Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Washington Park, IL

...this time, many of the other tutors came to me for help and dubbed me "the math guy." I was in high school not too long ago and understand the pressures of having a high GPA and impressive ACT scores, so I understand what many of you are going through. I look forward to helping...

...subject. My favorite subjects to tutor are Latin, Anthropology, and Social Studies because I love to make the parallels, but I have wide ranging experience with many different subjects. I believe that all students can achieve success in classes, but some students need different explanations, approaches, or instructional methods. I have experience working with traditional...

...I quickly learned how much I loved helping them learn new things and started pursuing my teaching degree. While pursing my degree, I worked as a teaching assistant in a variety of special education classrooms. I recently graduated from Fontbonne University with my teaching degree in Special Education. I am excited to expand my teaching...

...to improve their writing. My goal for any type of writing session is for the student's voice to come through clearly. It's the student's thoughts, ideas, creativity, and imagination that are of primary importance. Spelling and grammar are some of the tools to develop that clarity in expression. I worked with native English speakers as...

...in the field providing guidance and knowledge to my students. During my years of teaching I was a recipient of the Emerson Excellence Teaching Award and was featured in a news article about my philosophy of teaching students to be independent thinkers. My Bachelors degrees are in Secondary Education 7-12 and Mathematics from St. Louis...

...them or simply showing them the way. However, it was this very challenge that initially intrigued me and eventually moved me to pursue a career in education during that first teacher training course I attended many years ago. Since then I have experienced my share of failures, frustrations, and deep reflection-inducing moments. However, my love...

I am an experienced Registered Nurse. I received my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Oklahoma. I received my Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Missouri- St. Louis. I...

...education is the key to individual success in life. Education brings out our strengths and weaknesses and forces us to address both. One on one educational situations give a better opportunity to address both, and provides a more specific type of instruction. I believe these one-on-one sessions allows for the most powerful progress for an...

...the student. There is always an exchange between what the teacher and student have to offer. I believe it is best to show, rather than tell students how to work their way through the task at hand, whether it be a problem or a prompt. I know that there is not always one way to...

Reading is like cooking. It tastes better the more practice you get. I believe every subject is interesting when presented by the right teacher. I strive to be that teacher.... What strategy works depends on what kind of learner they are. Tactile and visual learners often love foldables they can build and interact with. Audio learners often prefer stories or jokes related to the concept that they can remember. I've found that a great many teenagers...

I believe that all students can learn and be successful. I also believe that all students should be given equal opportunities and guidance.... I believe that all students can learn and that each should be given equal opportunities to learn and grow.... In a first session with a student I would spend time on a personal level, getting to know him or her and what their interests are.

...find what they are interested in helping expand their world. I have worked with K-8th grade and am certified 1-6 general education, 5-9 Math and Science, as well as K-12 Library Media Sciences. I have taught in camp settings for almost 15 years. During these informal meetings I have taught physical science, engineering and technology,...

...to become a Special Education teacher for grades 6 - 12 for students with high incidence disabilities. I am excited to get to know you and work with your family to determine how to best support your child's learning needs. Whether its delivering structured lesson plans on certain skills, or offering additional support preparing for...

...to maximize their scores. As I mentioned earlier, reading and writing fiction have to be near the top of my hobbies list. Also, I would add listening to live music, playing and watching soccer, and collecting records to that list. At the end of the day, I am a guy who enjoys life and learning....

...is Heather. I am currently a senior at Maryville University. I will graduate this May with a degree in biology and minors in chemistry, physics, and psychology. I plan to start medical school in the fall of 2018. I have been tutoring math, chemistry, biology, and physics at Maryville for the past four years.

...Bitcoin) at both Johns Hopkins and the London School of Economics. This fall, I'm going to continue that research as I pursue a Master's in Philosophy at Cambridge University. I also have a great interest in the environment, including ecology, zoology, and animal behavior. In addition, I love public speaking, poetry, and American literature. I...

...4 years dedicated to improving student learning, particularly writing. I have a Master's Degree in English with a concentration in Writing Studies. My work with the Gateway Writing Project has provided me with a plethora of knowledge and resources to do this. Before teaching, I worked as a tutor for four years.

...closely with Parents as Teachers to develop a customized learning plan for my son, who will be entering kindergarten next year. Through this process, I have witnessed firsthand how personalized instruction can help children excelmy four-year-old is already performing at a first-grade level in math, writing, and counting. I am dedicated to helping students overcome...

I have taught over thirty years and enjoyed my experiences immensely. I have recently retired, but I am ready to explore a new career as a Tutor. I have a passion to help others. I have closed one chapter of my life and I am excited about opening a new door as a Tutor.

...Biology at Saint Louis University. Currently, I am applying to medical school while doing a post baccalaureate pre medical at WashU. I enjoy helping students to achieve their desired educational goals and I am motivated to assist, and aspire in learning. I have tutored for 8+ years in education from elementary students to college students...