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Executive Function Specialist, Responsible and Dedicated PhD Student
Christopher A.

5.0 (100 ratings)

359 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $49
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Executive Function Specialist, Responsible and Dedicated PhD Student
Executive Function Specialist, Responsible and Dedicated PhD Student
Christopher A.

5.0 (100 ratings)

359 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (100 ratings)

359 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Christopher

Bio

Do you struggle to stay organized with school?

Do you fail to properly submit work on time?

Is getting started with assignments difficult?

Hi! My name is Chris. In high school, I was on the Dean’s List every year. In my MBA program, I scored a 4.0 throughout all four years (and graduated cum laude). In my PhD program, I served as a TA and assisted classrooms of students succeed with the material.

But most importantly, I pride myself on being gentle, friendly, and creating a...

Do you struggle to stay organized with school?

Do you fail to properly submit work on time?

Is getting started with assignments difficult?

Hi! My name is Chris. In high school, I was on the Dean’s List every year. In my MBA program, I scored a 4.0 throughout all four years (and graduated cum laude). In my PhD program, I served as a TA and assisted classrooms of students succeed with the material.

But most importantly, I pride myself on being gentle, friendly, and creating a positive executive function coaching experience for others. I use my personality and rapport-building skills to develop a holistic, supportive, and empowering relationship with students. I know that the study skills I’ve relied on my entire school career have gotten me really far, and I seek to empower others with the same strengths I’ve leveraged.

My longest-serving professional mentor, a distinguished Accounting professor from the Kelly School of Business, has praised me for my ability to bring a group together, and has described me as “incredibly responsible, conscientious, and devoted to any task that I undertake.” I bring this underlying skill-set to all my tutoring to ensure that the students I’m with succeed.

As a personal hobby, I’ve conducted over 1,000+ ESL lessons online for kids and adults. I’ve learned the power of making things simple for younger and non-native English speakers, and this has directly carried over to an enhanced working skill-set with ADHD and ASD students that I work with.

My academic experience has also involved prolific writing. I have published two articles in A journals in Accounting and my PhD mentor gave me the honor of praising me as “the best writer in your cohort”. Thus, I can help students with executive functioning, homework across various subjects, and writing, all in one neat package.

I’m looking forward to meeting with you and getting started on your journey together :)

Send me a message to set up a meeting!
Chris

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Education

Eastern Illinois University
Graphic Design
Eastern Illinois University
MBA
Southern Illinois University
PhD

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $49
  • Rate details: Minimum 1hr lessons. Late cancellations - 50% of lesson cost; No-shows - 100% of lesson cost.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 10/29/2023

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Art

Adobe Illustrator,

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is one of my main workhorses in my graphic design workflow. For more than a decade I have been using this program to create logos, graphics, brochures, patterns, and much more. Regarding teaching Illustrator, I have experience with students as young as 9 years old and as old as 68, and my methods adapt to each student’s abilities and interests. With that said, my lessons are 100% focused on my students needs and are kept focused, light, and as inspiring as possible.
Adobe InDesign,

Adobe InDesign

I received my BFA in graphic design in 2016 and have been working freelance for 10 years, in addition to working as a director of design for a non-for-profit for 6 years. I specialize in design principles, and I use Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to create whatever I wish.
Adobe Photoshop,

Adobe Photoshop

Photoshop is a main staple that I use for clients. From photo composites, packaging design, mock-ups, to graphics creation (and more), I have over 10 years of experience with this program. I have teaching experience with students as young as 9 years old and as old as 68, and my methods adapt to each student’s abilities and interests. With that said, my lessons are 100% focused on my students needs and are kept focused, light, and as inspiring as possible.
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Graphic design is how I put bread on the table; however, it is also one of the most fun and fulfilling facets of my life. With the skills acquired via real-life experience and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, I have been able to pan out a successful career track as a freelance designer, and subsequently, live my life as an independent contractor while traveling the world. My expertise lies in the fundamentals of art and design, and in addition, I am extremely well-versed in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign. Moreover, I am familiar with “user-friendly” design programs such as Canva. Professionally, I have experience with the creation of logos and complete branding, brochures, textile/product patterns, T-shirts, book layouts, book covers, annual reports, business reports, resumes, and much more. I have teaching experience with students as young as 9 years old and as old as 68, and my methods adapt to each student’s abilities and interests. With that said, my lessons are 100% focused on my students needs and are kept focused, light, and as inspiring as possible.

