(524) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Northbrook
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Timothy
English Tutor with PhD, MFA; Twelve Years Teaching Experience
I have a PhD in English and World Literature, as well as a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, both from the University of Iowa. I am also a published writer of both fiction and nonfiction. After six years as a full-time college teacher (at Grinnell College, the University of California at Riverside, and Vanderbilt), I became a professional writer and editor for educational publishers such as Houghton Mifflin and McGraw-Hill. I believe that one thing that often goes wrong in the clas... Read more
Shelby
Experienced Teacher Specializing in Spanish
Hola! I'm Shelby! I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a double major Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and Health. I went for my Master’s in Teaching at National Louis University. I have 8 years of teaching experience in the United States. I had the opportunity to teach English to students in Spain for a year. As a teacher and tutor I’ve always felt that it was extremely important to make my lessons enjoyable. I’ve also always gone the extra mile to make sure that my students understand the top... Read more
Linda
Ivy League MA; college app. essay help; HS/AP English and French tutor
Following a career as a journalist, I began teaching in 2011 and switched to subbing and tutoring in 2018. I specialize in French (all levels) and English (literature, writing, ACT/SAT/GMAT prep, and college essays), but I also enjoy editing/proofreading research papers and teaching Italian and German. I am patient and kind, and encourage students to reach their potential. Confidence is a key to success; when students feel positive about their progress, they are more motivated to succeed. ... Read more
Kanan
STEM Specialist Tutor with a Passion for Results
Hey there, I'm Kanan! I graduated Cum Laude from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Minor in Psychology. I apply my skills and knowledge daily as a full-time Mechanical Engineer, but there is nothing I enjoy more than using my free time to help students learn, grow, and develop their own skills in STEM topics. My areas of expertise range from physics to calculus, psychology to trigonometry, and much more. I strongly believe tutoring is a coll... Read more
Andrea
6 Years Experience, Specializing in Precalculus and Algebra
Oh hello! I graduated from IWU with two degrees, one in Math and the other Secondary Education. I also have a minor, and therefore endorsement in Theatre Arts. I've been tutoring since I was in high school, as I found that not only was I learning better when I taught, but being able to help my friends understand was far more rewarding. On top of that, I didn't even like math for a long time until I had a particular teacher. So you can imagine I was given quite the role model in her, and I hop... Read more
Mary
Exhibiting 3D artist, published writer on art.
- $65 / h
- 5 ratings
- Highland Park , Illinois ( 60035 )
- 30 miles
I have been a professor of art, ceramics/sculpture, at Columbia College, Chicago, and at School of The Art Institute, Chicago for thirty years. I served as a Trustee at the Evanston Art Center, Evanston, for four years. I was appointed as commissioner for the Highland Park, Illinois Historical Commission for nine years. I have a MFA degree, University of Illinois. I worked on an archaeological excavation in northern Greece for two summers. Excavation was arranged through the Universi... 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
Barb
Votre Prof de Français!
- $65 / h
- 103 ratings
- Highland Park , Illinois ( 60035 )
- 20 miles
I am a retired High School French Teacher who has taught French for 25 years. I love working with all ages of students and very much wish to continue this by tutoring. I have lived and studied in France and have traveled extensively throughout Europe, with France as my focus. If you are looking for a caring and supportive professional, look no further. I am here to help you! I began studying French when I was in the 5th grade and continued throughout middle school, high school and univer... 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
Urmil
Math Instructor: Specializing in Test Prep Math
- $65 / h
- Mount Prospect , Illinois ( 60056 )
- 40 miles
Urmil believes that each child has the potential to succeed when their gaps in understanding are identified. I also adapt the best teaching method based on each student's learning needs. Urmil brings years of experience as a math tutor and teacher working with elementary school, middle school, high school and college math students, as well as students who are home schooling. My specialties include Pre-Algebra, Algebra-I as well as Standardized Test Prep Math for ACT, SAT and PSAT. I offer Ses... Read more
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