that it is OK...

...tutor in Spanish one and two, and Mathematics from Elementary Math to Calculus one. When tutoring I like to make lessons relatable to the student I am tutoring to help them stay interested in the topic at hand. In my free time, I like to explore the city, volunteer, and dabble in photography.

...Moreover, as long as the student really does want to master the material, even lofty goals are reachable given enough time and a breakdown of the material into small pieces. When both parties are willing to put in effort, it’s hard to fail. And if the student doesn’t truly want to learn the material, then...