Computer

Adobe Illustrator,

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is one of my main workhorses in my graphic design workflow. For more than a decade I have been using this program to create logos, graphics, brochures, patterns, and much more. Regarding teaching Illustrator, I have experience with students as young as 9 years old and as old as 68, and my methods adapt to each student’s abilities and interests. With that said, my lessons are 100% focused on my students needs and are kept focused, light, and as inspiring as possible.
Adobe InDesign,

Adobe InDesign

I received my BFA in graphic design in 2016 and have been working freelance for 10 years, in addition to working as a director of design for a non-for-profit for 6 years. I specialize in design principles, and I use Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to create whatever I wish.
Adobe Photoshop,

Adobe Photoshop

Photoshop is a main staple that I use for clients. From photo composites, packaging design, mock-ups, to graphics creation (and more), I have over 10 years of experience with this program. I have teaching experience with students as young as 9 years old and as old as 68, and my methods adapt to each student’s abilities and interests. With that said, my lessons are 100% focused on my students needs and are kept focused, light, and as inspiring as possible.
Graphic Design,

Graphic Design

Graphic design is how I put bread on the table; however, it is also one of the most fun and fulfilling facets of my life. With the skills acquired via real-life experience and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, I have been able to pan out a successful career track as a freelance designer, and subsequently, live my life as an independent contractor while traveling the world. My expertise lies in the fundamentals of art and design, and in addition, I am extremely well-versed in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign. Moreover, I am familiar with “user-friendly” design programs such as Canva. Professionally, I have experience with the creation of logos and complete branding, brochures, textile/product patterns, T-shirts, book layouts, book covers, annual reports, business reports, resumes, and much more. I have teaching experience with students as young as 9 years old and as old as 68, and my methods adapt to each student’s abilities and interests. With that said, my lessons are 100% focused on my students needs and are kept focused, light, and as inspiring as possible.
Web Design

Web Design

My experience with web design started with coding in HTML and CSS, and I have build multiple websites, from scratch, using this code with Javascript and PHP plugins. However, as Wordpress and Wix became stronger, I switch to these platforms to streamline my workflow. I have made over a dozen websites for clients over the years using these web designing mediums, and continue to be active in them today. Currently, I only choose to use Wix for my clients because of the ease of post-editing that can be done on the client end. When my client wants to make future edits to the website, they can do so with confidence. The value that I add to building your website is wrapped up in 10+ years of design experience that is pumped into the final product, ensuring a design that will standout amongst others.

Corporate Training

Web Design,

Web Design

My experience with web design started with coding in HTML and CSS, and I have build multiple websites, from scratch, using this code with Javascript and PHP plugins. However, as Wordpress and Wix became stronger, I switch to these platforms to streamline my workflow. I have made over a dozen websites for clients over the years using these web designing mediums, and continue to be active in them today. Currently, I only choose to use Wix for my clients because of the ease of post-editing that can be done on the client end. When my client wants to make future edits to the website, they can do so with confidence. The value that I add to building your website is wrapped up in 10+ years of design experience that is pumped into the final product, ensuring a design that will standout amongst others.
Proofreading

Elementary Education

Study Skills,

Study Skills

As an experienced Executive Function Tutor, my focus is on equipping students with essential skills like time management, organization, and task initiation. I employ a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering a growth mindset and self-confidence. With a deep understanding of today's academic challenges, I guide students to improve their performance, build resilience, and master their executive functions, ultimately empowering them to excel academically and thrive in all areas of life.
Reading

English

Writing,

Writing

Do you want to improve your research and writing skills? As a Management-PhD student with an MBA degree, I have gone through rigorous training on how to synthesize ideas into eloquent writing for academia and the "real-world." Thus, I am well-equipped to help anyone in their writing and research endeavors to help improve project or final grade outcomes. My qualifications are corroborated by multiple publications in prestigious academic journals and paper acceptances in over seven academic conferences. These works can be seen upon request.
English, Proofreading, Reading

Homeschool

Study Skills,

Study Skills

As an experienced Executive Function Tutor, my focus is on equipping students with essential skills like time management, organization, and task initiation. I employ a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering a growth mindset and self-confidence. With a deep understanding of today's academic challenges, I guide students to improve their performance, build resilience, and master their executive functions, ultimately empowering them to excel academically and thrive in all areas of life.
Writing,

Writing

Do you want to improve your research and writing skills? As a Management-PhD student with an MBA degree, I have gone through rigorous training on how to synthesize ideas into eloquent writing for academia and the "real-world." Thus, I am well-equipped to help anyone in their writing and research endeavors to help improve project or final grade outcomes. My qualifications are corroborated by multiple publications in prestigious academic journals and paper acceptances in over seven academic conferences. These works can be seen upon request.
English, Reading

Most Popular

Study Skills,

Study Skills

As an experienced Executive Function Tutor, my focus is on equipping students with essential skills like time management, organization, and task initiation. I employ a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering a growth mindset and self-confidence. With a deep understanding of today's academic challenges, I guide students to improve their performance, build resilience, and master their executive functions, ultimately empowering them to excel academically and thrive in all areas of life.
Writing,

Writing

Do you want to improve your research and writing skills? As a Management-PhD student with an MBA degree, I have gone through rigorous training on how to synthesize ideas into eloquent writing for academia and the "real-world." Thus, I am well-equipped to help anyone in their writing and research endeavors to help improve project or final grade outcomes. My qualifications are corroborated by multiple publications in prestigious academic journals and paper acceptances in over seven academic conferences. These works can be seen upon request.
English, Reading

