Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Mundelein, IL

...for 25 years. I have also co-taught in social studies and science classrooms. I have a Master's in Education & Curriculum, a Master's in Educational Leadership, and a Master's in Literacy Education. I have worked as an Illinois state-certified high school reading specialist for the past several years. My daily classes involve working with struggling...

...belief system, a loose thread that I hadn't quite considered or secured. And gently, he would pull. What followed was a gradual unraveling of my certitude, an opening up to the mysteries of freedom and moral responsibility and choice. I wouldn't say I have a firmer grasp of those concepts today than I did when...

...unique potential. This means that I will work to help students complete their assigned material with their previously gained knowledge and current, relevant interests. Who wants to learn something that doesn't seem to matter, or is uninteresting? No one. I hope to make your tutoring experience positive, enjoyable and well worth your time. Living is...

...and calculus. I am an individual who truly believes that tutoring provides the extra help necessary for any student to succeed in what they put their mind to. With just a little help, only you can explore what you are truly possible of achieving. To me, there is nothing better than building a student's confidence...

...and tutoring, I sing in a couple of groups and play jazz piano. I also love art - all kinds, particularly public art. I love the murals and sculpture that are part of the landscape of Chicago, where I live. I read all different kinds of materials, but especially American literature, both North and South.

...in Women's and Gender Studies, my thesis entitled "Building Community with Students in Women's and Gender Studies Classes: Workshops for Cultivating Power-Awareness, Accountability, and Collectivity." I still use this work I've built volunteering with my local night school program as the Facilitation Team lead. Looking forward on collaborating on your work with writing, literature, and...

...also believe that a student has a responsibility to put in their best effort as well. Although I do love teaching English and Spanish, there are many other things I love to do. In my free time I enjoy reading, singing, playing the piano, ballroom dancing, Zumba, trying new foods, traveling, and watching movies with...

...the subjects I majored in (biology, genetics, English, literature, writing, and creative writing) as well as my favorite hobby, the trumpet. I can also teach some beginner-to-intermediate math and Spanish. In addition, I have plenty of experience with standardized tests (the ACT, SAT, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature and Composition, and AP Calculus BC exams)...

...students of all ages for 7 years. I hold a master's degree in applied behavior analysis and a bachelor's degree in economics and statistics. My main focus is always on building confidence and independence in students. You don't have to be shy about asking questions- I'll keep working until you're comfortable with the concepts. My...

...college level course for over a decade. I believe that there are common themes that students posses that can impede their learning. A key element is self confidence in their ability to learn. I believe in building up a student's confidence as they learn a subject so they can retain the information and can apply...

...make a difference in anybody's life. It could be one person or the world - it would mean everything to me. I want the chance to help people, and do something that could make them happy. It is this reason that I decided to study Political Science and Latin America & Latino Studies in the...

...brought over from the mother country and try to have Sunday dinners each week. My husband and I have a passion for traveling and have visited a handful of European countries. On my lazy days, you can find me binge-watching a tv show that has been done and over with for years!... I believe that a tutor should never assume that a student knows something. Patience and kindness are the best ways to get a student...

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...History. I am also a great tutor for most subjects K-6. I believe that education is for everyone and that everyone deserves to feel like they belong in the academic world. I work my hardest to ensure that every kid I interact with feels excited to learn and has self-confidence in their skills.

...There is nothing more important that an education (except one's health). No one can take an education away from you. When you truly learn something, you never lose it. I'm here to help you learn, not just to memorize or finish work for the sake of finishing it. I want to help you apply what...

...I can help students by providing challenging practice problems, way to remember formulas, and other strategies to improve their test taking skills. I primarily work with middle school and high school kids, particularly in Algebra 1/2, Precalculus, Biology, and Chemistry. By understand a student's learning style, I always try to incorporate real world examples to...

...that taught me to enjoy and succeed in subjects that I never liked, and plan on using similar methods to help other students. I know that traditional educational methods are not the best for everyone, so I would love to be able to help struggling students as much as I possibly can, since I have...

...are interested in working with me, I'll make sure to fully hear your students needs to make sure that we are working towards a common goal. I've had experience collaborating with classroom teachers as well. Please also check out my resume so you can see my credentials and teaching experiences. I look forward to the...

...sections on standardized tests (specifically the ACT and GRE). Growing up with parents as teachers I learned early on the importance of the work that takes place both in and out of a classroom that ensures student success. I'm a staunch proponent of the transformative power of education and in my spare time I enjoy...

...world. I am currently working on my Master's degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in English and plan to eventually teach in high schools here in Chicago. Part of what I love about teaching is learning form my students. They might not know it, but I learn as much from them as they do...