Award-Winning Tutors serving Buffalo Grove, IL

...Pre-Health track. As a result of my healthcare background, I have countless experiences in science courses but I am most passionate about Math. Mathematics has always been one of my stronger skills with emphasis on Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Statistics. I am currently studying for the GRE which allows me to review these concepts every day. As a Kinesiology major, these skills are essential to me when conducting research and I am constantly reviewing these...

I'm an actuary born and raised in Illinois. I went to school in Chicago and majored in Applied Mathematics. I have learned the value of learning the lessons of those that have traveled paths before me. I hope to carry their tradition. For fun, I play strategy games and ultimate frisbee.

...mentorship and assistant teaching roles in formal and informal learning spaces. I have spent a considerable amount of time providing college access, reading, math, and writing support to high school students, but I also have experience working with K-5 and college students. Out of all the subjects I have taught, I am most passionate about teaching reading/writing and college access. As a first-generation college student, my path to attending university was not straightforward, and as...

...toward helping that department in the Educational Field. I love tutoring because it gives me one on one time with a student to make sure they can produce success in their classroom. I have taught for 3 years! I tutor K-8 students in Reading and Math. I also sing and can teach the basics of music. My tutoring style is simple: to enable your student to independently find a solution to their problem(s). Upon engaging...

I am an experienced tutor in English, composition, reading, and social studies. I am available to tutor levels from elementary through college.

...explain concepts to make them understandable for students. I also tend to get very enthusiastic about the subject at hand. It is my strong belief that they key to success in academics is true understanding. When a student understands why something works, memorization becomes a tool that is only rarely needed. Students who understand concepts can also tackle complex and challenging questions with confidence. As a tutor, I work to ensure that my students fully...

...a subject, it was time to learn something new. These results didn't stem from rigorous rote learning. Too often, educators focus on raising test scores with tips and tricks, forgetting to acknowledge that the students taking those tests are individuals. How can you expect a student to do well on a standardized test when that student feels like they're "no good" at that subject, and no one has shown them otherwise? And the number of...

...life long learner with the goal of becoming a professional educator in the Probability and Statistics. My main interests lie in Statistics and how they jointly afford our ability to engage in speculative thinking. Outside my position as a tutor, I'm working as a data analyst. Tutoring allows me the opportunity to not only promote this drive and enthusiasm in the student but to also learn from the experience and become a more capable educator.

...love all kinds of book ranging from mysteries to biographies. I also enjoy running, yoga, and walking around the city. My home is just a couple of blocks from Wrigley Field so one of my favorite summer activities is cheering on the Chicago Cubs! I also love to travel. I had the opportunity to study in South Africa while I was in college and even traveled to Dublin, Ireland this past year. I am looking...

...had the honor and privilege of working as a Peer Writing Tutor for DePaul University's Writing Center. I collaborated with both Undergraduate and Graduate students of all studies/disciplines on any writing-based projects, both personal and academic. I provided writing support to clients with the goal of helping them become even more successful writers in school and beyond. Currently, I am working as tutor in a freelance capacity. Over the past year, I have worked with...

Hi there, I'm Riley Mattice. I've been in the IT industry for almost 10 years now mostly helping people use technology. I am ready to pass my knowledge along to others willing to learn.

I am a tutor who is looking to help anyone, not just students, excel in their writing. This can vary from essays, projects, reports, speeches, anything you can think of that needs guidance, I want to be the one who can be of service and be of assistance! Born in Manhattan, New York then moved to Chicago where I reside for majority of my time, and graduated from the University of Ann Arbor.

I am currently finishing my M.A. in English at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. I am excited to help you reach your goals-- whether that is preparation for testing, or working towards a better grade in a troubling class. I can't wait to work with you!... Let's get to know each other! What are your goals for tutoring? What are your ambitions? Do you have a certain college in mind? How can I help you make...

I'm Elizabeth, a rising junior at Stanford University. I'm studying the History and Philosophy of Science with minors in Film Studies and Creative Writing. I love to learn and love to teach -- I work with students of all ages across many subjects!

...I taught Arabic in Chicago Public Schools for several years, and I also have teaching and tutoring experience with students from grades 3 through 12 in a wide variety of subjects. As an educator, my strengths include connecting with students and figuring out what helps them to become interested in what they are learning. Every student is unique, and the approach that I take in tutoring is to always look for innovative and creative ways...

...learning new languages and especially enjoy learning and teaching Spanish. In addition to studying Spanish in school for 9 years, during high school, I took private conversation classes for Spanish with a native Spanish-speaking instructor to improve my fluency. Last summer, I had the opportunity to briefly study abroad at a Spanish school in Santiago, Chile, in a homestay program. In addition to periodically tutoring my younger brother during his school year, I currently serve...

...the sky is the limit. I am a civil engineer and I use math every day at work. I use it to explain and define the characteristics and behavior of surface water and flooding. I have a Certified Therapy Dog named Kuku and she only has three legs. She is retired now but we used to visit patients in the hospital to cheer them up. Of course, everyone loves Kuku. My hobbies include hiking, cooking,...

...work and I developed a passion for it. I am currently studying at Elmhurst University with a double major in Applied Math and Physics. Some of my favorite subjects to tutor are calculus and differential equations since they are the most applicable. I have been tutoring for the past 2.5 years college students, and I have developed a variety of techniques. My philosophy consists of visual learning, e.g. plots and drawings, and realistic work problems.

...Computer Science student at Cornell University. I've worked one-on-one with peers and younger students to deeply understand subjects like algebra, calculus, and programming. I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and thinking out loud. I particularly enjoy tutoring math and computer science because I find satisfaction in breaking down problems and helping students develop logical, step-by-step approaches. Outside of academics, I enjoy building apps, working out, and gaming.

...University, I received a Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies. I am most passionate about history, writing, and the social sciences with extensive work in research and writing methods and am eager to help students harness their inner curiosity and creativity. I have experience in education as a teacher, working with K-5th graders, as well as tutoring experience with high school students. My number one priority is to help students understand themselves and...