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Colette
Reading and Writing - no 'rithmetic
I love reading and writing, and I love helping other people fall in love with the written English language. I have written a blog in the past, and will soon return to blogging. I have written employee handbooks, job descriptions, business letters, family histories, company minutes, and many other writing assignments. I minored in English in college, and have never stopped learning. When I write, my goals are clarity and brevity. My writing is as long as it needs to be but no longer, and ... Read more
Abraham
Energetic, Fun and Experienced Tutor
I've worked with youth and teens almost every year since graduating high school. I've worked for different youth center organizations in Utah, Hawaii, Oregon, and California where I’m originally from. I’m currrntly working full time as a youth mental health therapist. Basically I love working around youth (adolescents) and assisting them with any types of activities, sports, school etc. I grew speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. I also have many years experience with Spanish tutoring, ... Read more
Erik
humanities and social sciences
Although having completed degrees in religion, psychology and philosophy my actual educational background is broader. Having been an academic dean, I was able to take graduate coursework in a various fields for fourteen years after completing two graduate degrees. More importantly, I read a lot. Additionally, I used to be an editor of and remain a writer for a vetted academic journal in the field of classics and ancient history. As such, both for that job and outside of it, I have extensi... Read more
John
Experienced certified teacher of elementary through college
- $55 / h
- 27 ratings
- Des Plaines , Illinois ( 60016 )
- 5 miles
I am a certified teacher in Illinois in English, Language Arts, Social Studies, Psychology, and German. I have taught students in all three levels and instructed in more than 40 college courses as an adjunct professor for 12 colleges. I have successful experience with many nationalities, social classes, inner-city and suburban students, and community programs for adults and immigrants of all ages. I would love to equip and enable your child to achieve the success you both desire. I person... Read more
Richard
Patient and Knowledgeable Tutor for Math
Hi, are you looking for a friendly math tutor? Somebody that not only helps with homework, but explains basic concepts and procedures, so you can eventually do the homework on your own. Better yet, ace the test. . I began tutoring in college where I worked as a peer tutor in math. Since then I have worked with people at many different levels including GED students, college students, and adult learners. I love teaching and have a patient, easygoing manner. I understand that learning new materi... Read more
Beth
Biology/Science for Everyone!
My first Biology class, in 6th grade, sealed the deal - this was definitely what I wanted to study. I wasn't naturally good in math and chemistry, so I took extra courses in those subjects in college. I've been teaching since my senior year in college, starting with a course in Human Biology for non-science majors at Brown University. Working on my PhD, I taught General Biology, Human Anatomy (with cadavers), and Vertebrate Anatomy; and also assisted on a 3-week ecology field trip in Mex... Read more
Delia
Science and/or Spanish Tutor
- $50 / h
- 16 ratings
- Brookfield , Illinois ( 60513 )
- 15 miles
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago looking for an opportunity to utilize my extensive science background to motivate and inspire children and adults to excel in fields of science. My passion for science education is demonstrated by my time and commitment to mentoring, training and supervising young minds while obtaining my doctoral degree. I trained and mentored at least three different undergraduate students with little science experience in hopes that they would find science as fa... Read more
Martha
Enthusiastic Liberal Arts Tutor
I love to learn, and I love to share my expertise with other people. I've taught elementary school students, college freshmen and graduate students. As an Ivy League alumna with two master’s degrees, I am fluent in a wide range of academic subjects for success in school and on standardized tests. As an avid Francophile, I’m particularly interested in tutoring French. I've lived there, travel there often, and love helping others to enjoy the language and culture. I also have wide academic... Read more
Arlene
I am a retired school teacher & an author of 40+ children's books
- $35 / h
- 6 ratings
- Morton Grove , Illinois ( 60053 )
- 5 miles
I am a retired special education and ELL teacher of special education with 27 years experience. I am also the author of approximately 40 books for young people. My books have won many awards, such as Notable Books in Social Studies, and Children's Choice Awards. As a teacher, I was in charge of my school's Young Authors' program and encouraged many students to become better writers and readers. Because of my writing knowledge our school had two district and three city-wide wins. In additio... Read more
Scott
Experienced Social Science and English Tutor
Hello! My name is Scott. I am an Illinois certified teacher for grades K-12 in the subjects of Social Sciences and English. I look forward in helping you in written composition (including grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, proofreading), Literature, Ancient Civilizations, World History, American History, Geography, Sociology, and Political Science. I am available to tutor both weeknights and weekends. I look forward in hearing from you and helping you in your course work!... Read more