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I taught the highest grade at an elementary school where I taught all subjects including math, science, social studies, and English. I made my own lesson plans, assignments, and curriculum, using common core objectives for 5th grade. I had to measure student's success in these subjects and show improvement in each...
I taught the highest grade at an elementary school where I taught all subjects including math, science, social studies, and English. I made my own lesson plans, assignments, and curriculum, using common core objectives for 5th grade. I had to measure student's success in these subjects and show improvement in each...

Chicago, IL
I am a licensed elementary educator with a Master's Degree in education from the University of Pennsylvania. I currently teach 3rd and 4th grade reading. My students have shown consistent growth through my 2+ years teaching.
I am a licensed elementary educator with a Master's Degree in education from the University of Pennsylvania. I currently teach 3rd and 4th grade reading. My students have shown consistent growth through my 2+ years teaching.

Chicago, IL
I hold a teaching certificate for grades K-9 in Illinois. I have almost 30 years of teaching experience, of which 10 years I taught grades K-6. I have also been writing reading and math curricula for 20 years. I have been tutoring for over 20 years and at least 7 years online.
I hold a teaching certificate for grades K-9 in Illinois. I have almost 30 years of teaching experience, of which 10 years I taught grades K-6. I have also been writing reading and math curricula for 20 years. I have been tutoring for over 20 years and at least 7 years online.
Crystal is a very kind, patient, and knowledgeable tutor. She has been helping our son Riley (fifth grade) with his math and reading for the past few months. Riley was originally having challenges with math word problems and rea... - Erica, 56 lessons with Crystal

Chicago, IL
I am a certified and licensed teacher with a primary license in grades 4-9 Math and Science, as well as a master’s degree in Gifted Education. Additionally, I hold an endorsement on my teaching license that authorizes me to teach K-12 gifted Math and Reading. I have six years of professional teaching experience,...
I am a certified and licensed teacher with a primary license in grades 4-9 Math and Science, as well as a master’s degree in Gifted Education. Additionally, I hold an endorsement on my teaching license that authorizes me to teach K-12 gifted Math and Reading. I have six years of professional teaching experience,...

Chicago, IL
I taught 5th grade math in Uganda as a Peace Corps Volunteer, delivering daily lessons and supporting students across a wide range of skill levels. I also served as a REACH Tutor at Cornell University, working with elementary students in grades 4–5 to build confidence and mastery in core math skills. I help K–6...
I taught 5th grade math in Uganda as a Peace Corps Volunteer, delivering daily lessons and supporting students across a wide range of skill levels. I also served as a REACH Tutor at Cornell University, working with elementary students in grades 4–5 to build confidence and mastery in core math skills. I help K–6...

Chicago, IL
I have been teaching K-6 in the Chicagoland area for 12 years. I have a master's degree in special education and a thorough understanding of the K-6 curriculum and how to meet the needs of students, especially those that are struggling. Whether it's language arts, math, science, social studies or executive functioning, I...
I have been teaching K-6 in the Chicagoland area for 12 years. I have a master's degree in special education and a thorough understanding of the K-6 curriculum and how to meet the needs of students, especially those that are struggling. Whether it's language arts, math, science, social studies or executive functioning, I...
Daniel is wonderful at explaining things to my daughter. He makes sure she is fully understanding the concepts. Able to help her make sense of things and learn in a way her teachers do not. Highly recommend for kids who don’t lear... - Kate, 18 lessons with Daniel

Chicago, IL
I am currently in my 18th year of teaching. I have experience teaching all grade levels and am familiar with the expectations from schools. My lessons have always met the requirements of the State Standards. I have taught all classes, but my strengths are in Reading, English, and Writing. I have my masters in Reading...
I am currently in my 18th year of teaching. I have experience teaching all grade levels and am familiar with the expectations from schools. My lessons have always met the requirements of the State Standards. I have taught all classes, but my strengths are in Reading, English, and Writing. I have my masters in Reading...

Chicago, IL
In my six years of tutoring, I have dealt with students ranging from all age groups and have primarily dealt with students from elementary school. I understand the curriculum and how to keep their attention and make learning fun and informative!
In my six years of tutoring, I have dealt with students ranging from all age groups and have primarily dealt with students from elementary school. I understand the curriculum and how to keep their attention and make learning fun and informative!
My son has been tutored by Michael several times. He has been flexible with our schedule and my son feels prepared for class after his tutoring sessions with Michael. My son said Michael makes him feel comfortable to ask questions... - Neue, 32 lessons with Michael

Chicago, IL
For the past two years I have been a first and second grade teacher. Prior to that I was a student teacher and a first grade classroom, and even before that I was a teacher assistant and I third and fourth grade classroom. I feel confident and comfortable with various modes of instruction among many age groups and...
For the past two years I have been a first and second grade teacher. Prior to that I was a student teacher and a first grade classroom, and even before that I was a teacher assistant and I third and fourth grade classroom. I feel confident and comfortable with various modes of instruction among many age groups and...

