Hi! My background includes a Bachelor's degree in English from Roosevelt University, and a Master's degree in Writing and Publishing from DePaul University. In late 2019, I had the opportunity to work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the College of Lake County (for an English Composition I class). I also had the honor and privilege of working as a Peer Writing Tutor for DePaul University's Writing Center. I collaborated with both Undergraduate and Graduate students of all studies/disciplines on any writing-based projects, both personal and academic. I provided writing support to clients with the goal of helping them become even more successful writers in school and beyond. Currently, I am working as tutor in a freelance capacity. Over the past year, I have worked with dozens of students on the following platforms: Tutor.com, TutorMe and Smarthinking. I helped clients with brainstorming writing ideas, providing sources, improving writing quality, and developing argumentation skills.I firmly believe that learning should be fun. Nothing motivates learners as much as fun does because it comes from genuine interest from within instead of pressure from others. Students are much more likely to invest extra time in the learning process if they enjoy it.

After graduating from high school I joined the United States Marine Corps. I spent 4.8 years in the corps, and was stationed overseas the entire time (Okinawa, Hungary, Kosovo). I have traveled to over 15 countries, and have developed a fascination for learning about different ethnic cultures. I enjoyed my time in the corps, and do my best to always try to incorporate my stories into my lesson plans. I am currently pursuing my TESOL certificate (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages).For over 10 years I have tutored fellow students, coworkers, high school students, college students, ESL learners, and adults. During my undergrad program I was a writing tutor for not only fellow University Of Illinois at Chicago students, but also for students at Jones College Prep. During my graduate program I also tutored at Jones, and at Whitney M. Young Magnet School. I enjoy tutoring because I like helping students make sense of difficult topics. I also enjoy meeting new students, and forming a strong rapport.In order to create a successful tutoring session I believe the session must be student centered. During my student teaching experience at Whitney M. Young Magnet School I learned the importance of establishing rapport with the students. A strong rapport helps to create a relaxed learning environment. I also keep my lessons interesting by intertwining current events, my own personal experiences, and technology together. By using multiple teaching strategies I can cater to all learning types, since every student learns in their own unique way.

I always try to learn using Einstein's approach to understanding: "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it enough." In my tutoring , I try to impart that same philosophy to my students.

Hello! I am a life long learner, a passionate educator, native speaker of English, bilingual in Spanish and always on the look out for my next new favorite book. My philosophy on learning is that it should be fun! Of course, I work hard with my students, but when we are having fun, I see the learning is effortless, endless, and the student success level in my classroom soars!I knew when I was a little girl I knew wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. I LOVED "playing school" and reading and mostly having fun with my mom! This childhood of mine has shaped my teaching philosophy immensely. As I grew up, I realized not everyone has the same background. I began volunteering with my mom when I was in elementary school. I loved helping out at Special Olympics and working with students who had various disabilities. Once I was in high school, I continued volunteering and started to use my knowledge of the Spanish language to communicate with younger children in a program for students at-risk. It was a wonderful mentoring program. My students and I loved having fun together. As an aspiring teacher, I had been so impressed with how much they were growing in confidence, attention to their tasks, and becoming respectful and responsible students as well. I am now a proud mommy to two very smart, very funny, very kind little girls of my own. With both of my girls in school full time now, and boy are they reading rockstars! I am really looking forward to spending more time doing what I love-teaching! There are so many amazing things to learn and discover and I am looking forward to the next chapter in my life long learning quest and I hope you will be part of it!

I am currently a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology, but I have been tutoring ever since I was in elementary school. Because not everyone learns the same way, I feel that it is easy for students to miss certain tidbits or whole subjects in the classroom, and it can quickly feel like it is too late to catch up. My goal is to work together to pick up the pieces that were lost or are close, but not quite there: learning the way you want to learn and the way you learn best rather than having topics taught at you.For standardized testing: I have taken the special classes and labored through the workbooks to prepare for taking the exams myself. The trick is to learn the test and know how to beat it with the right tools, and I am eager to pass along what I have learned from years of studying for and taking standardized tests. There is nothing quite like sitting down in the testing room and feeling cool, calm, and collected, and I want to help others feel confident, not terrified, when they take their exams.

