Award-Winning Writing Tutors in Lake in the Hills, IL

...taught numerous survey and upper-division American history classes at local “traditional” colleges and universities. When I teach, I don't necessarily focus on the facts of history, but on the larger transitions. I want students to understand how history has changed over time. I also try to convey to students that history can be fun to...

I believe that each student has the potential to succeed. By teaching the fundamentals and constantly encouraging progress and effort, any student can learn any topic.

...been inducted to are Phi Alpha Theta, Psi Chi, and Upsilon Pi Epsilon. These inductions are for life, so I’m very glad to have them! I’m always ready to teach and I have a listening ear, and ready to be a coach, guide, tutor, and adviser to any student that has goals they want to...

...fun with learning and help students relate the subject matter to real life situations for better retention. At home I love spending time with my 3 boys. A few things we like to do are go for bike rides, read books and go to the park. I also love running and reading a good book.

...reach their goal of having excellent skills in both English and Spanish. Another subject I enjoy is math up to pre-algebra. When I was in school, math was a struggle for me. Now as an adult, I have a good understanding of it and empathy for those who find it difficult. Finally, I have had...

...and some just need someone to teach them to teach themselves. When I tutor, I look for each individual learning styles. Noticing how students learn is the first way I can figure out what they need help with, and alert them to methods of success. The goal of my tutoring is to make students as...

...in Elementary Education from Millikin University with a middle school endorsement in Math. I have a Master's degree from Concordia University in Curriculum and Instruction and have completed classes toward a certification in special education. My passion is Mathematics. I believe instilling confidence in my students is the key to their success and I believe...

...extends back more than a decade. Since early high school, I have tutored both peers and younger students. My students have included special education, gifted, English Language Learners, music/arts students and students with disabilities. I have tutored math up to Calculus AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and...

...is being completed at Northeastern Illinois University. I have the most experience working with students from 1st grade through 8th grade. My strength is in reading and writing, but I have experience with all of the elementary and middle school subjects. I work with students in small groups, as well as one on one, and...

...opinion) - reading and writing. I finished a Masters in Reading Education at Olivet Nazarene University, and I am also a certified Reading Specialist. I hope to eventually pursue a doctorate and advanced research into the complex and changing intersections between literacy and technology. To me, this is the most practical and relevant area that...