(87) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 60471
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Katie
Katie: an English teacher who wants to see you succeed!
I am a certified English/Language Arts teacher who has taught grades 9-12 for 8 years. I have an undergraduate degree in English and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Teaching is a large part of who I am and I am a firm believer that one-on-one tutoring is powerful for students. I am only available for online tutoring in the evenings at this time and charge $50 per hour. I would love to help you with writing assignments, literature, public speaking, reading strategies, ACT p... Read more
Jennifer
Teacher with 20+ youthful years of experience!
I am a teacher with 25 years experience ranging from preschool through 12th grade. I have worked with students with an IEP, at-risk students, average students, as well as high-achieving students. I am currently working as a high school special education teacher who co-teaches in the areas of English, PSAE prep, trig/advanced math, and geometry. I have specialized in reading as well. It is evident that I am flexible in the workplace as my administrators trust me to be a person who not only... Read more
Harita
Retired teacher/microbiologist looking to help students
I have extensive experience (25+ years) teaching and tutoring students from various backgrounds and ages. I have taught at the college level as well as tutored both of my children from grade school all the way until college. My passion is teaching and helping others. I feel that I have an affinity for targeting students' strengths and weaknesses and can deliver educational material in an easy to understand manner. I have studied mathematics since I was a young girl and have always had a f... Read more
Dena
ESL & English Tutor
I first started tutoring English as a Second language (ESL) when I moved to South Korea in 2009. It began as a favor for a friend, but then I realized how fun and fulfilling it was. Since then, I have tutored people of all ages (elementary, middle, and high school students, as well as adults) in both one-on-one and group settings. I have also taught ESL in a classroom setting at a South Korean elementary school. Along with Korean students, I have worked with many refugees and immigrants here... Read more
Arnell
Seasoned Tutor (with a great sense of humor) in Music/Fitness plus!
Life's journey has included a quest for learning. I desire to share knowledge in a variety of subject areas with those who are willing to learn. I believe in finding answers when an unresolved question is at hand. I have a strong sense for detail and accuracy. My number one passion is music. I have been playing the piano for over three decades. I teach piano and voice to students ages 5 - 70. As a piano teacher, I delight in helping students learn the basics of playing , music theory a... Read more
Myriam
Native French Speaker
I am a native French Speaker born in Haiti and raised in Quebec, Canada and Chicago. I have traveled and lived in France, Spain, England, and Germany. I am also fluent in Spanish, and have been teaching both French and Spanish, from kindergarten to university level for the past seven years. I am currently writing my thesis and will receive my master's degree in Fall 2013 along with K-12 certification in French with a Spanish endorsement. I have been tutoring English to ESL students since col... Read more
James
Criminal Justice
Licensed to practice law in 1979, I have tried many criminal and juvenile cases, and even mental commitment hearings, among others. Advising working police officers and police departments has shown me both sides of criminal law. My law enforcement experience includes direct supervision, operational planning, canine patrol, firearms and ammunition, training, and advising a police department, including direct on-street legal advice for officers, and as judge in a municipal ordinance court. ... Read more
Amy
Certified 6-12 and Beyond English Teacher
I am a 33-year-old recent college graduate with a B.A. in English and grades 6-12 English teaching certification from Illinois State University. My teaching/tutoring experience ranges from elementary school,high school and undergraduate levels. I have taught American literature, essay writing, and creative writing classes using a variety of approaches including, cooperative learning and direct instruction. I believe that an essential part of teaching is giving students the tools to discove... Read more
Jessie
Helping kids be the best they can be
I love helping kids achieve their best. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a school. I've worked with kids with behavioral problems and helped problem behaviors decrease to allow more room for learning. I love seeing that moment when a subject "clicks" with a student and they finally understand it. I've run a "95% group" which helps students who struggle with basic reading skills such as blends. I'm a creative problem solver so I love to find new ways to teach kids. Some... Read more
David
Math and Computer Science Instructor
I am currently a high school teacher in a South suburb of Chicago, and I have worked in the same district for the last 15 years. I am licensed to teach Secondary Education, with endorsements in Mathematics and Business Computer Programming. Every year, I typically teach courses in Algebra and Geometry, as well as AP Computer Science (Programming in Java). In the past, I have also taught Probability and Statistics, and other computer programming courses, such as C, C++ and Web Programming. ... Read more