(557) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Downers Grove
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Al
15-Year Physics Prof - Top 20 most experienced of 700 Wyzant tutors
- $70 / h
- 608 ratings
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60540 )
- 35 miles
I retired as an Air Force Lt Col with lots of experience applying and teaching the physics I learned in college. I was an assistant professor of physics for 3 & 1/2 years at the Air Force Academy after flying on reconnaissance missions for 9 years just prior to that. I taught applied physics at the British Royal Air Force Test Pilot School for 2 years and then taught undergrad algebra-based and calculus-based physics at the Illinois Institute of Technology after my time in the USAF. I hav... Read more
Kristen
Published Author, Mathematician, Life-long Learner
- $90 / h
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60565 )
- 5 miles
I have been an elementary educator for the last three decades specializing in gifted education grades three through five. I have also tutored privately for the last 30 years grades one through eight. A one hour private session is equivalent to two weeks in a classroom with regards to content and concepts mastered. Families are always so grateful and amazed with the growth, confidence and success of their student. I have taught mathematics for the last 30 years. I teach students to see the... Read more
Jared
Tutor for Physics and general STEM
- $50 / h
- 10 ratings
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60563 )
- 20 miles
I'm Jared and I'm a PhD candidate at NIU. I've been tutoring physics at a college level for 5 years in various physics subjects as part of my responsibilities as a TA for Introductory Physics Electricity and Magnetism courses. I’ve even been awarded TA of the Year Twice (once per univercity I’ve TA’d for). I stay up to date on the latest papers from science teaching organizations that use data-driven analysis to demonstrate the best methods of teaching. I've been helping students improve t... Read more
Dimple
Effective Ph.D. tutor for Math and Physics
- $60 / h
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60565 )
- 8 miles
I have diverse experiences in both academia and industry. I have a Ph.D. in Medical Physics from the University of Chicago. I have mentored several high school and undergraduate students during my time at the University of Chicago. I also have two Masters degrees in Physics and Computer Science from the University of Illinois. I have worked as a research scientist at the University of Chicago as well as a senior scientist at a medical imaging startup. I am currently a volunteer tutor in Sci... Read more
Jody
Experienced Math Tutor - Middle School, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, ACT Prep
- $60 / h
- 65 ratings
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60540 )
- 20 miles
Hello! My name is Jody and I obtained my Bachelor of Science Degree in Math/Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Champaign - Urbana years ago. I have tutored many students from Elementary, Middle School, and High School Math and was also a Microsoft Certified Trainer after working in the business world as a programmer and a software trainer. I really enjoy helping students work to solve problems and to increase their confidence levels. My specialties are Middle School Mat... Read more
Michael
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist
- $40 / h
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60540 )
- 5 miles
My name is Mike, and I am an experienced tutor with a diverse educational background. I hold a Master of Business Administration from Benedictine University, an Associate in Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy from the College of DuPage, and a degree in Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My teaching experience includes time tutoring students in high school, and continued into college. As the class president of Respiratory Therapy, I tutored my classmates ... Read more
Nina
Chemistry professor specializing in tutoring chemistry and Calculus
- $100 / h
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60563 )
- 15 miles
My name is Nina, and I am an educator with over 20 years of experience in teaching chemistry and math courses. With my impressive credentials, I am excited to introduce myself and share my unique teaching methods and qualifications with anyone who is interested in learning from me. As a chemist with a master's degree in chemical engineering, my teaching philosophy revolves around creating a student-centered learning environment that encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and creativi... Read more
Gowri
Honors Business and Music Student, Math Music English & Test PrepTutor
- $50 / h
- 6 ratings
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60564 )
- 10 miles
I have been singing since I was 4 years old, and while growing up, I also discovered my interest in business. Coming to the top-ranked Kelley School of Business and Hutton Honors College at Indiana University, I got the opportunity to combine my two passions. I am majoring in Marketing with a co-major in Business Analytics, and a minor in music. Through my academic pursuits and professional experience, I hope to be a part of the music business industry. I am very ambitious about understanding... Read more
Rashmi
Experienced college and graduate school essay specialist
- $50 / h
- 1 rating
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60565 )
- 20 miles
Hi, I'm Rashmi! I graduated in 2022 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelors degree in Biology and minors in French, Textiles and Design, and Biocore Honors Curriculum. I also graduated with Honors in Research after writing my Senior Honors Thesis. I will be starting medical school next fall. As someone who has recently been through the medical school application process successfully, I understand the importance of strong writing in showcasing your strengths to programs ... Read more
David
Certified Middle School ELA & Science Teacher
- $50 / h
- Naperville , Illinois ( 60540 )
- 10 miles
My name is David K and I am a devoted educator of over ten years. I began teaching back in 2013 after completing my undergraduate degree at Bowling Green State University. In the beginning, I taught English as a Second Language to high school students in Mongolia. I then moved on to ELA, and settled into middle school science after completing my M.Ed at Moreland University in 2019. Currently, I teach grade 6 ELA and science and am enjoying every minute of my time in class! Over the years, ... Read more
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