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Colleen

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Colleen

Master of Arts, Special Education
Colleen's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
Basic Computer Literacy
College English

I have been a teacher for 6 years and absolutely love working with children and people of all ages! My favorite subject and hobby is reading and I try to instill the love for reading with all of my students. In my free time, I love running, being outside with my dog, going to the beach, and exercise...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts, Special Education

University of Maryland-College Park

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Lillian

Certified Tutor

Lillian

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership
Lillian's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
AP Studio Art: Drawing
Art

I am a tenured educator, Christian, and advocate for creative expression. Photography, Art, and AP Art are a few of the classes I have over a decade of experience teaching after graduating with a B.A. in Art and Education and a M.A. in School Leadership. I believe that effective communication is the...

Education

National Louis University

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership

Northeastern Illinois University

Bachelor of Education, Art Teacher Education

Ally

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ally

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Ally's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
College English

I am a dedicated teacher with five (5) years of experience in Early Childhood and Elementary School with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Millikin University. I am finishing up my Master's in Curriculum and Instruction with a Bilingual Endorsement from National Louis University....

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Millikin University

Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education

Martha

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Martha

MED
Martha's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Math
Study Skills and Organization
Special Education

Assisting both children and adults to grow in confidence and succeed academically brings me great joy. As a life-long learner, I continued my education earning a Bachelor's in English at Marquette University, a Master's in Special Education from National Louis University, and a Ph.D. In Education...

Education

National Louis University

MED

Marquette University

MED

Laurie

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Laurie

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Laurie's other Tutor Subjects
A Beginner's Guide: Excel
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra

I am an accomplished Library Media Specialist known for teacher collaboration, student involvement and technology infusion. I have taught in elementary school for 18 years. I received my Masters of Arts in Teaching from National Louis University. I also have my certification in Library Information S...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Northeastern Illinois University

Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing

Sonjanita

Certified Tutor

Sonjanita

Masters, Administration and Supervision State Certified Teacher
Sonjanita's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
ACT Aspire
Adult Literacy

I have worked with Chicago area youth as an educator/facilitator since 1995 - facilitating direct instruction coursework for youth in private, public, and alternative educational settings; as well as, with non-profit organizations and three area museums. I also have over seventeen years of experienc...

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Administration and Supervision State Certified Teacher

University of IL - Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, English

Laurie

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Laurie

MAT
Laurie's other Tutor Subjects
Special Education
Middle School Math
English Grammar and Syntax
Executive Functioning

Hello! My name is Teacher Laurie! I am very excited to be a new tutor with Varsity Tutors and I look forward to meeting you! I have a Bachelors Degree in English with a minor in Psychology from Monmouth College and a Master's Degree in Teaching from National Louis University. I have taught or tutore...

Education

National Louis University

MAT

Monmouth College

MAT

Amy

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Amy

Masters, Teaching State Certified Teacher
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

I am currently a school teacher. I teach both special education and general education elementary and middle school students. I am able to break down skills in a way that children can understand. I love it when everything clicks for the student.

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Teaching State Certified Teacher

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bachelors, Theatre

Griffin

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Griffin

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
Griffin's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

Hi! I'm currently a graduate student at National Louis University studying for my MAT in Secondary Education, with a specialization in English. Also, I like puzzles, deconstructing other puzzles, and talk show branded ice cream flavors.

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Test Scores
ACT
31
Taneka

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Taneka

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
Taneka's other Tutor Subjects
IB Biology
Microbiology
Middle School Science
Nutrition

My students would probably describe me as scientifically sound, passionate, energetic, creative, strict and diplomatic. I hold all of my students accountable and expect them to leave my classes understanding their material down to a Cellular and Molecular level.My background is Science, Research, Ed...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching

Chicago State University

Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Chicago State University

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

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Alumni tutors understand NLU's curriculum, teaching style, and expectations, allowing them to tailor instruction to match how you're being taught in class. They can also share proven strategies they used to succeed at the university level, helping you build confidence and academic resilience. This alignment between your tutor's background and your institution creates a more personalized learning experience.

NLU graduates work as tutors across a wide range of subjects, including education, business, psychology, liberal arts, and STEM fields. Because National Louis University emphasizes interdisciplinary learning and critical thinking, alumni tutors are particularly strong at helping students develop comprehensive understanding rather than just memorizing content. Whether you need help with core classes or major-specific coursework, Varsity Tutors can connect you with a tutor who has relevant expertise.

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Yes. Alumni tutors can help you understand course material, prepare for exams, work through challenging assignments, and develop stronger writing and research skills. Their familiarity with university-level expectations means they know how to guide you toward deeper understanding while building the academic skills you'll need throughout your college career.

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