(636) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Des Plaines
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Mari
Experienced Suzuki Violin & Viola Teacher (& Fun!)
Hi, I'm Mari! I'm a violin and viola teacher in the Chicago area. I earned my Masters in violin performance from Northwestern and my undergrad degree from UCLA. I have been playing violin for 22 years, beginning with the Suzuki method, and have studied at the Pasadena Suzuki Music Program, the Colburn School, and Pasadena Conservatory. I have extensive experience performing solo repertoire, chamber and orchestral concerts, and have performed in venues from Carnegie Hall to Sibelius Academy in... Read more
Jake
MBA student & former English teacher
Nice to meet you! For some context on me: I'm originally from New York City but have moved around a lot. I went to boarding high school in Massachusetts, and college at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. I then spent two years teaching 9th Grade English through Teach For America in the Bay Area. My years teaching, my passion for the humanities (especially History and English), and my excitement about standardized testing (strange, I know) make me very excited to teach again as a tutor. ... Read more
Steve
Award-Winning Double Bass Teacher & Performer is a Patient Tutor!
I have performed and taught on the double bass in Illinois for several decades. My musical travels have taken me as far away as Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Kenya. My teaching has seen me work effectively with very young beginners, hundreds of middle- and high school age students, college level, and adult beginners. My former students can be found performing with such elite classical ensembles as the Chicago Symphony and the Lyric Opera of Chicago, and touring with professional jaz... Read more
Iris
Juilliard Pre-College & Northwestern University Violin Major
Hi, I’m Iris! I am currently at Northwestern University studying violin performance and psychology. In high school, I had the privilege to teach classical violin and I was able to learn so much from the experience! I enjoyed being able to walk through each student’s musical journey, whether it was learning the scales or mastering a piece. I have a strong desire to share my knowledge and experience with others and I understand the challenges of learning a new instrument so I am committed to he... Read more
Paula
Math Teacher Honored at National and State Levels
As a math teacher with 34 years of experience, I have taught all math courses from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus BC and IB Math HL. I have been honored with the NJ Presidential Award, NJ Governor’s Award, US Presidential Scholars program, and Teacher of the Year Award. I can teach all levels, abilities and courses. I focus on the understanding of mathematical concepts and not memorization. I have been a grader of AP exams, a grader of national Algebra exams, a certifier for National Teacher... Read more
Kanan
STEM Specialist Tutor with a Passion for Results
Hey there, I'm Kanan! I graduated Cum Laude from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Minor in Psychology. I apply my skills and knowledge daily as a full-time Mechanical Engineer, but there is nothing I enjoy more than using my free time to help students learn, grow, and develop their own skills in STEM topics. My areas of expertise range from physics to calculus, psychology to trigonometry, and much more. I strongly believe tutoring is a coll... Read more
Alexia
Northwestern Undergrad Specializing in SAT Prep and Math Tutoring
Hello, I'm Alexia! I am a current undergraduate student at Northwestern University studying Industrial Engineering and Economics. As a tutor, I love guiding students on their learning journeys. I’m passionate about helping others grasp challenging concepts and find joy in those "aha" moments when everything clicks. Beyond improving grades, I aim to boost confidence and ignite a real passion for the subjects I teach. Seeing my students succeed academically brings me so much happiness—it's ... Read more
Hannah
Experienced Writing and English Literature Tutor
Hi, I'm Hannah! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Brandeis University with a degree in English Literature. I am currently completing my masters degree in English Literature at the University of Virginia. I maintain significant experience in teaching writing and editing through my prior research and work experiences, and I bring this background knowledge to my tutoring approach. As an undergraduate student, I worked as a Research Assistant for four years, supporting my professors through un... Read more
Sherman
Winning Tutor and Life Coach
- $40 / h
- Forest Park , Illinois ( 60130 )
- 5 miles
Hi there, potential student. I am Coach A. and I am a proven professional in the field of education. I am a 30 year + educator. I have taught in Europe as well as in the Chicagoland area. My specialty is language arts and social studies. I have been in many schools in the western suburbs and I speak at seminars and workshops. I continue to recruit athletes from time to time and I also tutor them in their necessary areas including life skills. Their success is my goal. My educational b... Read more
Ashley
An Educator Who Cares
- $45 / h
- Forest Park , Illinois ( 60130 )
- 10 miles
The drive for scholarship is what motivates me to be the best I can be for my students. I have been teaching Middle School for the past 17 years. My work extends to high school and college students. Graduating Magna Cum Laude from Kenyon College with work in History, Politics, and Literature of Modern Europe and a Master's Degree in Secondary Education from DePaul University, I am capable getting students to where they need to be. I also am one of the top points earners on two educational... Read more
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