Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Barrington, IL

...life. These people challenged me to my core and my goal is to impart that same wisdom to anyone who wants help in their classes. I received an undergraduate education at the University of California Los Angeles from 2008 - 2012, where I earned a degree in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics. Here I earned...

...expository writing, I help students break down the process into manageable steps. I have always especially enjoyed analysis of literature and politics. I love reading in my spare time, and am excited to hear students' perspectives on literature. I teach tricks to look for and track literary devices, such as color-marking. As a Political Science...

...more interesting to them, they become more willing to revise their writing to make it as lucid and coherent as possible. Smart kids often get away with cloaking a flimsy argument in superfluous language. I want my students to realize that the strongest writing strikes a balance between clarity and precisionI hope to help them...

...my own passion of learning. I am well acquainted with tutoring resources as I have always sought out the tutoring programs at my schools for subjects I've had difficulty with. I am a big advocate of working through problems with students but also making sure that the concept is understood. The best students are not...

My name is Debra and I have an MA in Anthropology from the University of Chicago. I really like engaging with the humanities and hope to help students improve their understanding of history, the social science, writing, and grammar. ... I like to be as conversational as possible, because I think that's the best way to communicate ideas. I try to be pretty informal, because I find that formality can turn students. Overcomplicating the subject matter...

...and AP classes and am currently in the Honors Program at Marquette University. I am working towards a BA in Anthropology, with interests in social justice and welfare, as well as political science. I have tutored cousins, siblings, and friends in school and am passionate about learning. Education is the greatest power and a valuable...

...same so it is very important to me to learn about each students learning style and work from there. It is extremely important to be to build a strong relationship with each student. Thriving in education begins with a strong relationship. When a student can connect with you and trust you, anything is possible!

Caring Bilingual (English/Spanish) Elementary School Teacher offering 21 years of experience teaching all subjects to English Language Learners. Passionate about meeting all students' learning needs through various types of teaching. Great strengths in Dual Language instruction and Mathematics.

...served HIV, homeless, and/or refugee youth and families. I still recall the lessons learned - both in the classroom and beyond the page. Collectively we transformed our understanding of spoken word and improved our overall comprehension through poetry. Since graduation, I have continued to seek opportunities in nonprofits (specifically in the Chicago area). I currently...

...the University of Colorado Boulder majoring in astrophysics and chemistry with a 4.00 GPA. I have been passionate about science and STEM topics my whole life, focusing on them in both high school and college classes. In my free time, you can usually find me exploring forest preserves by day and surveying the skies with...

...I also have three years of experience as a trained writing tutor, working as a Head Writing Fellow at the Barnard College Writing Center. I co-founded the Science Fellows Program to help science majors and pre-med students transfer writing skills from the humanities to the sciences. I believe I can help you succeed on your...

...and supporting students across a wide range of goals. As both a tutor and a writer, I care deeply about clarityhelping students break down tough ideas and build confidence in the process. Whether we're working on test prep, classwork, or writing assignments, I tailor my approach to each student's needs, with a strong focus on...

...High School I was the Managing Editor of my school newspaper, and I worked at a variety of publications including the Cal Alumni Magazine and a Cuban Travel blog throughout college. Today, I edit on a freelance basis and specialize in everything from business memos to expository blog pieces. My journalism experience honed my skills...

...I traveled to a developing country to provide an education for the children here. I believe that everyone has the right and deserves an opportunity to learn, that is why I want to tutor, to help others learn. **at this moment in time, I can only do online tutoring. Thank you for understanding.

...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...

...a decade working to do so. I did undergraduate for a bachelor's at Indiana University in Telecommunications and American History. Later, I received my professional educator's license at Lewis University and I am close to completing a Master's in English as a Second Language. I have a love of learning and teaching history and social...

...deal with the complexities that often accompanies adolescence. To my surprise, I loved it. Not only was this an opportunity to review all the material I had previously learned, tutoring allows me to elucidate the concepts in a manner tailored specific to the student which also improves my understanding of the topic and my method...

...with a sense of purpose. I've tutored in philosophy, literature, phonics, ESL, reading comprehension, and English essay writing. I've assisted underserved secondary students prepare for college at university summer programs. I've designed and facilitated sociopolitical, poetry, international culture, and self-expression workshops in beleaguered communities across Ireland, Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Croatia, and the United States. These...

...elementary subjects, with a strong focus on math. Math is my favorite subject to tutor because it helps students develop problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and a sense of accomplishment. I love watching students shift from feeling intimidated by numbers to approaching problems confidently and curiously. My teaching philosophy centers on trust, encouragement, and celebrating small...

...in math and study skills through an online platform and continued to do so throughout my time in college. Upon graduation, I began working with students face to face until starting my graduate degree in the fall of 2015. My experience as a tutor ranges; however, I am most passionate about helping students with mathematics...