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Alexsia
PhD in Microbiology for Microbiology and Genetics Tutoring
My desire to teach arose during my undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Like many students I had both good and bad professors during my time at school but what intrigued me was what made a good professor so engaging and likewise what made the bad professors so unbearable. All too often science is presented as a blur of long words, and complicated equations. While these are certainly elements of scientific research, such a heavy emphasis on this during the early yea... Read more
Bernard
World Languages and Writing
I taught German and Spanish for 9 years in public and private high schools and middle schools in the Chicago area. To become fluent I spent one year in Germany and a summer in Barcelona, Spain learning Spanish. In recent years, I have traveled in Mexico, Argentina, Costa Rica, Venezuela and other Spanish speaking countries. This experience gives me the breadth of Spanish language and culture. Over the past few years I have developed a love of Chicago history and culture and have worked as a... Read more
Sandra
Sandy B-Wordsmith and English Pro
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Theater from Cleveland State University, where I focused primarily on directing. Since moving to Chicago, I was involved in forming two small theater troupes: Wild Onion Theater, which did experimental, audience interactive theater, in the 80's, and I have been a writer, co-producer, director, and actor for Democracy B Read more
Madalina
Effective and Patient Math Tutor
I have been a mathematics tutor in the Chicago area for over ten years now. I’ve tutored students ranging from elementary to high school, helping them not only raise their grades and test scores, but gain the confidence needed to excel and achieve on their own. Different students have different needs, and to explain anything from simple to complex concepts, I take a personalized approach on a student-to-student basis. I have extensive experience in elementary math, algebra, trigonometry, geom... Read more
Kenny
Experienced Math Tutor
I am an Illinois State certified Mathematics teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching and tutoring students in math. During my past years of teaching Mathematics, I've worked with students of many different ages and abilities. I specialize in teaching and tutoring Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, ACT, pre-calculus, Calculus, and ACT Mathematics. I'm also capable of working with students of different grade levels. In the meantime, references will be given u... Read more
Robert
Experienced ESL Instructor
I began teaching ESL in 2002 In Minneapolis, Minnesota. I worked with immigrants who had a very minimal understanding of English, and I also worked with young adults who were hoping to get into American universities and colleges. I bring a passion for language and learning to every minute of my interactions with students. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are all skills I can help you with. I can help you develop a love for the English language! ... Read more
Katherine
Experienced Literature Teacher, ACT Reading, Literacy Specialist
I am an experienced Literature and English teacher who is well versed in preparing students for standardized tests such as the EXPLORE, PLAN, and the ACT. In my career, I have also had the opportunity to work with many struggling readers and writers, and my Master's program in Reading & Literacy is further helping me determine new ways to help young and struggling students in the areas of vocabulary, word recognition, phonics, phonemic awareness, blending, listening, speaking, and writing. ... Read more
Brian
Experienced Math & English Tutor
I am located in Chicago neighborhood of Uptown/Lakeview. I have 25 years of experience teaching middle school & lower high school English, Math & Science. I am the father of five, including two high school students. My method is instruction is client focused, not subject focused. I concentrate on teaching the subject process of solving a problem or completing an assignment. I do not just give the answers, I work with the client to "think through" the process of t... Read more
Alexis
Multi-Faceted Tutor
Hello to potential tutees! I might seem a little specialized, but I also might be just what some student needs. My main area of study is in Art History (Ph.D. student), which might help with any art appreciation or art history course you are taking, but my studies in college lead to a major in economics and a minor in both biology and psychology, which I am also pretty strong in. So, if any of these areas are the areas in which you need help, let me know!... Read more
Claire
Experience ESL and Reading Tutor
Hello all! My name is Claire, and welcome to my page! Let me first tell you a little about myself. I am TESOL/TEFL certified, and I have experience teaching students from ages 3-12 English in South Korea. I have done some private tutoring in the past, and am looking to find some new students to work with here in Chicago! I really enjoy working with children and adults, and I love the challenge of making learning interesting and fun. I think learning good reading and writing skills are ... Read more