(636) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Des Plaines
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Michael
Math Tutoring from an Olympiad Winner
- $80 / h
- 7 ratings
- Franklin Park , Illinois ( 60131 )
- 20 miles
I'm a lifelong lover of math who's here to share my passion and knowledge with the next generation. While studying in grade school and college I competed in numerous math competitions and did very well. I scored a perfect 15 on the AIME and was a USAMO winner (USA math olympiad winner) while in high school and scored in the top 10 on the Putnam while in college. I received my Bachelor's degree in math from Carnegie Mellon University in 2015. Since graduating I have worked in various roles... Read more
John
John's Photography Help
My name is John. I grew up in Glenview, and started shooting when I was in high school at Glenbrook South. I worked my way through college at Columbia College Chicago, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with honors in Photography. You can rest assured if you have film questions, or digital questions I know the answer, or have dealt with it at some point. I am a professional photographer, and when I have spare time, I love to help others looking to learn about photography, and editi... Read more
Dean
Patient Math, Science, Social Studies and Study Skills Tutor
For over 12 years I have worked in education as a teacher's assistant, a tutor, and also as a sub. During my 7 years at a Suburban Middle School I worked as a teacher's assistant teaching math, science, social studies study skills and test taking. I taught in class room settings, small groups and one-on-one sessions. Additionally my duties included working with students in elementary math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra I, science concepts, history and social studies, note taking, and providing... Read more
Georgette
Experienced high school teacher on maternity leave
Hi! I am a licensed and experienced high school teacher. I’ve taught social studies for ten years and am currently on maternity leave looking to still support students through tutoring. I’ve taught AP Government, AP Comparative Government, Honors Government, Government, Honors U.S. History, and World History. While teaching, I was a member of our school’s literacy leadership team where we prepared thoughtful ways to encourage teachers to incorporate literacy strategies in their lessons. Addit... Read more
Isabelle
Licensed Teacher and Experienced Math Tutor
Hi everyone! My name is Isabelle. I’m a recent graduate from the University of Notre Dame where I double majored in math and physics with a concentration in proof-based math. I first began tutoring in high school where I was a peer tutor for my classmates taking pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, chemistry and physics. I really enjoyed this, so I decided to continue working as a peer tutor in college. At Notre Dame, I tutored other undergraduate students i... Read more
EILEEN
TUTOR WITH SOLID MEDICAL BACKGROUND
- $50 / h
- 1 rating
- Hanover Park , Illinois ( 60133 )
- 30 miles
I am a foreign-licensed medical doctor from the Philippines, now US based as a legal permanent resident. I have a 14 year experience in teaching Anatomy-Physiology, Histology, Microbiology and Parasitology to Nursing, Dental Medicine and Clinical Laboratory Science students in 2 major universities. For this, I was awarded a Distinguished Award in 2010. I was also a practicing clinician and pathologist. Right now, I am a visiting professor at DeVry University and the University of Phoenix, ... Read more
Alka
Science and Hindi Tutor
- $35 / h
- 1 rating
- Hanover Park , Illinois ( 60133 )
- 10 miles
My name is Alka. I am a science graduate with a PhD degree in Genetics, MS in biotechnology and BS in botany. I believe teaching young kids requires immense patience and a knack for explaining difficult concepts in easy, fun ways. Learning science or languages, a clear understanding of basic concepts and practice helps in mastering the subject I create science lesson plans based on individual needs followed by practice material. First I understand the need of the student, as to which part of... Read more
Audrey
Experienced Certified English Teacher
- $65 / h
- 92 ratings
- Highland Park , Illinois ( 60035 )
- 25 miles
Hello! I'm Audrey. I've recently moved back to Chicago. In May, I earned my MA in English Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Before that I taught English in Japan for more than 6 years. While I was in Japan, I taught children and adults of all levels. I have taught in classrooms, small groups, and private lessons. After the earthquake, I had opportunities to work with children from Fukushima in an after-school program. As your teacher, I can create lesson plans from books... Read more
Pamela
Advertising Copywriter/Creative Director
- $63 / h
- 1 rating
- Highland Park , Illinois ( 60035 )
- 10 miles
I have been a professional writer in Advertising since I graduated college. As a creative director, I nurtured younger/newer writers to become better in their field. I also edited 3 novels and 1 screenplay during this time. I ran my own writing consultant company and at the same time, tutored writing at the Writing Lab at a local High School for four years. Additionally, they asked me to be on the writing curriculum committee there. I have been a professional writer for many years. I en... Read more
Eugene
Professional Scientist and Tutor/Mentor
- $60 / h
- 2 ratings
- Highland Park , Illinois ( 60035 )
- 15 miles
I am a professional scientist for more than 40 plus years and have spent close to 10 plus years as a tutor/mentor through my affiliation with the American Chemical Society working with H.S. and College students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. I am a member and am active on the High School and College Education Committees within the ACS organization. I am very passionate about tutoring and mentoring students and can convey complex subjects into a format that is understandable to... Read more
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