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Chicago, IL
Harvard College and Harvard Law Alum: College Prep, Writing, More
I am a Harvard College and Harvard Law School graduate, an entrepreneur in multiple businesses, a former large-firm lawyer who has taught at UCLA Extension in Los Angeles and Kendall College in Chicago, and someone who is passionate about sharing... See Valerie's full profile
I am a Harvard College and Harvard Law School graduate, an entrepreneur in multiple businesses, a former large-firm lawyer who has taught at UCLA Extension in Los Angeles and Kendall College in Chicago, and someone who is passionate about sharing...See Valerie's full profile

Chicago, IL
Label Signed Singer Who Teaches Private Music Lessons
Hi! I’m Kyla Gabka and I have been studying the performing arts since I was four years old. I am a singer, pianist, violinist, and actress, and I currently offer private virtual violin, viola, piano, and voice lessons. I have a BA in Music and... See Kyla's full profile
Hi! I’m Kyla Gabka and I have been studying the performing arts since I was four years old. I am a singer, pianist, violinist, and actress, and I currently offer private virtual violin, viola, piano, and voice lessons. I have a BA in Music and...See Kyla's full profile
This is my second review for Kyla And it is only because of how much I have learnt from her ! She helps me navigate towards my goals with so much support and directs me to the right resources when needed! Before taking her class... read the full review - Prasi, 63 lessons with Kyla

Chicago, IL
ADHD Writing Tutor and Teen Motivation Coach
I am a writing tutor with over 13 years of experience. I also have tutored subjects in chemistry and science, however, my tutoring and coaching practice has moved to exclusively offering writing tutoring and teen motivation coaching based on... See Jennifer's full profile
I am a writing tutor with over 13 years of experience. I also have tutored subjects in chemistry and science, however, my tutoring and coaching practice has moved to exclusively offering writing tutoring and teen motivation coaching based on...See Jennifer's full profile
The tears are gone! It has been a long emotional road to find the right writing coach. Due to ADHD and other factors, writing assignments brought on extreme anxiety for my daughter. There were many tears despite her genuine eff... read the full review - Sydney, 16 lessons with Jennifer

Chicago, IL
Master Algebra And Enjoy the Process
Hi! I’m Barney McDermott, a father of three children with a genuine passion for Mathematics. While beginning my professional tutoring journey, I‘ve taught my own children from elementary school through high school with great success. I spent... See Barney's full profile
Hi! I’m Barney McDermott, a father of three children with a genuine passion for Mathematics. While beginning my professional tutoring journey, I‘ve taught my own children from elementary school through high school with great success. I spent...See Barney's full profile

Chicago, IL
Experienced Piano and Voice Teacher/Tutor
Hello, I'm Alexis! I am a Chicago based singer and pianist, and I've taught beginner and intermediate level pianists and vocalists ranging between the ages of 4 and 78. I teach both traditional methods of learning music (sheet music) and/or... See Alexis's full profile
Hello, I'm Alexis! I am a Chicago based singer and pianist, and I've taught beginner and intermediate level pianists and vocalists ranging between the ages of 4 and 78. I teach both traditional methods of learning music (sheet music) and/or...See Alexis's full profile
Alexis helps my daughters, aged 8 and 6 to learn the piano. She is always patient with them. We have seen some good improvements since they first started taking lessons with her a couple of months ago. I highly recommend Alexis... read the full review - Jason, 92 lessons with Alexis

Chicago, IL
A "Young" Professor of Mathematics recently retired
I have over 25 years of experience teaching Mathematics. Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, the entire Calculus sequence, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations. What sets me apart from your average tutor is the in-depth... See Adam's full profile
I have over 25 years of experience teaching Mathematics. Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, the entire Calculus sequence, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations. What sets me apart from your average tutor is the in-depth...See Adam's full profile
Adam is knowledgeable and passionate about teaching his students. He helped me step by step with Multi Variable Calculus and guided me through each problem. Definitely recommend him if you have trouble with a topic.... read the full review - Eric

