(76) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 60085
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Sarai
Learning is a journey. Let me guide you to succeed.
I've been working as a Bilingual TA in Middle School settings for 3 years. Teach one on one ELA (English) and Social Studies for foreigners. Also, I reteach and review Math and Science concepts. As part of my job, I interpret meetings between the Administration, parents, teachers, and students. My expertise is English to Spanish, and vice versa. On the other hand, I worked with business people for 5 years. I developed workshops and seminars that helped them succeed. Understanding people's (s... Read more
Bob
Piano instruction, ages 7 up. Reading, ear training, theory...
I've been teaching for over 40 years and performing for 50. My curriculum is initially classically based: sight reading, ear training, and theory. With time, the students preferences come into play. Classical is the base for knowledge, from which all other styles can be derived. I will take students from 7 years up. I have all the references you wish; 75% of my students continue learning/playing after they leave me. Last but not least, I make it a pleasurable experience. No "I hate pi... Read more
Victor
Art Director, Film Editing, Apple Certified Pro
As a conceptual Art Director with broadcast experience for planning, creating and producing TV commercials, I decided to learn Final Cut Pro. After familiarizing myself with the Final Cut Pro interface, with the supplied tutorials, I signed up for classes: Final Cut Pro 7, Final Cut Pro 7 Advanced, Soundtrack Pro and Motion 4. I took my Certification test in February of 2011 and became an Apple Certified Pro for Final Cut Pro 7. I have experience with sound design, music tracks, color correct... Read more
Emily
Certified and Experienced Social Studies Teacher
I have worked for the past 6 years in the Chicago suburbs as a full time social studies teacher. My experience includes United States History, Psychology, World History and Economics. In addition, I have successfully prepared students for the ACT with test prep strategies in reading. I believe it is important for the tutoring experience to be interactive providing both instruction and guidance, but also practice, application and synthesis of the content on the part of the student. My ... Read more
Peter
Math Tutor Pete
I am a math only tutor. It is the subject that has always interested me most. I received a 35 on the math portion of the ACT, and a 760 on the SAT math section. I got As in every high school math class I took, and took and passed all but 2 math classes my college offered. I spent 2 years as a substitute teacher, working with grade levels pre-k through 12 and all subjects at the secondary level. I was assigned three long term (6+ weeks) assignments filling in for secondary math teachers... Read more
Dori
Certified English teacher with MEd and MBA
Hello, I've been in education since 1996. I hold an Illinois teacher certification in 6-12 English language arts. While I have been out of the classroom, I have been heavily involved in tutoring and curriculum development. Currently, I utilize my education background in educational publishing where I am involved in understanding educational theories and developing curriculum aligned to standards. I have a master's degree in education (focus on reading and assessment) and an MBA in marketing... Read more
Merdith
Creative and fun tutor
I taught a special education class for 3 years. I have experience differentiating instruction to fit students individual needs and accommodate their IEPs. I use a variety to techniques, verbal, visual, and kinesthetic, to help students stay on task while I work with them. Read more
Sharon
Science/Math Tutor committed to your success!
I have just retired from teaching Science after 39 years as a classroom instructor at the secondary level in public education, including having instructed GED courses for parents and students who decided to return to school to earn their high school diploma, as well as having instructed students with IEP's and state mandated accommodations to help Read more
Bill
Seasoned English Teacher - Tutor for Writing, Reading, Test Prep
All kids can learn, so it is imperative to meet them where they are and value where they are. From this place of acknowledgement and respect, I feel like I stand a chance of engaging kids in meaningful inquiry of their lives through literature and written expression. Once I know the student, then we can proceed to build on their skills. I listen well, and I encourage students to learn for the sake of learning, not necessarily to improve grades or test scores (although, those improvements wil... Read more
Jamie
ESL tutor with a background in psychology
Hello English Learners! My name is Jamie and I am from Chicago, IL. I have been an ESL teacher for 1 year and I really love it. I have worked with people from all over the world and from different age groups. I have tutored the very young and the old. I have an interactive way of teaching in which the students sets their goals for learning English and I will guide you to them. Outside of my tutoring sessions, I enjoy rescuing cats and dogs. I also enjoy doing Zumba and working out. My favor... Read more