Award-Winning Tutors from Valparaiso University
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I received a B.S. degree in Chemistry and Biology at Valparaiso University (3.7 GPA). I have been tutoring students for 6+ years. I primarily tutor students in middle and high school science and math. My favorite subjects to tutor are chemistry and biology. I have previous experience as a teaching assistant for the chemistry department as well as a peer mentor for the general chemistry course at Valparaiso University. In addition, I began my college career as a secondary education major and have completed coursework in several education courses with classroom fieldwork before ultimately switching majors to pursue my passion in science. Currently, I am a second year PhD student at UT Southwestern-Medical Center located in Dallas, TX.My teaching philosophy is that every student has the capability to be successful; however, every student learns differently. I tutor to cater to each individual by understanding how they learn best. I often guide students through problems such that they learn how to take the proper steps to arrive at the answer themselves. When appropriate, I ask plenty of questions to get students thinking and make connections to their interests to make learning fun. My goal is to have students start thinking of questions and making connections on their own to develop life long learning habits! I am also always happy to assist in study skills such as time management and organization. I LOVE helping a student discover their love for learning, and even more, showing them that they can be a rockstar at science and math, the "hard" subjects, regardless of what they want to do when they grow up! Problem solving skills can be translated to any field, and I want my students to go into the world feeling confident that they can tackle anything.

I have more than four years of classroom experience in the Chicago area, as well as Mainland China. I specialize in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, as well as junior high and elementary school math.In the high school setting, I have taught Geometry, Algebra I, and ESL. My teaching style for students of this age is to provide plenty of opportunity for in-class practice and feedback -- which came both from me and other students. Since students learn via a variety of styles (kinesthetic, visual, auditory), I always tried to incorporate all three elements in each example I introduced. My students would say that I am a good motivator, and always am patient when guiding them on problems.I also have extensive tutoring experience, having created and run an after school tutoring program at two different schools. At an elementary school, I tutored kindergarten bilingual (Spanish) students in math, reading, and English. At the high school level, I tutored math of all levels, from Algebra I to Trigonometry. I also have worked as an ESL Reading Aide for K-6 students, where I taught phonics, reading, and writing to newly arrived ESL students.
I received my BSN from Valparaiso University and started my first position in the Pediatric Intensive Care unit at Children's Memorial (now Lurie Children's) in Chicago. My MSN in Parent Child Health Nursing from Rush Univerisity started my career path as a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Staff Educator at Larabida Children's in Chicago. I love working with Special Needs Children and their parents, helping them to understand the needs of their children. I expanded my practice to pediatric home care with high tech kids on ventilators, feeding tubes and other equipment. I loved teaching other nurses, caregivers, and parents about kids and approaching them at their developmental level. My leadership skills have been used as an Assistant Director, Coordinator and Director of Home Health Services and Education.My adult nursing experience includes ER where I loved the role of triaging. I also have adult home health care, hospice care and public/community health experience especially working with immunization programs and senior health centers. At the core of my professional practice is always patient and family education.When I became an Assistant Clinical Professor at Valparaiso University, I loved my role of assisting students with their assessment skills and application of the nursing process. I enjoy working with older students who may have life experiences and other degrees that they bring to their nursing education. I try to share my passion for nursing with traditional students as they prepare to become part of the future workforce. I enjoy tutoring students, helping them to understand the didactic content and applying it to the clinical scenario. When students become confident and competent in their knowledge, I love seeing the change in their nursing practice! It's like seeing the "lightbulbs" turn on. I have mentored students in pediatric nursing including the school nurse role, OB nursing, Critical care nursing in ICU and ER, and public health nursing including prisons, home health and hospice, wound care centers, and Native American communities. Travel abroad nursing opportunity included the different types of health care in Thailand and England. I obtained my DNP while teaching full time at VU. I have accepted early retirement and have Emeritus status at Valparaiso University. Now I would love to help you become the nurse you want to be by strengthening your weak areas and increasing your understanding of the extensive content you face this semester. I also help students see the value of implementing self-care and stress reduction techniques. My schedule is flexible and can vary from posted hours. Just tell me when you are available.I continue to serve my community by volunteering with the local Visiting Nurse Association as a Meals on Wheels driver, and the Phoenix Center, a place for children and families to learn to cope with grief. I serve as a Stephen Minister as a caregiver in my Lutheran church.
