(636) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Des Plaines
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Anton
Self-taught Visual C++ Developer/Mentor with 19 years of experience
- $80 / h
- 55 ratings
- Buffalo Grove , Illinois ( 60089 )
- 40 miles
I am a Windows software developer who has developed custom physical computing and data acquisition software applications for a major international corporation since 2001. That's my day job. I also work as a mentor and tutor for software developers, I am available from 5 pm to 10 pm US Central Time every evening and I am usually available on appointment on the weekends. I prefer to work online but I will meet a student for live sessions if the distance is relatively close to me. I have be... Read more
James
TEFL certified teacher
My name is James Scott and I have been an ESL teacher for the past 10 years. I lived in the Czech Republic and taught students of all ages and all levels. Most of my classes (on average 25 hours a week) were with children, but I taught adults at night and during the morning for private lessons. I’ve taught 3-hour kindergarten classes, grammar for 8 year-olds, conversation for teenagers who don’t want to be in school, test preparation, business English, and conversation for seniors who wa... Read more
David
Experienced tutor in high school and college math; M.S. in math
- $35 / h
- 117 ratings
- Lincolnshire , Illinois ( 60069 )
- 25 miles
I have been tutoring since I was in high school. I am patient with all levels of students, and my explanations are clear and insightful. My examples are relevant and instructive. I don't mind repeating or reviewing material, as needed by the student. I have a secure grasp of concepts and problem-solving skills for all levels of math through calculus and differential equations. I have taught math at the junior college level for 8 years. The subjects I have taught include pre-algebra, algebra... Read more
John
Stanford PhD Tutor in GRE, SAT, ACT, Math, Essay Writing
- $85 / h
- 9 ratings
- Lincolnshire , Illinois ( 60069 )
- 35 miles
I'm John! I graduated with a PhD in civil engineering from Stanford and a BS in mechanical engineering from Harvard. I have 13 years experience working with youth and am passionate about helping students achieve their maximum learning potential, whether in a specific subject - math, science, reading, or writing - or while navigating the college admissions process. In college I appreciated having professors break down complex material into simple, easy-to-follow steps. I take this approach wi... Read more
Katherine
Grad Student in Education at Northwestern for Spanish Tutoring
Hello, I'm Katherine! I graduated from Marquette University with a double major in Spanish and International Affairs in 2018, and I am currently enrolled at Northwestern University to get my master's in education with a focus in teaching Spanish. Before joining Wyzant's platform, I was a homework helper for grade schoolers, an assistant in an ESL class for adults, and a participant in a weekly club where I helped my friends learn Spanish. Anybody can become fluent and confident in a new lang... Read more
Michael
TOP 10% WYZANT TUTOR!!! 630 FIVE STAR RATINGS!!! ACT/SAT!!!
- $75 / h
- 683 ratings
- Vernon Hills , Illinois ( 60061 )
- 20 miles
I have worked in a hospital the last 2 years in a direct patient setting. I recently took the NLN exam which is a precursor to nursing school and scored in the 98% on 3 hours of sleep scoring in the nineties in all sections. I have taken CNA course, anatomy, physiology, and training courses at the hospital. Read more
Adrian
Life long learner is my life passion
I worked my entire life with math, as student for 16 years and as a teacher for 30 years, so I believe that I can help you succeed. I love to work 1 on 1 with someone who really wants to do well in math. In my long career I had all kind of students, who liked or not mathematics, who had skin of any color, coming from all kind of environments, and I believed I helped everyone, but it is true that some people need more time than others to be good in math. I taught all subjects in math starti... Read more
Cheryl
Become an indepent learner and discover your own potential
- $35 / h
- 49 ratings
- Arlington Heights , Illinois ( 60004 )
- 5 miles
I am currently a second grade teacher and have over twenty years of teaching experience in grades K-5. I have a passion for teaching and believe that all students can learn and tailor my lessons to a students individual needs. My job as a teacher is to help the student find their full potential and feel successful. I want to motivate my students and help them to build their confidence and skills.... Read more
Barbara
Retired high school math teacher
- $60 / h
- 43 ratings
- Buffalo Grove , Illinois ( 60089 )
- 6 miles
I have taught pre-algebra, algebra 1 and geometry for over 34 years. I have both a bachelor's and a master's degree in mathematics education. I also have taken 45 additional credits in mathematics and special education. I love to help students understand the material and often present concepts in different ways in order to enable the students to grasp the concepts. I often make my own hands-on materials so students can visualize and "touch" the concept. I have spent some time working with st... Read more
Stephen
Experienced High School Tutor specializing in Chemistry
Hello. I am Steve. I was a Chemistry teacher for 33 years in the public schools and a part time Computer Science instructor at DePaul University for 26 years. I have taught over 3000 students in Regular, Honors, and AP Chemistry. I have also published two books (Vax Cobol, and CICS / A Primer) and one Chemistry manual used in some public schools. My tutoring experience goes way back to my college days (Washington University, St. Louis) where I tutored Pharmacy students during the evening... Read more
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