I am currently working to complete a bachelor's degree in Mathematics at Roosevelt University with a minor in Computer Science. Aside from tutoring math, I like to spend my time outside of school writing and recording music. I play guitar, sing, and occasionally make my own beats. If I'm not making music, maybe you'll find me eating tacos or pasta. When it comes to tutoring, I feel comfortable working with both higher and lower levels of math. Whether it's calculus or elementary number facts, I can break things down to make them easy for students of any level to understand. I like to focus on both current needs and classroom expectations for each student. Often times math becomes difficult for a student because of his or her 'gaps' in previous levels of math. I usually see the fastest improvements with my students when targeting these weaker areas.

ACT's "K-12 College & Career Readiness Champion" for the state of Illinois, Christopher has served on several college admission advisory boards, including the NCAA Eligibility Center. With his experience as a college counselor, former college academic advisor, and regular presenter at state and national-level college admissions conferences, he specializes in helping 8th-11th graders define their college goals and make concrete plans to achieve them. Currently a college counselor at a college prep high school in suburban Chicago, Christopher has successfully guided thousands of students through the college planning and application process.

I have wanted to be a teacher ever since I can remember, and that has become a reality as I graduated in December 2016 with my degree in Secondary Math Education. It is my passion and my goal to help as many students as I can and share my love of math with them!

With Master's in Biotechnology and Chemical Science, I am passionate about fostering a deep understanding of complex subjects like Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, biotechnology, and math. Although I have experience in tutoring and classroom settings, I approach each session with a fresh perspective, focusing on creating a supportive environment where students feel comfortable exploring challenging concepts. My goal is to empower students to develop critical thinking skills and build confidence in their abilities. I believe that the best learning occurs when students can relate the material to real-world applications, and I strive to make connections that resonate with their interests. I am excited to guide students on their academic journeys and help them achieve their individual goals.

I am a graduate of Roosevelt University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. I have experience tutoring college students in both biology and even more so in chemistry, which is my favorite school subject. I think anyone can understand chemistry with the right explanations and effort. I am always eager to help someone understand concepts that are foreign to them because I love seeing them have an "Ah-ha!" moment and experiencing that moment myself as an everyday learner. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, listening to music, jogging, swimming, catching up on TV shows and watching films.

I have been a high school English teacher for 2 1/2 years. Education was always a passion of mine and I became a teacher because I believe that the quality of a young person's education is the strongest tool they have to build success and happiness later in life. I love introducing students to a novel and showing them how much they can learn from it.I have also spent my last three summers tutoring for a company that specializes in building decoding and comprehension skills for struggling students. Working with this company allowed me to teach kids from kindergarten through high school.Before teaching I worked in advertising sales. I enjoyed the social aspect of this job; basically my success was rooted in how well I was able to communicate my position to my clients and together we put together advertising campaigns that communicated a certain message to their buyers. All my life I have been interested in how we as human beings communicate with each other and understand each other. How we do this has become increasingly complex and I find it rewarding and fun to teach this to young people.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.I also like to build creativity in the classroom (or tutoring session) since creative thinking is the root of good problem solving skills.I love teaching, I love creating new lessons and the experience of being able to show someone something new about the world is about the most fun and rewarding thing I've ever done with my life.

I have been playing guitar for over 15 years. I am able to teach any kind of music from heavy metal to jazz. I listen to the Red Hot Chili peppers, Jack Johnson, Jimi Hendrix, and the Killers. I will be able to make learning guitar fun and provide you with good technique skill that will set you apart from your other friends that also play guitar.

I believe that everyone can learn, provided the teacher finds the proper channel through which to reach the students.I was born in Martinique, raised in Paris where I studied latin, Greek and philosophy. I have a DUEL from University of Paris X/Nanterre. I later moved to New York City and Chicago where I obtained a Bachelors in jazz Performance/Upright bass. I also graduated from DePaul University with a Masters in Education and from Vandercook College of Music with a Masters in Music Education. I have taught music in the chicago Public school system, as well as tutoring students of all ages in French, since it is my native language. I do miss speaking my language and I am still an avid reader of French literature, be it the classic or the most recent literature of the francophone world: Africa and the Caribbean.I am passionate about sharing my language and my culture and hope I can share this passion.

