Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Chicago, IL

...an understanding that people learn, appreciate, and develop their skills differently. There are fewer experiences more rewarding than recognizing one's learning style and working with them to further their knowledge and skill set. Growing up in a large family also granted me the opportunity to learn patience, and I feel that has helped me develop the capacity to connect with students and build a relationship built on respect and mutual understanding. When not working with...

...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 and organizational skills. The satisfaction of seeing the accomplished look on a child's face when he or she is finally able to...

...games, books, songs, and various play-activities that I have researched to prepare him for all-day kindergarten; re-ignites my excitement for education and the motivational atmosphere that teachers help to create and inspire children with. I would love the opportunity to make a difference within my community and help inspire children and their families to take an active approach to education and inspire them the desire to be lifelong learners. Using a personal philosophy centered on...

Learning is a process. Learning should include examples of how you apply learning to life. I have taught all grade levels and most subjects. I find students learn best when motivated by meaning and applicability. I believe in active learning. When teaching, my philosophy is to embed thinking skills and common sense modeling, to teach students how to utilize resources and problem solve.

...range of skills. I've taught special and regular education, served as an IB essay advisor, and have instructed students in a variety of subjects; including History, English, and Chemistry. I love working with students one-on-one and I love the process of getting to know a student's individual learning style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to...

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...

...La Salle I teach American Literature, AP English IV, and Journalism. I'm also the Yearbook Moderator, ACT Test Prep Writing Instructor, and a member of our One Book, One School committee. In my free time I'm an avid runner, and I've run the past three Chicago Marathons. I enjoy Chicago sports and cheer on the Sox, Bulls, Hawks, and Bears. I rescued a dog three years ago and he has become one of the greatest...

...apps due to having myself navigated through the system's challenges recently. In addition, I'd be happy to dive into Mandarin Chinese as it is another native language I speak. From my tutoring experiences and taking classes within the Learning Sciences, I find it important to listen to student needs and interests while maintaining encouragement to challenge themselves in the spirit of learning, and be a source of emotional support in addition to providing knowledge. In...

...as a National Honor Society member. Encouraging and engaging others with kindness, compassion, and joy is my daily goal. Professionally, I have taught third, fifth, and sixth grades in public elementary schools, middle and high school English and literature in private schools, and adults in a variety of settings. Although I enjoy teaching all subjects, my favorite subject to tutor is reading. Why is that? I believe that reading is the key to learning everything...

...two younger siblings that I continue to help with their studies and have always taken pride in being able to provide guidance. I have tutored students in the past for Spanish, study skills, organization habits, and reading comprehension. Although I have not had much professional experience with tutoring in the sciences, I am looking forward to these opportunities because I love discussing biology and medicine. Cooperating with others to help each other understanding difficult concepts...

...Arts in Creative Writing with a minor in Biology. While attending, I spent over a year tutoring students at Columbia's Career Center, and I've recently completed an internship at the Field Museum's Learning Center, where I assisted in the creation of new teaching resources for Chicago Public Schools. I have a boundless curiosity and excitement about learning, and am very passionate about being able to share that excitement with my students. There's little that brings...

...(consistently rated as one of the top 3 film schools in the U.S.) where I received a comprehensive education on writing and storytelling from Academy Award-winning filmmakers and industry experts. As an environmental educator, I've led educational programs at nature centers in Atlanta and throughout Chicagoland. I am a Certified Master Naturalist through the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the University of Illinois and a Certified Pollinator Steward through Pollinator Partnership, the largest nonprofit...

...on receiving my Bachelor of Sciences from the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts with a focus on cognitive neuroscience and Spanish. I graduated with honors from New Trier Township High School in 2020. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, more specifically Algebra and Calculus, and Spanish. In high school, I was a math tutor at my school's resource center. In my experience helping struggling students...

...of work; what may seem impersonal or wholly irrelevant to our lives is nonetheless connected to us in our relation to how we approach the work. This is a process of active collaboration and mutual respect for both the skills both the learner and tutor bring to the table. I earned my MA in Women's and Gender Studies, my thesis entitled "Building Community with Students in Women's and Gender Studies Classes: Workshops for Cultivating Power-Awareness,...

...and have been teaching for over 20 years! I have a bachelor's degree in education, a master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and recently earned my ESL endorsement. I enjoy tutoring students at the elementary level and strive to make each child feel confident as they learn. I have been tutoring for the last three years and recently started tutoring online. Since I spent over a year teaching first grade online during the pandemic, I have...

...Both reactions are necessary for learning, but the latter sometimes gets lost in embarrassment, uncertainty, or the swiftness of the classroom. I think that what makes a great teacher is not only giving space for those types of uncomfortable moments and not only being able to address them effectively, but giving encouragement to students to both admit to and encourage those types of sensations. Without feeling confused once in a while, how is one ever...

...with a minor in English as well as a Masters of Education in Special Education. I also completed endorsements in Educational Leadership at National Louis University and Director of Special Education at the University of St. Francis. I am an experienced Special Educator and Educational Coordinator with thirty-one years of experience with students of various academic abilities. I have a strong background in social sciences and am skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, public speaking,...

...and I have been teaching and tutoring since I was in high school. I love to teach and find different ways to explain concepts to make them understandable for students. I also tend to get very enthusiastic about the subject at hand. It is my strong belief that they key to success in academics is true understanding. When a student understands why something works, memorization becomes a tool that is only rarely needed. Students who...

...University in Evanston, and teaching has always been a passion of mine. From my younger brother to my years of informal tutoring experience, I have developed the skills necessary to help others become successful. I enjoy the genuine process of developing a relationship with someone and cultivating that relationship, whether it be academic, personal, or professional. I enjoy working with others towards a common goal and helping all parties be mutually successful.

...I love all manner of creative pursuits. I began designing jewelry about 4 years ago and I do this as a hobby for myself and friends. Anytime I can find something in my house to sand down and repaint or refinish I take on the project as well. I love learning and expressing myself creatively because it forces me to look at things in a new way and create something that simply wasn't there before....