Chicago, IL
Georgetown Grad, 99% SAT, 95% MCAT, 94% GMAT, 5/5 on 7 AP exams
It might seem strange to say, but I am sort of a tutoring expert. When I was a younger student, I was the annoying kid that usually got the highest grade without studying. Maybe I was accidentally annoying my fellow students, but as your tutor, I... See Warren's full profile
It might seem strange to say, but I am sort of a tutoring expert. When I was a younger student, I was the annoying kid that usually got the highest grade without studying. Maybe I was accidentally annoying my fellow students, but as your tutor, I...See Warren's full profile
Warren is the most amazing tutor. He took my son from an E in Pre-Algebra to an A- on his last test. His teacher literally told me she didn't think tutoring would help my son and to not waste my money to telling me Warren was the ... read the full review - Raiden

Chicago, IL
Professional Data Scientist with M.S. Statistics
An excellent teacher in high school helped me learn to love the process of learning and ever since I've always sought to be an educator and pass that same inspiration on. In addition I tutored high school Math, Physics, ACT and SAT prep while a... See McClelland's full profile
An excellent teacher in high school helped me learn to love the process of learning and ever since I've always sought to be an educator and pass that same inspiration on. In addition I tutored high school Math, Physics, ACT and SAT prep while a...See McClelland's full profile

Chicago, IL
High School Spanish & Conversational Spanish Coach
***I can provide documentation of my Illinois Teacher Certification upon request*** I have 11 years experience as a high school teacher. Currently, I am a Spanish teacher and World Languages Department Chair at a high school in Mundelein, IL.... See Gregory's full profile
***I can provide documentation of my Illinois Teacher Certification upon request*** I have 11 years experience as a high school teacher. Currently, I am a Spanish teacher and World Languages Department Chair at a high school in Mundelein, IL....See Gregory's full profile
Today was my first session with Greg and I am excited that I have found someone who can really help me. I like your method and appreciate your willingness to share your experiences and tips to help me learned faster. Greg, thank y... read the full review - Andrew, 34 lessons with Gregory

Chicago, IL
Friendly, Passionate Engineering Grad Student
Hi there! I'm Kim, a grad student at UIUC on medical leave. I've been tutoring my friends and peers, helping them with homework, test prep, and essay writing for as long as I can remember. I truly love helping people understand difficult and... See Kimberly's full profile
Hi there! I'm Kim, a grad student at UIUC on medical leave. I've been tutoring my friends and peers, helping them with homework, test prep, and essay writing for as long as I can remember. I truly love helping people understand difficult and...See Kimberly's full profile

Chicago, IL
Medical Biology PhD Candidate - 6+ years Tutoring Experience
Hello! My name is Mathias and I am a current 4th year PhD Candidate in Cancer Biology at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Prior to my graduate education I graduated with high distinction in research with high awards for... See Mathias's full profile
Hello! My name is Mathias and I am a current 4th year PhD Candidate in Cancer Biology at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Prior to my graduate education I graduated with high distinction in research with high awards for...See Mathias's full profile

Chicago, IL
UChicago Lecturer, NY Times Contributor, Elite College Essay Coach
I specialize in helping top students write memorable college essays. I also offer tailored coaching, tutoring, and editorial support for anyone looking to improve their writing skills or complete almost any kind of writing project. QUALIFICATIONS... See Shane's full profile
I specialize in helping top students write memorable college essays. I also offer tailored coaching, tutoring, and editorial support for anyone looking to improve their writing skills or complete almost any kind of writing project. QUALIFICATIONS...See Shane's full profile
Shane helped my high school-age daughter with college application essays. He was perfect for the job. He is knowledgeable about the college application process and how the essay should fit in. Even more importantly, he was wonderf... read the full review - Pablo, 15 lessons with Shane

Chicago, IL
Experienced BU Tutor in Epi, Chemistry, Bio, Calculus, Physics C
Hello! My name is Nicole and I graduated from Boston University in 2020 with a degree in neuroscience and cum laude honors. I am currently a first year medical student. In college, I have tutored students privately and in group settings, as well... See Nicole's full profile
Hello! My name is Nicole and I graduated from Boston University in 2020 with a degree in neuroscience and cum laude honors. I am currently a first year medical student. In college, I have tutored students privately and in group settings, as well...See Nicole's full profile