I began my love for teaching at an early age when I myself when I found a teacher in college that, no matter what, would not let me fail. I wanted to be just like him. I began working with children from different backgrounds and cultures and grew a passion for social-emotional learning. I teach with a gentle and encouraging hand and will be with you every step of the way!

Science and Adventure describes me all!!!

I am a current third grade dual language teacher and I absolutely adore teaching language. I am a native speaker of English and Spanish is my second language. Therefore, I can tutor literacy in either language and would be thrilled to help any student beginning to learn English or Spanish. I could assist with grammar, creative writing, building vocabulary, reading strategies, or any other topic under the umbrella of literacy.

I have a passion for the French language that my students recognize after the first lesson. My students range from pre-schoolers and elementary students, to high schoolers, college students and adults who seek better grades, better jobs or just want to become fluent.I have been teaching French online for 5 years and have taught French for 2 years in a private Academy in Spain.Over the years, I have also freelanced for many corporations translating legal documents, literature, advertising print work and other materials from English to French and vice versa.I customize my classes and methods for each student depending on their needs and level of knowledge. I use part of the first lesson to learn about their learning style in order to help them achieve their goals more efficiently. I focus the lessons on grammar, improving vocabulary and pronunciation while reading, writing, listening and speaking!My goal is to instill the love of learning a foreign language to my students. I usually suggest starting with two sessions per week for better improvement in the first month.

I received my Bachelor of science in Biology from Roosevelt University. I received my Master of Science in Biology and Doctorate in Adult and Higher Education from Northern Illinois University. Teaching Biology is my passion. I currently teach Biology at Fayetteville Technical Community College in North Carolina. During my 7 years here, I have taught Anatomy & Physiology, microbiology, biochemistry, organismal biology and general biology. My approach as a tutor is: 1. To identify and tackle the topics where students need the most understanding. 2. To help build students skill set and confidence by teaching study strategies for success in their discipline. 3. To engage the student in practice to prepare for assessment. My goal is to enhance student learning and performance, resulting in higher grades. I believe in the power of education to transform lives and families for generations. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of a student's journey toward achieving their goals.

I am here to assist any and all middle school students with any math issues they may have. Feel free to contact me and we can set up a date and time. I am a Junior high Algebra teacher and I have tutored students anywhere from 5th thru 9th grade in Algebra, Pre-Algebra as well as Geometry.

As an PhD student in a biomedical sciences program, I am deeply passionate about biology and chemistry, supported by my Master's degree in Biotechnology and Bachelor's degree in Biology. With over a year of experience as a substitute teacher across K-12, I have developed a tailored teaching approach that accommodates diverse learning styles, particularly for middle school students. I thrive in creating interactive and engaging lessons, drawing on my background in STEM education, which includes teaching coding and environmental science. My goal is to foster a supportive learning environment where students can connect theoretical concepts to real-world applications, such as understanding the vital roles of proteins in biological processes. I believe that with patience and clarity, every student can achieve academic success, and I look forward to inspiring the next generation of scientists.

My goal is to help students cultivate their strengths and find areas of improvement in a safe, affirming environment to nourish their musical and academic gifts.I started my music career playing in the local Chicago punk scene at age 16. After a few years of recording, touring, and writing, I decided to pursue a degree in opera. I spent my first two years of undergrad performing in operas, symphony concerts, and musicals when I felt called to turn my career towards the academy.I was accepted into the honors college and began thesis work on the aesthetic correlations between architect, Frank Lloyd Wright and composer, Ludwig van Beethoven.After being admitted into a research fellowship and pursuing research grants, I applied to Masters and PhD programs in musicology. Music has always been my passion but now, I am able to capitalize on my strengths and interests while still pursing a career in music.Along with my current research, I still sing professional and play as a studio musician in punk, folk, jazz, and metal.My experience allows me to bring the knowledge I have gained from performing and coursework to the classroom with interdisciplinary teaching methods and collaborative approaches. I hope I am able to work with you or your student to cultivate their passion for the arts.

As a dedicated educator, growing up in a family of educators, I have always been drawn to the rewarding profession of education. My 8+ years working in math and science is dedicated to supporting African American students of all learning abilities and styles. I also have 4+ years of experience developing effective online content for students have equipped me with the skills to efficiently solve problems and provide solutions for students in need of assistance. My ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with students is a key asset.

