
Jack: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre

Julie: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...to share that with my students. In my experience students particularly enjoy (and benefit from) learning and exploring new cultures while learning the language itself. As the child of a teacher I am a strong believer in the importance of education and all of the opportunities it offers to students. I finished my MA in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Arts, French and Francophone Studies

Shivam: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...have a huge passion for math. I have loved and excelled at it since elementary school. I'm doing a minor in mathematics at college because I enjoy the subject so much. I try to make sure my students walk away with something from each session. I hold myself to high standards which constantly allows me...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Computer Sciense

Rebecca: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work

Daria: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them find their unique style. For test prep, I enjoy the English, Reading and Writing portions and try to help my students do the same. I believe the more a student enjoys something the easier it will be...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature

Matt: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
My name is Matt and I'm an Aerospace Engineer. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. While I was there I also received a math minor, which helps me understand math at a more basic level. In high school I worked as a tutor and enjoyed helping those students. I...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Molly: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...area foundation. 3. Impart test-taking skills and strategies necessary for school success. I teach with the tenets of the Common Core State Standards in mind. As such, I do not aim to teach "tricks" for getting the right answer. Rather, I aim to wholly ingrain the skills, strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education

Jenna: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...love it. My favorite is working with students who struggle in math and think they will never be successful. I love working with these students because I feel confident that I can present the material in simple, new ways that will make them feel GOOD at math in a way they may never have felt...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin Madison - Bachelors, History
harvard graduate school of education - Current Grad Student, school leadership

Zhaleh: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
My name is Zhaleh BassiriRad and I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering and Japanese at Carnegie Mellon University. I enjoy tutoring because I love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Karishma: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work with students. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a previously struggling student excel and to have helped them improve along the...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology

Ellie: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...or in their community. My time as a youth soccer coach and tutor of my little brother and his friends has further bolstered my love of teaching. Given my extensive experience and longtime passion for math and applied math subjects, I feel I can best help students seeking help in these areas, though I have...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Sonia: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...wanted to pursue graduate work or medicine; therefore, I did a one-year program at the University of Cincinnati where I received my Master's in Physiology. During my Master's program I fell in love with psychology and neuroscience and decided to pursue medicine. I am currently a second year at Creighton University School of Medicine. I...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Psychology
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine - Master of Science, Physiology

Marvin: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year. To have a struggling reader all of a sudden love reading and attack hard words never before tried is the best feeling in the world. I believe education should be fun, loving, inviting, challenging, and organized.... Every kid deserves a fun, loving, patient, and supportive tutor or teacher. That's what I strive to be.
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Yesha: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...each age group. More than that, what qualifies me for this job is that I am passionate about education. I have had a very successful school career, and I want to share that with all students. Education is empowering, and every student deserves to feel intelligent. Outside of tutoring and college, I love to read....
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Integrative Biology Honors/ Psychology

Meriam: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...University of Toronto in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to medical school. I have also been tutoring numerous subjects for over 10 years, including Math, French, and Biology. I truly believe that it is with individual attention helps maximize one's full potential. Tutoring has shown me that everyone has the ability to succeed...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology and French

Casey: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...I believe students' advancements in these subjects positively impact all other academic areas. Every student can build confidence in reading and writing, and have fun doing it. I see education as a collaborative effort and I work to bring my students' personal perspectives into our lessons. Watching a student learn new things is exciting,...
Education & Certification
Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Music History and Literature
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters, Musicology

Josephine: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
I am a Mathematics major at Loyola University Chicago, minoring in Statistics. I am continuing my education to get my Masters Degree in Statistics.
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Mathematics

Mark: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...learning, I want to convey that in life we often are forced into tasks that are not always enjoyable. Whats important is to persevere and understand that there is no other option but to complete the task or learn the material and we can only gain from giving it our best effort. During free time...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Bioengineering
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Grad Student, Bioengineering

Pete: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
Educated through the Public School System in Elmhurst, IL and graduate from The University of Wisconsin in Madison, I understand the gap that can form between teachers and students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor

Marshall: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...older brother. I taught my little brother everything I know, whether it be how to ride a bike or how to solve differential equations in calculus (he's better than me now). More than experience, what makes me a great tutor is that I love to teach others. Teaching is a fundamental part of who I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
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Burr Ridge is a suburb of Chicago, and is only 16 miles south-west of the city. It is one of the wealthiest towns in Illinois, and is the birthplace of Ernest Hemingway.
Although there are no high schools in Burr Ridge, there are great educational opportunities in the nearby towns of Darien and La Grange. Lyons Township High School is located in the town of La Grange, and the school's campus is only six minutes away. It is the only school in the Lyons Township High School 204 District. Hinsdale South High School is another great place for your student to attend. It is located in Darien, and campus is only ten minutes away from Burr Ridge. If you are looking to further your education, you may be interested in attending the University of Chicago. This university is ranked fourth best in the nation. In-home or online private tutoring in Burr Ridge, IL, for both subject instruction and test prep might help you get into the best schools. If you are falling behind, online tutoring in Burr Ridge is one way to potentially get caught up in your classes or test prep.
Burr Ridge is right out of Chicago, which means that endless fun activities exist for the whole family. The Museum of Science and Industry is a great place to visit for people of all ages. Most exhibits are interactive, and all are educational. The museum has every subcategory of science imaginable, including airplanes, submarines, weather, and robotics. The museum is an excellent way to get your family interested in different fields of science. Chicago is also terrific for sight-seeing. There are many famous places to visit, including Cloud Gate, commonly known as "The Bean." you can also visit Lincoln Park Zoo, where you can see many animals, like lions, giraffes, otters, chimps, and camels. Shedd's Aquarium is a nice place to see different aquatic life. There are an abundance of exotic marine and freshwater animals to learn about. The aquarium has lung fish, stingray, octopus, seahorses, and whales. You will be able to observe these creatures and how they interact with each other. To get a bite to eat after a long day exploring, you can head to Giordano's Pizza for authentic, deep dish, Chicago-style pizza.
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