(274) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Oak Forest
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Elias
"Classically trained, highly qualified, Ph.D."
I'm a very patient and effective tutor for young adults, both in individual and small group settings. I have broad teaching experience, and a knack for communication which tends to quiet fears and instill enthusiasm. In addition to an undergraduate degree in English, with a minor in History, I have a PhD. in Philosophy from the University of Chicago, with extensive work in Logic and Classical Languages. I have taught Logic courses at Louisiana State University and at Roosevelt University ... Read more
Jackie
Patient and Knowledgeable Tutor Specializing in ESL and K-6 Reading
I am passionate about the learning process and helping others exceed their potential. As a trained ESL instructor and parent reading volunteer I have witnessed the joy of students doing something they didn't think they could. For ESL students, I focus on their short and long term goals i.e. written and/or oral language, writing, citizenship testing, and those language questions that affect their day-to-day life. I will assign relevant homework that will directly focus on the student's needs... Read more
Eric
Experienced Spanish/Social Studies Teacher-Tutor
I have been a High School Spanish and Social Studies Educator for over 17 years. I have taught Spanish I through Spanish IV Honors. I also teach Civics/Government, Geography, World History and U.S. History courses. I have helped many students catch up to pace with their class and regain missed credits. I have also helped other students work to advance themselves by taking summer courses so they could take AP and Honors classes during the regular school year. Whether you are struggling to ... Read more
Emily
English Literature Tutor
I'm Emily. I graduated from Valparaiso University with an Bachelor of Arts in English and a Japanese minor. I have experience editing and proofreading papers that I myself have written, as well as ones that others have written and needed my help looking over. What I enjoy most about helping others when it comes to literature is the fact that I want them to do better than anyone else when it comes to both understanding the literature, along with writing the best paper that they can which per... Read more
Jennifer
School Teacher for 10 Years
I know that brain plasticity is a direct function of learning. Let me help you to develop your mind! You don't have to struggle and suffer learning a new concept, topic or skill. I Teaching is my second profession. I started working in the financial market at the Chicago Meritile Exchange and I fell in love with patterns in the currencies market and started to trade for myself the next five years. I started to question what was missing from my life and it was working with children. I l... Read more
Adam
Adam - Social Studies/History Teacher
Hi! My name is Adam. I have been obsessed with all types of history for my entire life. Along with being a history nerd, I am also a full blown music, art, movie, and book nerd. I got my bachelors degree from UIC and have spent time teaching social studies at Back of the Yards College Prep. Teaching is a passion for me and watching people make progress in a subject that they find difficult is the most rewarding thing! I find that everyone is able to be successful in any subject area with the ... Read more
Salimah
Special Education ,Math, Reading, Study skills, Test Prep
I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I have over 10 years experience teaching and tutoring grades pre-k-adults. I have a Master of Arts in Elementary Education and a Master of Science in Special Education. I have a passion for teaching and tutoring. I decided to become a tutor because, I noticed the gaps children received in the education process. The large classrooms did not meet the needs of students; with extra help and an individualized program students were able to ... Read more
Christine
Certified Secondary Math Teacher
Possessing exceptional content knowledge is extremely important. Beyond the content, I believe the skills and attributes that are necessary to be an outstanding teacher are patience and understanding. As a teacher we must be patient with our students because not all students learn at the same pace or in the same way. I feel that all students are capable of learning and mastering the material with proper guidance. We must also be understanding of our students, every students comes to us from d... Read more
Tara
Elementary School Teacher Looking to Tutor K-8 Students Summer
Hi! My name is Tara and I am interested in tutoring this summer. I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Elementary Education. I am endorsed in Reading, Language Arts, and Social Studies. This past school year, I worked in a third grade classroom, taught a 2nd grade remedial math program, coached a 3rd and 4th grade soccer club, and will be teaching summer school at the third and fourth grade level. I have experience working with students ranging from kindergarten to fifth... Read more
Ruth
Ruth E Biology and Chemistry
I feel so lucky that I have found a career that connects my love of science and information with my interest in people. I was not always a teacher, I originally worked in laboratory settings in a corporate environment doing "science". After seeking a more family friendly career, I did not have to look far to know that teaching sparked many of my passions including kids, science, information, skill development in a meaningful community such as a high school classroom. I have taught in a pu... Read more
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