Certified Tutors From University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

...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...

...tutoring in Math and Chinese. I have been teaching in APEX as a SAT math tutor. My teaching style is giving students more chance to talk and ask questions. I'd like to listen to them and help them out as much as I can. I'm quite patient person, and very passionate in helping people. As...

...was a Teaching Assistant of a Physics course for two years while I was there. I basically helped teach the class by making sure the students understood what the professor was saying during the lectures. I believe that stripping down a problem to it's simplest explanation and then building from there is the best way...

...studying Prosthetics and Orthotics. My career goal is to become a certified prosthetist/orthotist, which means I would make and fit artificial limbs (prostheses) to patients who need them as well as make and fit assistive devices that support existing body parts (orthoses) to treat various conditions. One of the main reasons I am pursuing prosthetics...

...in French Language and Literature and a minor in Russian language and literature. About a year after I graduated I was accepted to a program, run by the French government, to teach English in France. I spent a year in the eastern town of Belfort helping French students ages 15 - 20 with their English...

...I have had a variety of tutoring experiences over the course of my studies, ranging from one-on-one tutoring sessions, to group settings through a classroom internship. I am passionate about a lot of subjects including mathematics, physics, and chemistry. I also love literature and writing and can confidently help students practice critical reading and writing...

...degree in Industrial Engineering. During my undergrad career, I was a tutor and mentor for math students enrolled in online Calculus courses. After graduation, I worked in the manufacturing industry for four years holding numerous functional roles as part of a leadership development team for operations. I further developed my teaching skills within my work...

...with undergraduate level and high school level science material. I have experience as a substitute teacher and as a swimming lesson instructor. As a result, I am very patient and work really hard to try to explain the information in a way that my students will understand. I am creative and try to make learning...

...any exam related to any of my favorite 3 subjects. I am offering you the knowledge I gained during 4 years of BS in Chemistry two years of MS in Organic Chemistry, four years of MD and six years of PhD in Biophysics, as well as the experience I have from several years of tutoring/teaching...

...a Bachelor of Arts degree in Rhetoric, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where I was awarded a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Over my eight years of teaching, I have worked with students in writing essays, understanding material assigned to them and material that they use in writing argument...

...Bachelor's of Science in Engineering Physics, a Master's of Science in the Teaching of Physics, and a PhD in Adult and Continuing Education (specialization in Post-Secondary Science Curriculum & Instruction). My studies and research focused on application of cognitive and educational psychology in the physics classroom for lasting learning of the concepts. As such, I...

...Mathematics and Theoretical Physics as a graduate at Cambridge University in England. I have taught and/or tutored mathematics and science in California, Kansas, Florida, and Missouri. It seems that I've always loved math and science. Now, I especially enjoy helping others understand those subjects with the hope that maybe, given enough time and effort, they...

...am currently a student at a reputable physical therapy school, pursuing my doctorate degree. Therefore, my science foundation is strong. I have also had my bachelors in chemistry and biology, which solidifies my math and science background. I am eager to spread my knowledge and get challenged by students to stay up to date with...

...with effort, will lead to higher absorption of material - and yes, higher grades. Outside of tutoring, I'm currently a contractor at Scott doing IT work. It keeps me busy but also allows me to use downtime to continue my own education. I'm on track to continue on to earn a secondary education endorsement, and...

...and I am certified to teach in Washington state. I am originally from the Chicago area, but after graduation I moved to London, UK and taught grades K-5 in the local schools. I also tutored extensively in reading, writing and phonics for children of all ability levels while there. I loved teaching students from all...

...graduate study in musicology at the University of Illinois. My research focuses on hip hop music and political life in Morocco. When I am not pursuing my own project, I am usually teaching. I have served as a graduate teaching assistant for U of I's Introduction to World Music course for two years. Before attending...

...can make them approachable for students. I have tutored French for 5 years now, as well as been a French Instructor for the past several years. I understand how to make the language approachable for learners and how through communication in can be retained. I enjoy working with students and helping them achieve. I keep...

...especially love Microbiology because it is completely fascinating. My tutoring style tends to be a mix of both auditory (explaining) and visual (drawing) styles with the understanding that each student learns in their own way. I think it is essential for each student to find meaning in what they are learning. In my spare time,...

...ACT, SAT, GMAT and GRE are also included. I'm extremely patient and will always take the time to ensure students understand the concepts in a way that is clear to them. I'm available to meet anywhere my students would like, whether it be their home, coffee shop or local library. I look forward to hearing...

...B.A. in Linguistics and History. Currently I am a M.A./Ph.D student in Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My current research deals with how language is used and how understanding can change in differing contexts, for example how people define what counts as a lie, and how our brains process emojis. At the...