I am a mechanical engineering grad and current law student passionate about helping those interested in the STEM field
I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and graduated first in my class from Valparaiso University, where I also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I worked at the university tutoring international graduate students in Health Assessment, which is where I first gained my love of teaching. Together we created a fun and supportive environment, and I still keep in touch with these students. My favorite subjects address health disparities and at-risk populations. I started an LGBTQ+ education program for nursing students to increase cultural competence for this patient population. I am also a co-author for an award-winning textbook on nursing research. I know that nursing students have to contend with a steep learning curve, high standards, and the emotional burden that comes with caring for patients. I find joy in helping students mitigate this by cultivating their excitement and interest in the field. I believe that students who own their knowledge become better caregivers with better patient outcomes. I tutor in medicine as well as professional exams including NCLEX, ANCC, and AANP. My objective as an educator is to take overwhelming information and make it manageable, memorable, and personalized. I employ an adaptable teaching style utilizing a variety of strategies to help students comprehend and retain information. I foster growth in my students, helping them identify big-picture patterns to focus their studies. Health care is always evolving, and I hope that my students will go into this field inspired to keep learning. When I am not teaching or writing I enjoy nature walks and anything creative, including singing, learning various instruments, and working on whatever art project has currently caught my interest.
I help students turn government and politics from memorized terms into a working understanding of how power, policy, institutions, and civic life actually fit together. My background includes public service, stakeholder outreach, strategic communication, and policy-adjacent work, so I enjoy helping students connect AP concepts to real-world examples, write clearly, and build confidence for class discussions, essays, and exams.
I want to support others in writing in the ways that I wish I had when I wrote essays. I am working towards a BS in Computer Engineering, with minors in Math and Computer Science at Valparaiso University, while also being part of the honors college, which is based on argumentative writing. Having someone to ask for help from proves as an invaluable resource in any field, especially academically. I can be that aid. We all deserve the opportunity to receive help in whatever it is we are passionate about.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English and Art History from Valparaiso University and Master of Arts in Art History from Bowling Green State University. I earned my teaching license in Secondary Education from Eastern Illinois University in May 2022. I am currently a high school English teacher. Before I started teaching, I was a test prep tutor, and clocked hundreds of hours working with high school students on SAT reading and writing and ACT English and reading. I truly enjoy working with students and watching them learn and grow both in my classroom and as a tutor.
I love teaching students about literature and writing. I graduated from Valparaiso University with a B.A. in Englsih after attending the University of Chicago for two years of my undergraduate studies. I was a high school English teacher for seven years in Indiana before relocating to Ohio this November. I taught in a fairly large public school English 9 and Composition, helping students with literature, writing, grammar, and speaking/listening skills. I designed and implemented writing assignments for my students, providing assistance throughout the entire process. I'm very familiar with To Kill a Mockingbird and Romeo & Juliet, along with numerous other pieces of literature. I love to read, and I participate in volunteer work for my religion. I lalso enjoy going to concerts, my last one being The Avett Brothers.
Let me help math make sense! I received my bachelors degree from Valparaiso University with a double major in mathematics and computer science. After that, I went back to school to get my teaching certificate. My past experience in the education industry has included substitute teaching, working as a special education teacher assistant, and tutoring at various tutoring/learning centers. I love mathematics and have a passion for helping others understand mathematical concepts. I have worked with students of various ages, from Kindergarten to adults looking to go back to school. Just recently I completed a data science bootcamp. I feel confident in my abilities to not only assist students with mathematics but also with Python programming and computer programming in general.
Graduate MBA student based in Kansas City, MO looking to help motivate other students to grow and succeed. I believe that knowledge is power, and learning to overcome obstacles is one of the most valuable skills in life. Learning and knowledge go far beyond the classroom, and I believe that good collaboration, communication, and application are key to making students feel excited to learn.
Hello! I'm Jawalleh, a graduate student at Morgan State University pursuing my Master of Science in Civil Engineering. My journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Sustainability and a minor in Engineering. After graduating, I embarked on a three-month adventure traveling the world, visiting Australia, England, France, Germany, Amsterdam, Ghana, and Liberia. This experience broadened my perspective and deepened my passion for environmental conservation and sustainable living. My dedication to environmental education extends to volunteering, where I engage with communities to highlight the crucial role the environment plays in our overall health. I'm particularly enthusiastic about math, science, and all things STEAM, driven by my belief in the transformative power of education. As a first-generation student, I understand the challenges of learning new subjects. I've been fortunate to receive tutoring myself, and I'm committed to paying it forward by tutoring others.
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Tutors from Valparaiso University work across a wide range of subjects including STEM fields like mathematics, physics, and chemistry; humanities including English, history, and foreign languages; and professional areas like business and engineering. Because Valparaiso offers strong programs across many disciplines, you can connect with tutors who have deep expertise in your specific subject and understand how it fits into a broader liberal arts education.
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