Chicago, IL
AP and College Physics Tutor
Having more than 15 years of teaching experience in Physics, Dr. Arif is a dedicated and well-prepared tutor who has tutored thousands of individuals from various majors including Optics, Astronomy, Physics and Engineering. Dr. Arif also offers... See Arif Emre's full profile
Having more than 15 years of teaching experience in Physics, Dr. Arif is a dedicated and well-prepared tutor who has tutored thousands of individuals from various majors including Optics, Astronomy, Physics and Engineering. Dr. Arif also offers...See Arif Emre's full profile
Very easy to understand difficult topics thanks to Arif's patience and his own extensive knowledge of physics. Made my problems much easier to break down and solve. I appreciate his help very much and definitely recommend to anyon... read the full review - Mahyar, 3 lessons with Arif Emre

Chicago, IL
SAT/ACT Prep Specialist
Standardized tests like the SAT and ACT have three components which must be mastered. The first is content knowledge. I am intimately familiar with every concept that appears on both tests, and can explain each of them in a variety of ways to help... See Eric's full profile
Standardized tests like the SAT and ACT have three components which must be mastered. The first is content knowledge. I am intimately familiar with every concept that appears on both tests, and can explain each of them in a variety of ways to help...See Eric's full profile
I had Eric help me with ACT reading to primarily improve my speed. The 3 sessions I had with him helped me get to my desired level. I would recommend him to anyone who wants a patient and knowledgeable tutor who doesn’t waste any ... read the full review - Anusha, 4 lessons with Eric

Chicago, IL
HS French Teacher for 13 years, Straight A Math student
Hello there! I have plenty of skills to offer! I taught high school French for 13 of the last 20 years and have family and friends that I visit every year in Belgium and France. So, French is my best subject to tutor. However, I also have a... See Paul's full profile
Hello there! I have plenty of skills to offer! I taught high school French for 13 of the last 20 years and have family and friends that I visit every year in Belgium and France. So, French is my best subject to tutor. However, I also have a...See Paul's full profile

Chicago, IL
Experienced Science Tutor Specializing in Biochemistry
I am a highly motivated scientist who graduated magna cum laude with a double major in May 2013 from Northeastern University. I have both my B.S in Biochemistry as well as a B.A in Asian Studies with a minor in Chinese language (Mandarin).... See Anastasia's full profile
I am a highly motivated scientist who graduated magna cum laude with a double major in May 2013 from Northeastern University. I have both my B.S in Biochemistry as well as a B.A in Asian Studies with a minor in Chinese language (Mandarin)....See Anastasia's full profile
Anastasia has completely changed my outlook on biochemistry in just a few weeks. Her input on my own class materials, as well as the study tools she has provided me, have increased my quiz scores by over 30%. I never understood th... read the full review - Jessica, 9 lessons with Anastasia

Chicago, IL
Passionate about APUSH, History, Writing |10+ Yrs Teaching Experience
Hey there, I'm Claire! I have over 10 years of classroom teaching experience and I specialize in AP US History, US History, World History, and Sociology. I hold an Illinois Professional Educator License with certifications to teach middle & high... See Claire's full profile
Hey there, I'm Claire! I have over 10 years of classroom teaching experience and I specialize in AP US History, US History, World History, and Sociology. I hold an Illinois Professional Educator License with certifications to teach middle & high...See Claire's full profile
Claire is a great AP History tutor. She’s very friendly, proactive, knowlegeable and patient. My daugther was so impressed with Claire on her first lesson that we’ve been working with her ever since. She keeps me updated on the le... read the full review - Armando, 13 lessons with Claire

Chicago, IL
UChicago grad avaliable for science and math tutoring!
Hi, I'm Levi! I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in chemistry from Wayne State University and then a Master's degree in chemistry from the University of Chicago. I am currently a PhD candidate in Molecular Engineering at the University of... See Levi's full profile
Hi, I'm Levi! I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in chemistry from Wayne State University and then a Master's degree in chemistry from the University of Chicago. I am currently a PhD candidate in Molecular Engineering at the University of...See Levi's full profile
Levi has a very strong understanding of the material and is able to explain it in a way that's understandable. He's also very patient and gives suggestions on different techniques and resources that will help you understand diff... read the full review - Victoria, 3 lessons with Levi