Chicago, IL
1 year Tutoring at Forging Opportunities for Refugee Americans (FORA), where I was able to help kids of all ages with reading, writing, vocabulary and math skills.
1 year Tutoring at Forging Opportunities for Refugee Americans (FORA), where I was able to help kids of all ages with reading, writing, vocabulary and math skills.
She is amazing with little kids she’s so patient and so sweet she is very understanding and super easy to work with🥰🥰 - The Jay, 11 lessons with Siya

Chicago, IL
As a bilingual aide and certified substitute, I teach Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies on a daily schedule. As an academic tutor, I teach K-6 school students and higher. Math: I cover introductory topics like Numbers, basic addition and subtraction, Math facts, going on to Multiplication, division,...
As a bilingual aide and certified substitute, I teach Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies on a daily schedule. As an academic tutor, I teach K-6 school students and higher. Math: I cover introductory topics like Numbers, basic addition and subtraction, Math facts, going on to Multiplication, division,...
Chhavi has been nothing less than perfect. She is patient and helps my daughter with grammar while also building off of her ideas when helping her creating her college essay. Ms.Chhavi is great when communicating to me what my da... - Miriam, 2 lessons with Chhavi

Near Chicago, IL
In May of 2008 I received my AA in Elementary Education from University of Phoenix. I continued with their program and in June of this year I received my BS in Elementary Education. In order to complete my Bachelor's degree, I was required to do 12 weeks of Student Teaching. During these 12 weeks, as well as all...
In May of 2008 I received my AA in Elementary Education from University of Phoenix. I continued with their program and in June of this year I received my BS in Elementary Education. In order to complete my Bachelor's degree, I was required to do 12 weeks of Student Teaching. During these 12 weeks, as well as all...
English is my second language and Paulla really helped me to get into it. Our lessons lasted six months and unfortunately we have to terminate our learning because I'm relocating to another state. All lessons were very flexible an... - Nikolay, 20 lessons with Paulla

Near Chicago, IL
I am a certified teacher in Illinois and hold a current Type 03 (K-9) teaching certificate. I did my teaching in Evanston School District 65, and after raising my children, returned the field of education. I have been a "preferred" substitute in North Shore School District 112 and Deerfield School District 109 for the...
I am a certified teacher in Illinois and hold a current Type 03 (K-9) teaching certificate. I did my teaching in Evanston School District 65, and after raising my children, returned the field of education. I have been a "preferred" substitute in North Shore School District 112 and Deerfield School District 109 for the...
Gail has made the math sessions very enjoyable. My daughter looks forward to seeing Gail every week. We are looking forward to using Gail again next year. - Lisa, 15 lessons with Gail

Near Chicago, IL
I have worked with students in reading and writing (3rd-5th grades) and am a firm believer that students learn reading and writing organically when they have opportunities to read what they like, can share what they know by writing, drawing, expression. The students I have worked with were eager to learn because they...
I have worked with students in reading and writing (3rd-5th grades) and am a firm believer that students learn reading and writing organically when they have opportunities to read what they like, can share what they know by writing, drawing, expression. The students I have worked with were eager to learn because they...
We are a North Shore Chicago family who engaged Gabriel to work with our child who was in the last semester of an honors algebra I class and earning a low D. To make a long story short, my child finished the class with a B+ and wa... - Jim, 14 lessons with Gabriel

Near Chicago, IL
Regarding K-6 teaching, I am state certified for 6 - 12 English and K-12 substitute teaching. At Northeastern, I student taught English at a private Chicago Catholic school at the 5th grade level; and I student taught Math and Social Science at the 5th grade level at the APMA school in Chicago. (Albany Park Multicultural...
Regarding K-6 teaching, I am state certified for 6 - 12 English and K-12 substitute teaching. At Northeastern, I student taught English at a private Chicago Catholic school at the 5th grade level; and I student taught Math and Social Science at the 5th grade level at the APMA school in Chicago. (Albany Park Multicultural...
Got Peter to help get my 10 year old son back on track and prepared for 5th grade. The one on one interaction for the first 2 sessions were great and my son is being challenged to the fullest, which is a plus for me. My son is act... - George, 19 lessons with Peter

Near Chicago, IL
I have over 12 years of classroom experience teaching middle school math and science. In those 12 years, I have worked with gifted and struggling students and can guarantee a deeper understanding of concepts while following the Common Core Standards. My students have always appreciate how I break down concepts into...
I have over 12 years of classroom experience teaching middle school math and science. In those 12 years, I have worked with gifted and struggling students and can guarantee a deeper understanding of concepts while following the Common Core Standards. My students have always appreciate how I break down concepts into...

