(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
James
Veteran college instructor/writing coach/ACT/SAT tutor
I have tutored the ACT English section for three years and developed strategies to identify student's specific problem areas. All of my students have reported significant gains, ranging from two to six points. Read more
Mark
Medical Student, Science teacher, and Admissions Specialist
Hey everyone! My name is Mark. I am a medical resident at one of the top ten hospitals in the US with over ten years of experience of providing college, medical, and graduate school admissions support as well as tutoring at high school, university, and graduate level . I am flexible in my approach to tutoring so I can adapt to meet the needs of all of my students and explain content in a way that both makes sense to them and stays with them as they advance to higher levels of science educat... Read more
Asma
Mathematics Coach
Ms. Asma A. completed her B.A. in Elementary Education with a minor in math education Summa Cum Laude from Saint Xavier University in 1995. She is certified in teaching elementary, middle school mathematics, and secondary mathematics and is a licensed administrator in the state of IL. She continued her education at Benedictine University and obtained a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction in 2002. Ms. A. has work experience in teaching at all levels form elementary to college level. Ms. ... Read more
Michelle
ACT Prep Tutor: English, Reading, Science, Writing
- $75 / h
- 81 ratings
- Elk Grove Village , Illinois ( 60007 )
- 15 miles
I am a High School English teacher and have observed my students feeling underprepared for college and the ACT. In order to address high schooler's and their parents' concerns, I have developed a regimented system and several strategies that help my students feel prepared mentally for college, as well as improve their ACT scores drastically! My ACT program: The first session is a diagnostic test. Your child will take a practice ACT test with authentic timing measures in place. I will then... Read more
Ken
Experienced AP US Government & Politics Teacher
I'm a high school Social Studies teacher in one of the best school districts in the state, with over 13 years of experience teaching AP United States Government & Politics, as well as American Government, Constitutional Law and Criminology. My students pass rate on the United States Government & Politics Exam usually is around 90% and I've been a grader (for the written portion of the exam) for 3 years. I really enjoy helping kids excel in the realm of government and politics, and I am ve... Read more
Cynthia
Experienced ESL, French, and Japanese instructor
My name is Cindy! I have a Bachelor's degree in French and Psychology and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have experience tutoring both ESL and French for college-age students in a one-on-one setting. I worked for 2 years in a Japanese high school, teaching conversational English, English writing, and beginning French in classroom settings on the JET (Japan Exchange Teaching) Program. I find that the best way to teach is one-on-one or in small groups, which allow the stude... Read more
Mark
Compassionate and tenacious Language Arts instructor
- 75 / h
- Elmwood Park , Illinois ( 60707 )
- 0 miles
Hello, my name is Mark. I am a state certified English instructor who is currently working towards my PhD in Educational Leadership. I have experience working as an ACT Instructor, and find it to be extremely rewarding to work directly with students. I am patient and empathetic, but also organized and tenacious. Every type of learner has the ability to reach their potential with the right kind of guidance. The goal is to take the fear out of writing and reading, and make it an enjoyable experience. In the same way, standardized tests like the ACT need not be a daunting prospect for Read more
Jim
Attorney
- $75 / h
- Glen Ellyn , Illinois ( 60137 )
- 10 miles
I'm an attorney with decades of experience. I was a teacher and then a social worker before I went to law school. I passed the bar and worked for a variety of employers before starting my own law firm. I enjoy teaching as a major stress relief. I'm qualified to teach any legal subject and I'm happy to help any applicants succeed in their goals. I'm a trained educator and a successful attorney in several states. Contact me to discuss your goals and how we can reach them.... Read more
Juan
Mathematics Tutor ready to help you.
Let me help you with your math problems. While I was working on my Master degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago, I worked as a Mathematics tutor over there.I have more than 3 years of experience helping people from different backgrounds. I also worked as a math tutor at the College of Lake County. I can help you with your math problems in English as well as in Spanish. Just let me know.... Read more
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