Teaching is a passion of mine, and I believe that there is a way to help every student achieve their greatest potential. My favorite part of teaching is seeing the "light bulb" above a student's head when they have been struggling with a concept and finally get it.I taught a high school classroom of high functioning students with autism in a therapeutic school for over four years. My teaching experience was very enjoyable, but highly frustrating as well. We worked hard to change behaviors and motivate progress academically and socially. Unfortunately we did not always have the support of families, and in order to really progress expectations in the home and at school need to be on the same page.I look forward to working with students who really want to learn. My favorite and best subject is math, and I like to take a problem solving approach to teaching it. Many students struggle with word problems, but they are the only kind of problems that we ever run across in the real world, and with a good foundation of problem solving skills, the things that you learn in math can translate to many other facets of life.

I believe in the power of patient and passionate educators such as myself to inspire, challenge, and invigorate pupils to conquer new academic horizons, thus increasing any individual pupil's chances for success down their own chosen paths of study or within the profession of their choosing. I believe that humility and respect on my part create an environment where learning can happen on both sides of the tutor/pupil relationship, and through said humility and open-mindedness an ideal educational bond will inevitably form.I am ready to listen to your individual academic needs (or those of your child), and my expertise in Reading, Writing, Spanish and Literature, cultivated over a rigorous academic career, renders me an ideal candidate to help YOU with whatever you might need. I have no preconceived agenda other than listening to your specific needs (or those of your child), and catering to those needs with all the tools in my academic tool-box.I am incredibly hard-working, diligent, and thorough, but most of all I believe in the student's ability to expand his or her own horizons when presented with the environment and opportunity to do so. Therein lies the pupil's power, and I guarantee, with my help, improvement in the subject with which you or your child are struggling within a few sessions.If academic success is what you seek, look no further for the ideal candidate to help you or your child along that journey. I am that candidate. Thanks for taking the time to read my statement, and I hope to work closely with you or your child soon.

I am a retired school teacher, with over 40 years of experience teaching English, Spanish, and English as a Second Language at all levels from grade school to adult continuing education programs.My teaching philosophy is student-centered, meaning that to be effective, lessons must take into account the students??? ability and learning style. I believe that the core grammatical fundamentals of the language must form the basis of instruction, woven into a practical approach to learning English. I take pride in developing meaningful, contemporary lessons to make sure that students are well-engaged in the learning activities, as opposed to rote memorization and meaningless dialogues. I also emphasize ???survival??? English to ensure that students are equipped and prepared to deal with various issues and common situations they will encounter daily. Through my experience, I have found that practical, everyday lessons are more likely to be retained and fully understood by students, as they are likely to use this information frequently in their day-to-day activities. The practical nature of these lessons provides an immediate benefit to the students by better preparing them to cope with the various issues that they may face in life, and therefore reinforcing their classroom learning experiences.I am willing to put in additional time and effort to help an individual student, including one-on-one instruction or additional material on a given subject or concept. Every student has his own unique learning style which needs to be understood and utilized by the instructor. With my wealth of teaching experience, I have developed many various teaching strategies to reach different students. I sincerely believe that every student is capable of learning, and my strong belief in this philosophy guides me in reinforcing students??? belief in themselves and their own capabilities.

I received my education from Roosevelt University. I graduated and received my Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Special Education. After gathering the proper licenses and endorsements, I began teaching math to the general population of students and to students with special needs. I have worked both in online and physical classroom settings. I've been teaching and tutoring for over 15 years and counting. The students that I taught ranged from grade level students in Mathematics to high school level students in Algebra and Geometry. I enjoy helping students achieve to their fullest potential. I enjoy using different strategies to match individual learning styles. I especially enjoy helping students to make connections between what they're learning and their experiences. I have learned that both student and I are on a journey together in becoming life-long learners because with each new student, I learn also! From the student, I learn about new ways to teach and communicate. We should never stop learning. My favorite subject to teach/tutor is Algebra 1 because it is more fun for me to connect the concepts to everyday living. In my leisure, I enjoy reading books or watching movies. I also enjoy roller skating.

I'm Mr. Hart! I believe in empathy and patience first and foremost. I'm here to help elementary and early middle school students with any of their needs! I have experience teaching all elementary subjects and am happy to help. I teach with many visual examples and I try to make my lessons fun to learn! I'm excited to meet you and look forward to teaching you!