...I like to explain not just "what" to do but also the "why" so that students learn mathematical reasoning that will help them beyond their current work, and I often use different ways of explaining, from real world examples, theory, and neat shortcuts and tricks so that students can understand on ... (read more)
...I generally tutor in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago (Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Schaumburg, Palatine). I am available on weekends and Fridays to meet. MATHEMATICS TUTORING:I have experience tutoring students in Algebra, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Intermediate Algebra, Algebra... (read more)
...I have some experience, though more limited, tutoring adults: these have included ESL and prep for the Illinois Test of Basic Skills. I have taught summer school for students between fifth and eighth grade. This year I served as both teacher and site coordinator for an after-school learning pro... (read more)
...I also love to work with students on crafting the best possible personal statements for their college applications. Part of my job at the high school is to run a program helping students prepare for college including the application process. I have many resources to help students organize their schools, determine the plan for essays and supplementals, and submit their application on time. (read more)
...Over the past years, I've had the privilege to work with students between ages 12 and 18 with higher-incidence disabilities like specific learning disabilities and executive functioning at the junior high and high school level on the North Shore, including New Trier High School. Teaching everyth... (read more)