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Jack: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, 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.... I'm big on listening. It's my job to hear what a...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Matt: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...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 loved the subjects I studied in college and my hope is to share my knowledge of math and physics with those who need extra help. Above all, I want to spread my knowledge to people who may need it.... My philosophy...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Levente: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...with this fantastic company for the money; I'm working with Varsity Tutors to help you grow academically. While attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, I held a few roles in academia. I was a class assistant for Differential Equations for 3 semesters, where 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...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 170

Rushi: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...at Northwestern University in Evanston, and teaching has always been a passion of mine. From my younger brother to my years of informal tutoring experience, I have developed the skills necessary to help others become successful. I enjoy the genuine process of developing a relationship with someone and cultivating that relationship, whether it be academic, personal, or professional. I enjoy working with others towards a common goal and helping all parties be mutually successful.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Brandon: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of a...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Rebecca: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic interests, I enjoy cooking, being with friends and family, traveling the world, and looking...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Karishma: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Daria: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the 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...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Katie: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a mentor program for first year college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33

Katarina: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...land, power, and identity have changed within Labrador Inuit communities since the advent of the Comprehensive Land Claims agreements. Currently, I am am serving with the National Health Corps of Chicago as a Health Educator in a family planning clinic in West Chicago. Finally, I am pursuing a career in medicine and have been accepted to medical school earlier this year. I look forward to being a tutor because I believe in that all students...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Evolutionary Anthropology
ACT Composite: 31

Peter: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...now beginning an MFA program in hybrid documentary media at Northwestern’s School of Radio, Television, and Film in the fall. My passion for projects that are unique and illuminate subjects in innovative ways ignites his passion for teaching, where the name of the game is to work with learners to find an approach that works for them. I have tutored in both the SAT and the GRE. In my free time I love to watch...
Education & Certification
Carleton College - Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 700

Mark: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...becomes fluent and develops interest in a subject they have struggled with in the past and I gain from helping them improve and succeed. I like to make learning fun and strive to make the information relatable to my students. This way we can become excited about the subjects which makes learning that much easier. Mostly I am interested in tutoring math and math-related subjects including economics. Throughout sessions I will always try to convey...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Bioengineering
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Grad Student, Bioengineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Prahith: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a classroom teacher who has spent the last ten years tutoring/educating students with a variety of learning needs. I specialize in figuring out what specific learning strategies work for different students. I can help you go from good to great as I have consistently scored in the 99th percentile for several graduate school tests. ... It is more important that students learn how to solve problems rather than just memorizing facts or formulas. All...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 36

Smith: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...composition and performance. Just don't ask me to draw any hands! Despite my professional focus on liberal arts, I also have a keen amateur interest in science, primarily in physics (A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking was my introduction) but also in chemistry, biology, psychology, and sociology. My teaching style is based upon the premise that knowing how to think is much more useful than knowing what to think. My sessions are characterized...
Education & Certification
Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Theatre Arts
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33

Luke: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...the nation of Georgia. In those roles, I was especially proud of the improvements my students made towards clear self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject,...
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Julie: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...to teach French for 2 years while earning my Master's. I am very passionate about learning and teaching foreign languages, and I hope 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...
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

Amol: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
In high school and college I've joined clubs that emphasize tutoring and helping kids gain interest in science and math topics, ranging from elementary to high schoolers. It's been an experience I really enjoy and look to continue with going forward.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 36

Pete: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...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 it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special need, I can fulfill it through flexibility, kindness, and optimistic determination.... The strongest teachers I...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor

Adam: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...and old. This is the basis of my desire to attend medical school. Taking a human physiology class in the spring semester of my junior year of college was the initial catalyst that led to my decision to become a doctor. I had been following my interests up to that point, and my interest in studying the human body started me on the path that I am on today. While I did not begin my...
Education & Certification
University of Nebraska at Lincoln - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Medical college - PHD, Medicine

Thomas: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...loves teaching and helping students learn. I have experience teaching English in Argentina, as well as experience as a teaching assistant for various subjects at the Summer Institute for the Gifted. Exploration drives much of what I do, and I believe that learning is a form of exploration - and I hope to share that mindset with my students. As a tutor, I will be very patient, understanding, and thoughtful in my approach.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
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Des Plaines, a city of approximately 58,000, is located in Cook County, Illinois. A suburb of Chicago, and near O'Hare International Airport, Des Plaines is home to the first franchised McDonald's, which was opened by Ray Kroc in 1955, and is now preserved as a museum. The Cook County Forest Preserve boasts over 100 miles of bicycle trails, plus more than 200 miles of multi-use trails. Add in an 18-hole golf course, 37 parks, and a community theater, just to name a few of the recreational options, and it's easy to see why they say "No one is a stranger for long in Des Plaines!"
Des Plaines is served by Maine Township High School District 207, which boasts Hillary Rodham Clinton as an alumnus. The highest ranking high school in the district is Maine West High School. If you want to feel more confident about your educational possibilities, private tutoring in Des Plaines, IL, can give you the test prep and instruction you might need, whether it's in-home or online. Des Plaines is also home to Oakton Community College, and Northwestern, one of the nation's top-ranked universities, is located a short drive away in downtown Chicago. You could work to try to be successful at these schools if you connect with one of the Des Plaines, IL, tutors, who are available for private tutoring, instruction, and test prep, either in-home or online.
A unique attraction in Des Plaines, popular among train enthusiasts, is Deval Crossing, an interlocking three-way railway junction between the Union Pacific/ Northwest Line, the North Central Service, and the Union Pacific Railroad's New Line. Additionally, the Des Plaines History Center always has a full calendar of events, exhibitions, and programs, including the annual Fall Fest and Da de los Muertos/ Day of the Dead, celebration.
With its close proximity to O'Hare International Airport, Des Plaines is a great jumping off point to some unique and entertaining festivals and conventions. G-FEST, for example, the world's largest annual gathering of Godzilla and Japanese monster fans, is held nearby, as is the Chicago Tattoo Arts Convention. Downtown Chicago, and everything a major city has to offer, including professional sports teams, museums, and the performing arts, is a mere 17 miles away.
Online or in-person, Des Plaines, IL, tutoring might help you stay on top of your studies and your test prep. Seeking tutoring in Des Plaines, IL, is a great first step to work to try to get to the next level in your education.
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