Award-Winning Tutors serving Prairie Avenue District, IL

...have tutored within my highschool honor societies for different ages and levels. I have also been a part of my highschool ESL program and am currently instructing an ESL and Spanish class in my university. I have a passion for language acquisition and teaching. Given my background in Linguistics, I have a deep understanding on...

...in physics education research and teaching and mentoring in general. I want most to help people to achieve their personal and professional goals, both in academics and in life. I enjoy meeting students at their level of understanding and building bridges to new concepts and skills in an accepting yet challenging environment. I also study...

A dedicated tutor with a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from UIC. I am passionate about helping students in overcoming academic challenges and achieving personal goals. I tutor Arabic, chemistry, general chemistry 2, and science. I always try to change my teaching style that would help the student be more successful in their studies.

...In addition, I was a one-on-one tutor for multiple organizations, working with elementary through high school aged students through subjects like language, reading, math, and chemistry. Post-graduation I spent time as a preschool Greek school teacher and working at the Greek Consulate. I am constantly interacting with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds,...

...I always take into account the group of students in my class before designing the classes. For me, it is a priority to have communication and contact with my fellow teachers to understand the best way to proceed with the curriculum and course programming. It is also important to recognize approaches that include task- based...

...believe the interpersonal relationship involved with teaching greatly benefits both parties. Learning is fundamental to life- and turning otherwise cumbersome and difficult tasks like passing a hard class into a lightbulb moment is where I find my satisfaction. Turning such a familiar struggle into newfound realization and understanding is what I aim for.

...the creation and sharing of knowledge. An outstanding teacher is challenged and inspired by the true teacher of teachers; the student. In elementary school, I was diagnosed a 'slow reader'. Each day, I was pulled from a "one size fits all" heterogeneous classroom and sequestered in a "one size fits all" homogeneous classroom. My reading...

...every student and help them shine brightly. With extensive experience in Mathematics, English, and Science, cultivated over fifteen years in the field, I've created classrooms that are all about putting students first and celebrating our unique differences. My teaching style is all about fostering a growth mindset, making connections to the real world, and using...

...SAT math and ACT math, but also tutor Calculus AB and Calculus BC. I've always been one to help classmates that have homework struggles, and I felt that I could do more to help out as many students as possible. I know standardized tests are stressful, so it's my mission to feel as prepared and...

...and a teacher in the library for the Chicago Public Libraries Foundation. I have taught a variety of subjects, and have tutored students on all levels, from Kindergarten to College. I am most passionate about Writing, Literature, Reading and Language Arts. Education is the key to a better future for all of humankind. I believe...

...the wonderful collegiate experience that I have received at Wesleyan University. In my spare time I love to run and am currently training for a marathon. I'm also a passionate visual and auditory learner so I love to see shows, listen to music, and watch movies, all of which help keep me creative and happy!

...to provide that kind of support to any student! I'm very flexible and am able to offer structured lessons or create more of an informal learning setting. In college, I give writing support and general academic guidance to first-year students. In addition, I have experience in ESL tutoring with both elementary school students and adults....

...those topics. I'm planning on majoring in physics and have so far taken courses in classical mechanics, electrodynamics, and quantum mechanics. Regarding math, while I have studied multivariable calculus and theoretical linear algebra in structured class environments, I have also learned to apply this math through my physics courses. As for Latin, I have taken...

...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 every student has the ability to excel.

...in dentistry. I have additional background experience in biomedical research, biology, chemistry, anatomy, and physiology. I enjoy teaching students different ways to make what they are learning connect; each little bit adds-on and becomes a bigger picture. I started out as a student teaching aid in anatomy as an undergraduate student. During my graduate years,...

...is what drives inspiration. The confidence that can be gained from learning can also inspire others to reach greater heights that might have been previously thought not possible. As a tutor, I strive to share my knowledge and passions with my students so that they can find the same joy that I feel, as I...

...science and the pursuit of knowledge, and I bring that energy into the classroom, encouraging my students to be interactive and ask questions. I went into teaching instead of research because social interaction with others is important to me. I often see my former students in professional positions and it gives me great satisfaction to...

...the embedded software industry (C and C++ programming languages). I can tutor most STEM at the high school level and specialize in ACT tutoring. With my degree I am proficient in electrical circuits, boolean algebra and programming at the university level. If you're interested in STEM vocations and are in high school, if you are...

...have an associates in Applied Fire Science Technology and am currently enrolled in Paramedic school. I've been an EMT proctor for the past two years and nothing has been more satisfying than helping EMT students understand the basics of EMS. Seeing you being able to connect concepts and apply them to the field with real...

...public accounting firm where I am now a Senior Tax Consultant. Additionally, I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). I have extensive tutoring experience; I've tutored people of varying ages and of varying subjects including: Math, Economics and Accounting. Although I've tutored a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Accounting and Math,...