Chicago, IL
Physics Lecturer
I am a Physics lecturer at Loyola University Chicago. I have a Ph.D. in Computational Biophysics from Ohio University as well as two Master of Science degrees in Physics and Cosmology. I have a special interest in teaching. I enjoy making... See Mahvand's full profile
I am a Physics lecturer at Loyola University Chicago. I have a Ph.D. in Computational Biophysics from Ohio University as well as two Master of Science degrees in Physics and Cosmology. I have a special interest in teaching. I enjoy making...See Mahvand's full profile
Mahvand is an expert in her field. Our daughter is currently taking quantitative physics in high school. Mahvand gives clear insight into the physic topics and homework. Our daughter left the session feeling engaged and with a tho... read the full review - Marlon, 6 lessons with Mahvand

Chicago, IL
Patient and Highly Effective Spanish Instructor, Native Speaker
I am a Spanish native speaker and a former Spanish college professor with over 18 years of experience teaching the language to children and adults and I also prepare students to perform highly on the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam. I am a... See LAURA's full profile
I am a Spanish native speaker and a former Spanish college professor with over 18 years of experience teaching the language to children and adults and I also prepare students to perform highly on the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam. I am a...See LAURA's full profile
I have been doing lessons online via Skype with Laura for several months now and feel so lucky to have found her! A former college Spanish professor, Laura is not only a native speaker but also truly skilled at teaching. She is ... read the full review - Priscilla, 414 lessons with LAURA

Chicago, IL
Photography - Lightroom - Photoshop, Patient and Knowledgeable Teacher
My work on Wyzant specializes in teaching adult learners digital photography and Apple products. I also teach graduate and undergraduate students at the college level and mentor high school students preparing for university programs in the arts.... See Wes's full profile
My work on Wyzant specializes in teaching adult learners digital photography and Apple products. I also teach graduate and undergraduate students at the college level and mentor high school students preparing for university programs in the arts....See Wes's full profile
Wes has been an invaluable resource for me while pushing my photography to the next level. His knowledge of the technical stuff is amazing and he can explain it in a way that I can actually understand. He has helped me out of some... read the full review - Shelley, 22 lessons with Wes

Chicago, IL
Specialty Essay Writing Tutor: IB ENG / AP Lit-Lang / Praxis / College
Karibu (welcome, in Swahili)! I'm a native Nebraskan, with a global perspective of over ten years in international education. I currently teach at an IBO / IGCSE international school in Prague, Czech Republic. I most recently taught college... See Tanya's full profile
Karibu (welcome, in Swahili)! I'm a native Nebraskan, with a global perspective of over ten years in international education. I currently teach at an IBO / IGCSE international school in Prague, Czech Republic. I most recently taught college...See Tanya's full profile
Tanya taught me ENGL.2311 technical writing, the things I like about Tanya; She is very patient, passionate knowledgeable, helpful and welcoming, always on time, very comfortable to work with. Her tutoring knowledge helps me to u... read the full review - Bumi, 20 lessons with Tanya

Chicago, IL
Award-winning physics tutor | Harvard, UChicago PhD, IPhO Gold
I am happy to work with 1. advanced high school students considering future careers in STEM or pursuing physics olympiads or research projects, or 2. college students at all levels, either physics majors or those in other fields seeking help in... See Ohkyung's full profile
I am happy to work with 1. advanced high school students considering future careers in STEM or pursuing physics olympiads or research projects, or 2. college students at all levels, either physics majors or those in other fields seeking help in...See Ohkyung's full profile

Chicago, IL
Engaging Academic Test Prep & US Military Exam Tutor
Seasoned tutor specializing in academic, professional certification and military entrance aptitude tests. Former commissioned officer in the USAF and current executive professional in the nonprofit sector. After separating from the Air Force I... See Jennifer's full profile
Seasoned tutor specializing in academic, professional certification and military entrance aptitude tests. Former commissioned officer in the USAF and current executive professional in the nonprofit sector. After separating from the Air Force I...See Jennifer's full profile
If you need help preparing for the AFOQT, Jennifer is your tutor. I spent about 3 months with Jen preparing for my 2nd attempt at the AFOQT. I am a student aspiring a pilot slot, so we spent much of our time on the sections that g... read the full review - Liam, 21 lessons with Jennifer
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