(593) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Prospect Heights
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Hilary
Certified teacher with broad experience, all subjects and needs!
I have been teaching for over 25 years, and I love helping students experience success! There is nothing better than watching that light go on in a student's eyes when he finally grasps a concept he's been struggling with! As a special education teacher, I have worked with students ranging from 3 - 14 years old in all subject areas. I also help students improve their Executive Function skills, such as organization, assignment completion, and time management. I have experience teaching ... Read more
Christina
Fun learning; productive and result guaranteed
I taught myself English back in the early '80s in Beijing, China. When I came to America as a college student in 1988, nobody believed that I was not born and raised in America. This tells you that I know how to study a foreign language on my own. My language skill helped me to finish college and an MBA with honors in America and got me good jobs in corporate America. I used to teach English in China, I have been teaching Chinese at my church, and I tutor Chinese for high school and colle... Read more
L.
Experienced Certified Mandarin Teacher, teaches kids & adults, patient
When I was in China, I taught university students speech and drama. My speeches and papers won province/state competitions. I passed the official National Proficiency Test of Putonghua (Mandarin) with the 2nd grade, A level. I have the Qualification Certificate for Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language. After coming to the U.S., I tutored students and adults alike -- everyday Mandarin and complex Mandarin, respectively. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested in learning Manda... Read more
Shannon
Experienced and energetic tutor with a wide range of interests.
I was lucky enough to be inspired at a young age by some amazing teachers. Because of them, I am a lifetime learner, I love learning new things. That is one of the reasons why I love teaching and tutoring so much. It does not matter how often I have taught something, I feel like I learn something new every time. Sometimes it is just a matter of the students I am working with helping me see something in a completely different light. I always strive to motivate my students to want to learn like... 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
Maggie
Experienced Speech Language Pathologist
- $65 / h
- Arlington Heights , Illinois ( 60005 )
- 20 miles
Working with children has been a dream come true. For many years I worked as an accountant and wanted to work with children. So I went back to school and have been working as a speech pathologist for the past 16 years. I really enjoy my job and the satisfaction I receive from seeing a child improve from the interventions and therapy I can provide. I love that I can make a difference in a child’s life and that I can use my skills and experience to help them to engage more with their peers, ... Read more
Cheryl
Learn to Draw from an Artist and Tutor.
- $65 / h
- Barrington , Illinois ( 60010 )
- 30 miles
Hello Art Students, For many years in all kinds of industries I have drawn artwork for storyboards, courtroom illustrations for the Chicago Tribune and for CBS. Before moving to Chicago I worked for Hallmark in Kansas City designing wrapping papers, sculpting Christmas ornaments and gift items. While working at Hallmark I was given the opportunity to work at Disney studios in California to learn how to render Disney characters for products licensed to Hallmark. It has long been my p... Read more
Edward
Your Success is My Highest Priority
- $65 / h
- 810 ratings
- Barrington , Illinois ( 60010 )
- 25 miles
I have mastered skills in many diverse areas. Determination, confidence, and knowing how to study have been the keys to my success. I focus on helping my students build these fundamental attributes in addition to learning the subject. After 14 years in government-sponsored research, I turned to education out of the desire to work in a more people-centric field. I have been an adjunct math instructor at Harper College for the past nine years. I have taught math courses to students ... Read more
Angie
Effective Dental Educator, TESOL certified, and student centered
- $65 / h
- 63 ratings
- Barrington , Illinois ( 60010 )
- 0 miles
I have 20 years teaching evidence based dentistry at community and 4 year degree programs. I have a passion for dentistry and love to mentor to promote the profession. I am student centered, and approachable. Additionally, I have experience in cirriculum development, research, and evidence based instruction. My focus is on interdisciplinary dentistry, and collaboration. Dental Hygiene Clinical and Business skills Reearch and evidence based dentistry. Clinical Supervision and Community He... Read more
Deborah
Deborah, Gifted teacher 6th, 7th, 8th grades
- $65 / h
- Buffalo Grove , Illinois ( 60089 )
- 15 miles
I have a Masters degree from Northern Illinois University and have taught for 39 years, mostly in middle schools. My expertise is literature with a strong emphasis on writing. During my teaching career, I have had the opportunity to create a writing program in District 21, Wheeling, IL, and continued to use it in District 25, Arlington Heights, IL. My students have enjoyed the opportunity to be creative in their writings and have had the ability to enhance their skills in narrative, persua... Read more
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