The Best Algebra 1 Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

I have over 20 years of experience tutoring in math and science. I have a strong math and science foundation. I received my PhD in Molecular Genetics in 2006 from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and I currently work at the University of Chicago as a research scientist. I use math and science in my everyday life.... read more

In spite of the far reaching application of chemistry, especially organic chemistry, instructors have failed to generate interest in this most important area of science. This is primarily due to the perceived abstract nature of how it has been communicated over the years. As a tutor, one of my aims is geared towards... read more

My senior year, I completed my student teaching at Evanston Township High School, where my courses included Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and AP Calculus AB. Currently, I am a math teacher at J. Sterling Morton District 201 where I teached Integrated Math 1. This course includes elements of Algebra 1, Algebra 2,... read more

My name is Sanah. I am a rising junior attending Cornell University. I am a psychology major on the pre medical track. Over the summers, I tutor students between the ages of kindergarten through 5th grade and created engaging games to help them actively learn. At Cornell, I serve as Math TA for Algebra. These tutoring... read more

I have taught/tutored in Algebra 1 and believe the best way to learn is by developing the concepts being learned. I also feel it is important to follow where students are, because they know a lot already, and build from there. My style is Socratic/Vygotskian and stresses practice built on understanding. read more

I am a graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy and Northwestern University, where I majored in Neuroscience, Film, and Philosophy. I am an experienced tutor with a lifelong passion for teaching and learning. I love being able to empower my students to reach their fullest potential and I see learning as a process of... read more

My name is Priti, and I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from University of Illinois, Chicago. I have over 10+ years of experience in teaching mathematics. Some of the subjects in which I have a niche are pre-algebra, algebra 1, geometry, algebra 2, trigonometry, and pre-calculus, and most of... read more

I am an Northwestern University Grad with a degree in Liberal Arts focused on Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an experienced math and writing tutor who will teach basic math concepts and/or expository writing with patience and strong communication skills. My... read more

I am a full-time math professor with a passion for helping students learn math. Classes taught on a regular basis: * Probability/Statistics * Prealgebra * College Algebra * Trigonometry * Precalculus * Calculus 1 & 2 I'm also happy to help students prepare for exams (SAT/ACT/AP). I have over 20 years of tutoring... read more

I want to be able to teach kids these fundamental ways of thinking, and to give them a solid understanding of mathematical concepts. I excelled in mathematics courses such as Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Statistics and Calculus. I am a very fun, easy-going person and am easy to get along with.... read more