Award-Winning Tutors serving Uptown, IL

...of age. I am a fun and outgoing person who likes to engage children in learning. While tutoring I always will do something educational and fun/motivating activities to ensure they are learning but still engaged. It is helpful if children tell me what they like for activities so I can incorporate their hobbies into our...

...computer programs. I enjoy breaking down daunting tasks and intimidating concepts to simpler steps, and discussing the underlying logic of this problem-solving process. In this manner, I work with students to develop strong writing skills, and helping them confidently approach the Verbal and Essay components of the GRE. I also have a pedagogic predilection for...

...the University of Chicago. I attended the Horace Mann School in New York City. I love teaching and working with students because I feel that there is nothing more rewarding than being able to provide the extra push that students might need to be successful. I am passionate about helping students learn and making sure...

...a Masters in physics, I bring a strong academic foundation to our sessions. I've been tutoring math for over 6 years, specializing in high school and early college levels. My goal is to make math engaging and approachable, motivating students to excel and thrive. Let's work together to conquer math challenges and unlock your full...

...guess I am an avid reader. I am on a trivia team that has won several contests. I also play guitar and chess, the latter of which I teach children to play in an after-school program. More than anything, I love to share information and ideas, find new ways to approach problems, and seek to...

...in Chemistry and earned my Bachelors from the College of the Holy Cross while completing the Pre-Med coursework. While I tutored a variety of subjects, the sciences are my favorite! I am a strong advocate of teaching styles and exploring how they change over time for different students. In my free time, I enjoy hiking,...

...an academic instructor and student advisor for several non-profits dedicated to educational advocacy and academic enrichment. I thus have extensive experience working with middle and high schoolers in a variety of educational environments - including public, charter, and private schools throughout New York City. My individual-driven approach to tutoring has been shaped by working with...

...a Masters in Teaching ESL. During my thirty years of teaching, I have worked with students of all ages from all around the world. I believe that every student is able to learn. Do not let anything hold you back. Whether you are just learning beginner English, or writing a college essay, or anything in...

...focused in Sao Paulo. I am super excited to share my knowledge of the Portuguese language and the Latin American story with new students and hopefully provide an insightful look on the subjects. After graduation, I had the opportunity to work for the city government of Chicago and a local law firm. Most of teaching,...

...concentration in STEM subject matter, I am most trained in teaching Math and Physics, though open to tutoring outside just those two subjects. I believe that working on one's education outside of regular school hours shows an incredible initiative to learn, and I want to encourage this drive for learning in my students.

I enjoy helping people of all ages reach their educational goals. For younger students, I want to encourage curiosity and love of learning. For pre-graduate school test takers, I want to make sure that a four hour test does not get in the way of your dreams. ... Get to know them! I'm a firm believer that people learn better when they can connect with their tutor.

...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, I...

...faculty and Mordine & Company Dance Theatre in residence. I performed with many dance companies as a guest artist. In 1988 I met Katherine Dunham and my mentor Tommy Gomez and fell in love with the Dunham Technique. I studied at the feet of Tommy Gomez and Jimmy Payne, Sr. It is my joy to...

...opera, audio-books, dvds and nursery rhymes for the youngest ones. I am known to be very patient and intuitively get a feeling if clients truely understand concepts. I gladly reapeat difficult concepts to foster a better understanding. I am a graduate of the School of Social Work, Vienna, Austria. I always loved traveling, learning foreign...

...and confidence in my students. Additionally, I'm proficient in tutoring Calculus, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, and English Language, among others. In my tutoring approach, I prioritize patience, adaptability, and practice. Understanding that every student learns differently, I tailor my methods to suit their individual needs and learning styles. Whether simplifying complex concepts or providing extra practice,...

...it develops critical thinking skills, encourages "big picture" thinking, and preps students for life in "the real world." Every student has something to offer through their inherent abilities to tell stories. My job is to help a student to be their best self, using writing as that conduit to better self-understanding and self-awareness. I have...

...Scholar twice. I tutor a variety of subjects, with Math, Science, and English because I find satisfaction in guiding students through the practice-oriented nature of Math, the continual discovery in Science, and the creative expression allowed by English My teaching philosophy centers on student-centric approaches, prioritizing conceptual understanding over memorization and fostering a lifelong love...

As your tutor, I'm dedicated to helping you reach your academic goals. With personalized support and encouragement, we'll tackle challenges and celebrate successes together.

...Second Language. In mathematics, I am passionate about helping students learn how various math concepts are connected. I give the students time to process their thoughts so that they can figure out the answers. I like to give the students a chance to explain their answers and to describe how they got them. In ESL,...