(1079) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 60161
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Julie
Former Elementary Teacher Specializing in Reading, Writing and Math
I am a former special education teacher with a Kindergarten through grade 12 license. My areas of education experience include reading, writing and math for elementary students. I have earned my Master's in Teaching, and enjoyed teaching elementary school for three years prior to my current job. I believe that every student has the potential to learn and every student needs a unique learning technique. Students need to form connections to real world problems in order to successfully lear... Read more
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
Laura
Experienced Teacher/Tutor: Reading/Writing, Math, Sci. Exec. Func.
I am a retired teacher, private tutor and adjunct professor with a love of teaching and learning. I have over twenty years teaching experience and over ten years private tutoring experience. I am qualified to tutor in all subject areas with special emphasis on reading, writing, math, science and executive function/test taking skills. I nurture strong relationships with my clients. I specialize in reluctant and/or disillusioned students and am successful in making my students love learning... 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
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
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
Scott
Reading, Writing, Public Speaking
I have a PhD in behavioral psychology and spent several years training students to work in educational settings. Behavioral psychology is the study of learning and how our environment and interactions with others influences our approach. I spent years as a professor working with students using techniques based on these principles and designing activities and lessons to train people in their use. As such, the lessons I design involve lots of practice and lots of feedback. To teach reading ... 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
Amanda
Sociology, Research, and Writing Expert
I have always had a knack for Sociology and Writing/Editing -- I have a bachelor's and master's in Sociology. I can help you understand topics and theories and will make it fun for you. I have taught Sociology at the college level and love helping students understand this wonderful subject :) I can also help with writing and editing too. For fun I love music, fitness, and being outdoors. I read about sociology every day and consider it a huge part of my life as well. I look forward ... Read more