(1347) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 60640
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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
Elizabeth
Creative Writing Tutor
I am a current graduate student at Columbia College where I am writing a novel which also is my thesis. I wrote and performed a one woman show when living in Los Angeles. I decided I loved writing more than acting. I have tutored fiction writing at Columbia College for the past two years and taught Columbia College's Story Workshop method to a fifth grade class at Paul Revere Intermediate School. Why do I love about tutoring? Everything. Guiding a student from a story's begining to end. H... Read more
Arlene
I am a retired school teacher & an author of 40+ children's books
- $35 / h
- 6 ratings
- Morton Grove , Illinois ( 60053 )
- 5 miles
I am a retired special education and ELL teacher of special education with 27 years experience. I am also the author of approximately 40 books for young people. My books have won many awards, such as Notable Books in Social Studies, and Children's Choice Awards. As a teacher, I was in charge of my school's Young Authors' program and encouraged many students to become better writers and readers. Because of my writing knowledge our school had two district and three city-wide wins. In additio... Read more
Dan
Pro musician/performer toured the world & performed on Broadway
- $80 / h
- 5 ratings
- Morton Grove , Illinois ( 60053 )
- 8 miles
I have been giving private guitar lessons since 1994 at various music stores throughout the Chicagoland area - Pro Am Music in Downers Grove '94 to '98, Offbeat Music in Lake Zurich 2001 to 2008, Minstrel Music in Niles 2008 to 2012, School of Rock in Highwood and teaching out of my own home studio in Morton Grove. I truly believe that a big part of being a complete artist is giving back and showing others how to do it. I get great rewards from seeing my students move forward. And I want them... Read more
Bonnie
HS 7 College Certified Teacher, U of I Masters in Biology
- $65 / h
- 5 ratings
- Morton Grove , Illinois ( 60053 )
- 10 miles
The field of biology is an amazing interconnected fabric of life! Every living thing is connected in some way to every other living thing creating a dynamic rare planet of amazing beauty and wonder. The fundamental level of functioning of biology is chemistry, so it is imperative to understand a little bit of chemistry to truly appreciate biology. Once a person gains a level of appreciation for these ideas and becomes empowered to master them, the curiosity and amazement can take over and... Read more
Joshua
Theatre Teacher: Acting, Improv, Shakespeare Skills, and Dialects
I have worked as an education associate and teaching artist in non-profit theatre for over 6 years. I have worked with a variety of students in: acting, Shakespeare, improv, scene study, script analysis, playwriting, and production. In addition to my teaching qualifications, I have a demonstrated background working in professional theatre and a BA Read more
Rebekah
Experienced Spanish teacher and tutor, at your service!
Is your high schooler saying "Buenos Nachos", when they should be saying "Buenas Noches"? Planning a trip to Latin America, and would like to brush up on your Spanish skills before you go? Want to give your children a foundation for becoming competent Spanish-speakers before they enroll in school? Do you work in an environment with Spanish-speaking clientele, and would like to better communicate with them? I can help! With three years of experience as a high school Spanish ... Read more
Seung
portfolio photography photoshop
- $45 / h
- Morton Grove , Illinois ( 60053 )
- 20 miles
My background is primarily in photography but now through, my experience and the time I spent as a teaching assistant in the photo department of the SAIC, I am more concerned with visual media and digital working processes. I’ve gained the skill of organizing and creating an efficient curriculum for teaching and managing a group of people who are interested in the art community. I have an attitude toward difficult works which I run in everyday life which is mainly positive. Being an interna... Read more
Danti
Math and Excel Tutor
- $60 / h
- 301 ratings
- Morton Grove , Illinois ( 60053 )
- 15 miles
I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago with emphasis in mathematics. I am a full time Engineer and enjoy tutoring Math. I tutor K-6 math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. My style uses solid Math teaching and Communication Skills coupled with patience, encouragement and positive reinforcements. I am married and a father of a boy and a girl and enjoy teaching my kids math. Both o... Read more
Nicole
Math, Science, Engineering and Test Prep
I was raised in a family of educators and realized the joys of sharing knowledge with others at a young age. I started tutoring and assistant teaching in 8th grade. I continued in this pattern into my years at Northwestern University with the Center for Talent Development program. From my experiences, I understand that the learning process is a journey. As a tutor, my goal is to help my students discover the joy and power of mastering that journey. I specialize in tutoring all levels of... Read more