(572) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 60155
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Kirstin
Highly Qualified Teacher
I have been teaching for the past 16 years. I have taught second and third grades and currently teach first grade. I strive to create a safe, nurturing and exciting classroom in which all students feel successful. I work with a very diverse group of students and am constantly searching for new materials and strategies to ensure student success. I use data from a wide variety of resources to reach each one of my students. I am a highly qualified teacher in each of the core subjects a... Read more
Matthew
Where We're Going We Don't Need Roads (Doc Brown)
I have been a college instructor for five years. I've mainly taught introductory college composition courses; however, I have a strong background in literature. I like to think of my teaching philosophy as a mixture between the Socratic Method and avant-garde theater. I say this because I like to continually question the students until they arrive at the answer I am looking for, rather than directly tell them the answer I’m looking for. At the same time, I like to make analogies through cu... Read more
Alexis
Reading Specialist with K-2 Focus
Hello! I recently received my Reading Specialist licensure from DePaul University, and have been working one on one with clients for 2+ years. I specialize in early reading skills such as phomenic awareness, letter/sound knowledge, phonics, spelling, decoding, and beginning reading skills. I love working with students to help them set and accomplish goals for their reading! I have spent the past 6 years in K-2 classrooms, with a focus on providing interventions for at-risk students. If you... Read more
Chris
Software Engineer Looking to Teach Others
Hi, my name is Chris and I am currently a Software Engineer working in Chicago. I have been tutoring since high school and I believe one of the best ways to keep your skills sharp is to help others by sharing knowledge and experience. I pride myself on being very flexible in my approach to best accommodate a wide variety of learning styles and preferences. Above all, I love helping others, and getting to share knowledge about topics I am passionate about is certainly an added bonus. I pride m... Read more
Rachel
Experienced Writing and Study Skills Tutor
Hi! I am a graduate of Oberlin College where I majored in religion and classics. For three years at Oberlin I worked as a writing tutor, both in the drop-in writing center in the library, and as a course-specific tutor for various classes. My senior year I studied abroad at Oxford University where I got to study with some of the most knowledgeable professors and brightest students. I also graduated with high honors for my degree in religion. From my work as a writing tutor, and as a student ... Read more
Gregory
University of Chicago Econ Graduate Specializing in Test Prep
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago with a bachelor's in Economics, looking to tutor part time in math and test prep. I have achieved 99th percentile in all sections of both ACT and SAT, and am looking to share my experience and knowledge. I have tutored throughout my high school years in classrooms as well as in private sessions for a variety of test prep subjects and certain school math concepts like Algebra and Geometry. I have also worked as a tutor for another online tutoring pl... Read more
Kyle
Experienced tutor specializing in science, programming, and math
Hi! I'm Kyle. I recently completed my PhD in cognitive neuroscience from the University of California, Davis. Before grad school, I completed my B.S. in psychology (with a minor in biology) from the University of Pittsburgh. My graduate work was heavily focused toward computer programming and data analysis, and I love teaching these skills to students. In addition to computer programming, I'm a science nerd in general. I'd enjoy sharing my knowledge of everything from abnormal psychology t... Read more
Lauren
6+ years of middle school/elementary math experience
I currently work as an instructional coach in a charter school on the far south side of the city. I coach and support our 4-8th grade teachers in curriculum design and classroom execution aligned to Common Core. For the previous 3 years, I was the founding 5th grade math teacher at our school and consistently achieved an average of 2 years of growth as measured by NWEA Map testing. I have particular expertise is helping students master basic operations, including operations with fractions an... Read more
Declan
Experienced, Professional, and Personable ACT/SAT prep tutor
Hello, My name is Declan M. and I am a private ACT/SAT tutor as well as the founder of my own tutoring webpage. If you are looking for top-notch test prep for your son or daughter, I believe I can help them achieve their goals with rates far below what private test prep companies charge. I have been a private tutor since 2014, and I focus on providing individualized instruction for students that fits their learning style best. My lessons help them learn the test content, test taking skills... Read more
Molly
Medical Student with a teaching backing looking to help
I was a High School teacher for three years. I taught anatomy and physiology, chemistry, biology, organic chemistry, and physics. I am currently a medical student tutoring incoming medical students to prepare for school. I have my Master's in the Art of Teaching (MAT) with a focus on secondary education, and I love teaching. I enjoy tutoring because I love science, and I love spreading the joy of learning science. I went to school at the University of Colorado to study integrat... Read more