Other

College Counseling,

College Counseling

I possess in-depth knowledge of the college admissions process in the US and UK, having honed my skills while working for an overseas college admissions group. There, I specifically focused on guiding students towards crafting compelling personal statements that effectively showcased their strengths and aspirations to top universities. This experience has equipped me to support students in developing a well-rounded application that highlights their unique potential.
Study Skills

Study Skills

As an experienced Executive Function Tutor, my focus is on equipping students with essential skills like time management, organization, and task initiation. I employ a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering a growth mindset and self-confidence. With a deep understanding of today's academic challenges, I guide students to improve their performance, build resilience, and master their executive functions, ultimately empowering them to excel academically and thrive in all areas of life.

Special Needs

Study Skills

Study Skills

As an experienced Executive Function Tutor, my focus is on equipping students with essential skills like time management, organization, and task initiation. I employ a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering a growth mindset and self-confidence. With a deep understanding of today's academic challenges, I guide students to improve their performance, build resilience, and master their executive functions, ultimately empowering them to excel academically and thrive in all areas of life.

Summer

Study Skills,

Study Skills

As an experienced Executive Function Tutor, my focus is on equipping students with essential skills like time management, organization, and task initiation. I employ a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique needs, fostering a growth mindset and self-confidence. With a deep understanding of today's academic challenges, I guide students to improve their performance, build resilience, and master their executive functions, ultimately empowering them to excel academically and thrive in all areas of life.
Writing,

Writing

Do you want to improve your research and writing skills? As a Management-PhD student with an MBA degree, I have gone through rigorous training on how to synthesize ideas into eloquent writing for academia and the "real-world." Thus, I am well-equipped to help anyone in their writing and research endeavors to help improve project or final grade outcomes. My qualifications are corroborated by multiple publications in prestigious academic journals and paper acceptances in over seven academic conferences. These works can be seen upon request.
Reading

Test Preparation

College Counseling

College Counseling

I possess in-depth knowledge of the college admissions process in the US and UK, having honed my skills while working for an overseas college admissions group. There, I specifically focused on guiding students towards crafting compelling personal statements that effectively showcased their strengths and aspirations to top universities. This experience has equipped me to support students in developing a well-rounded application that highlights their unique potential.

Ratings and Reviews

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Great executive function coach

Chris has been working with my son to develop his organization and time management skills. I would strongly recommend Chris to anyone needing help with executive function skills. Through collaborative sessions with my son, Chris has helped him to improve these important skills and instill a sense of personal responsibility and accountability. We have found Chris to be genuine, positive, and engaging and my son looks forward to every session with Chris. We’re grateful for the progress he’s made.

Amy, 8 lessons with Christopher

An amazing and patient tutor

Christopher is very helpful and knowledgeable about reading comprehension and good study habits. He's also very caring in making sure that I understand what he is trying to say

Emily, 1 lesson with Christopher

Knowledgeable and patient

Christopher was extremely patient working on an adobe illustrator project with my son who is autistic. Helped him figure out the instructions and software tools to complete the project. Also helped Alex with basic design principles that will help him on future graphic design projects.

Jennifer, 11 lessons with Christopher

Excellent tutor

I've had 3 lessons with him so far, and he's definitely someone I'd recommend to anyone who's into graphic design. He's very creative, detail-oriented, and teaches students how to use cool illustrator tricks. 10/10 recommendation.

Nicholas, 3 lessons with Christopher

Great Lesson

Extremely knowledgeable. Really good at explaining and demonstrates concepts. As a complete beginner in illustrator, I feel confident that I continue my project with what we went over

Kaye, 7 lessons with Christopher

Responsive and efficient

I’ve worked with Chris several times. Now, when I have questions for which we don’t need full lessons, he makes videos to guide me through it. So responsive and efficient!! Thank you, Chris.

Viji, 5 lessons with Christopher

Knowledgeable, effective, and efficient

Chris helped me learn and apply Wix website builder. I met with him a few times and he not only taught me how to use, but he also kept me on track so I can complete my project objectives. I would highly recommend Chris as a tutor and designer. Thank you Chris!

Viji, 5 lessons with Christopher

Knowledgeable, effective, and efficient

Chris helped me learn and apply Wix website builder. I met with him a few times and he not only taught me how to use, but he also kept me on track so I can complete my project objectives. I would highly recommend Chris as a tutor and designer. Thank you Chris!

Viji, 5 lessons with Christopher

Very Helpful!

Chris helped me problem solve my photoshop sizing issues and helped me with some tips and made sure I understood. East to communicate with. Very helpful.

Ashley, 1 lesson with Christopher

Should have done this a long time ago!

Chris's teaching style made it easy and after just one lesson I feel significantly more empowered in building my Wix site from scratch. It will be helpful to have him on my side in the future.

Alex, 1 lesson with Christopher
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