Near Chicago, IL
I am a special education teacher with 9 years of experience teaching reading, math, spelling, and written expression. I am able to utilize varying methods of strategies and programs to best fit the need of that individual student. Each learner has a different set of skills and it is my job to make sure he/she can...
I am a special education teacher with 9 years of experience teaching reading, math, spelling, and written expression. I am able to utilize varying methods of strategies and programs to best fit the need of that individual student. Each learner has a different set of skills and it is my job to make sure he/she can...
My daughter had another teacher for her dyslexia that she worked with for over three years. Within four months of lessons my daughter has surpassed what she had done with the other teacher in three years! She is progressing really... - Kathy, 64 lessons with Iliana

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My experience in teaching and facilitating discussion spans over 30 years. The capacities in which this has been an integral practice include: local church Youth Group Leader, InterVarsity Small Group Leader & Coordinator, Marriage & Family Group Leader & Deacon, teaching & preaching Elder, and Biblical WorldView Group...
My experience in teaching and facilitating discussion spans over 30 years. The capacities in which this has been an integral practice include: local church Youth Group Leader, InterVarsity Small Group Leader & Coordinator, Marriage & Family Group Leader & Deacon, teaching & preaching Elder, and Biblical WorldView Group...

Near Chicago, IL
I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am excellent at breaking down learning materials into understandable learning chunks. I know the curriculum and progression of skills needed for each grade level. I have advanced training and I am patient and positive with the students.
I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I am excellent at breaking down learning materials into understandable learning chunks. I know the curriculum and progression of skills needed for each grade level. I have advanced training and I am patient and positive with the students.
Geri is very relatable. She meets my special needs daughter where she is at but lovingly nudges her forward to expand her horizon. She chooses relevant materials to excite my daughters interest in the world around her. I highly re... - Irene, 139 lessons with Geri

Near Chicago, IL
Currently I am in Grad school for Special Education. In my program, we focus on work for younger children to help our special needs students. I have a lot of background with elementary subjects because of theses courses. I got an A in them and have plenty of fun activities to help engage younger kids.
Currently I am in Grad school for Special Education. In my program, we focus on work for younger children to help our special needs students. I have a lot of background with elementary subjects because of theses courses. I got an A in them and have plenty of fun activities to help engage younger kids.

Near Chicago, IL
I am a certified K-9 teacher looking for a full time elementary teaching job. I have substitute taught for six years in district 365U, Bolingbrook/Romeoville and for two years in district 204, Naperville/Aurora. I work almost exclusively at the elementary school age level but have tutored a home schooled seventh grader...
I am a certified K-9 teacher looking for a full time elementary teaching job. I have substitute taught for six years in district 365U, Bolingbrook/Romeoville and for two years in district 204, Naperville/Aurora. I work almost exclusively at the elementary school age level but have tutored a home schooled seventh grader...
Robert is an amazing math tutor with superior knowledge of the subject. We have gone from struggling to confident in only a few weeks. In addition to the excellent lessons he provides, he also adds humor and reassurance. I now que... - Monica, 817 lessons with Robert

Near Chicago, IL
I have helped many Elementary grade students improve their mathematical skills. I look at each student individually and each task to see what approach to take. I make an effort to find out how much the student knows before solving the problem so I can guide them and help them learn as we move along. This helps to boost...
I have helped many Elementary grade students improve their mathematical skills. I look at each student individually and each task to see what approach to take. I make an effort to find out how much the student knows before solving the problem so I can guide them and help them learn as we move along. This helps to boost...
We’ve been so happy with Jody as my daughter’s math tutor! She’s incredibly patient, supportive, and really knows how to explain things in a way that clicks. My daughter used to feel so unsure about math, but with Jody’s help, she... - Ting, 58 lessons with Jody

Near Chicago, IL
I have worked one-on-one with elementary students to help them catch up and advance across multiple grade levels. I focus on building strong foundations in reading, writing, and math, tailoring lessons to each child's needs and learning style. My approach is patient, encouraging, and designed to boost both skills and...
I have worked one-on-one with elementary students to help them catch up and advance across multiple grade levels. I focus on building strong foundations in reading, writing, and math, tailoring lessons to each child's needs and learning style. My approach is patient, encouraging, and designed to boost both skills and...

Near Chicago, IL
My name is John R. I am a UIC graduate and a certified teacher who has taught school for over 25 years and have worked as a tutor for over 20 years. I have mastery of your child's K-6th grade curriculum, as well as, how to effectively improve your homeschool program to enhance their study skills development.
My name is John R. I am a UIC graduate and a certified teacher who has taught school for over 25 years and have worked as a tutor for over 20 years. I have mastery of your child's K-6th grade curriculum, as well as, how to effectively improve your homeschool program to enhance their study skills development.
He keeps encouraging my daughter to read more thoroughly and think before answering questions. She is definitely improving her writing and reading skills! - Sheila, 24 lessons with Johnny

Near Chicago, IL
I am a licensed Substitute Teacher working for two years in area Elementary and Middle (k-8) Public Schools. I delivered lesson plans and taught all core classes: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Writing. I worked with all student levels.
I am a licensed Substitute Teacher working for two years in area Elementary and Middle (k-8) Public Schools. I delivered lesson plans and taught all core classes: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Writing. I worked with all student levels.
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