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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

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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

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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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I have been tutoring elementary school kids in various subjects for the past two years at tutoring centers. Thus, I know how to work with elementary school kids and their different level of specific needs. Also, I have a bachelor's degree so I am skilled with the area of teaching and how to work with kids.
I have been tutoring elementary school kids in various subjects for the past two years at tutoring centers. Thus, I know how to work with elementary school kids and their different level of specific needs. Also, I have a bachelor's degree so I am skilled with the area of teaching and how to work with kids.

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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...

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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...

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I am a licensed elementary & special education teacher with a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with ESL and bilingual endorsements.
I am a licensed elementary & special education teacher with a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with ESL and bilingual endorsements.
I was a little overwhelmed and not entirely sure what to do when my daughter's first-grade report card identified that she was approaching (not meeting) expectations in Phonological Awareness, Phonics and Word Recognition, Reading... - Mitchell, 987 lessons with Christina

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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...

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I have been an elementary school classroom teacher for 10 years. In that time, I created and delivered lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to students with a wide range of learning profiles.
I have been an elementary school classroom teacher for 10 years. In that time, I created and delivered lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to students with a wide range of learning profiles.

I owned and operated a Kumon Math and Reading Center for over 11 years. I was an assistant Junior Kindergarten teacher at a private school for girls. I have been substitute teaching in a private school for the girls for the past year.
I owned and operated a Kumon Math and Reading Center for over 11 years. I was an assistant Junior Kindergarten teacher at a private school for girls. I have been substitute teaching in a private school for the girls for the past year.
Great communication with keeping me updated on my daughters skills. Nimi is now one of the best at math in her class!! - Funke, 155 lessons with Susan

I have a B.A. in Elementary Education (K-8), a minor in Spanish , and an M.S. in Literacy. I've been teaching or tutoring for over 20 years.
I have a B.A. in Elementary Education (K-8), a minor in Spanish , and an M.S. in Literacy. I've been teaching or tutoring for over 20 years.
My daughter has made amazing improvements in her reading working with Teri! We are so happy with her continued progress. - Elizabeth , 75 lessons with Teri

I value the opportunity to offer writing and math tutoring to students and learners at the K-6 level. I graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. in philosophy, and value student success and the aspiration to learn and grow. I began tutoring...
I value the opportunity to offer writing and math tutoring to students and learners at the K-6 level. I graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. in philosophy, and value student success and the aspiration to learn and grow. I began tutoring...
I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional tutoring provided by Robert. His guidance has been instrumental in significantly improving my writing skills. With insightful feedback and detailed analysis, Robert has consist... - Lee, 63 lessons with Robert

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...
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...
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

I have been tutoring Elementary (K-6th) mathematics remotely for the past year. In that time, I have worked with over 20 children on Elementary mathematics, and have helped them improve their grades significantly. I also excel at being a...
I have been tutoring Elementary (K-6th) mathematics remotely for the past year. In that time, I have worked with over 20 children on Elementary mathematics, and have helped them improve their grades significantly. I also excel at being a...
My 13-year-old son has ADHD and mild dyscalculia. Robert is very polite and patient. He is also flexible about helping with school assignments and study guides that have been uploaded to him. He has helped my son with math, scie... - Kevin, 501 lessons with Robert

My qualifications lie in a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts. I excel in creating engaging learning experiences that foster a strong foundation in mathematical skills. Additionally, my ability to adapt teaching methods to suit...
My qualifications lie in a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts. I excel in creating engaging learning experiences that foster a strong foundation in mathematical skills. Additionally, my ability to adapt teaching methods to suit...

I hold a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and have over five years of classroom teaching experience. I specialize in supporting students in grades 2–6, focusing on foundational skills in reading, writing, and math. As a certified...
I hold a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and have over five years of classroom teaching experience. I specialize in supporting students in grades 2–6, focusing on foundational skills in reading, writing, and math. As a certified...
Ms. India has been an incredible tutor for our 3rd grader, and we are so grateful for her! At the start of the school year, our daughter was at the 18th percentile on the STAR reading assessment, and she has now grown to the 72nd... - Karen, 77 lessons with India

I have a lot of experience tutoring elementary school children. This past year, I tutored a fifth grader in math and vocabulary. Before this, I was a volunteer tutor in two school districts, where I tutored math, English, science, and social...
I have a lot of experience tutoring elementary school children. This past year, I tutored a fifth grader in math and vocabulary. Before this, I was a volunteer tutor in two school districts, where I tutored math, English, science, and social...
Abigail was phenomenal in preparing my son for the SAT math section. With just a handful of focused sessions the week before the test, she helped my son achieve a perfect 800 score. Abigail clearly knew how to identify key areas f... - Anna, 2 lessons with Abigail

. I have a Masters and a degree in Elementary Education. I have tutored in Mathematics for fifteen years. I have also substituted in several classrooms focusing on elementary and middle school math. I have also tutored students in the area of...
. I have a Masters and a degree in Elementary Education. I have tutored in Mathematics for fifteen years. I have also substituted in several classrooms focusing on elementary and middle school math. I have also tutored students in the area of...

I am a credential California math teacher. I have taught math in-person, online, and hybrid (both). I have worked with a variety of students including: RSP, English Language Learners, GATE, Special Education, and many others.
I am a credential California math teacher. I have taught math in-person, online, and hybrid (both). I have worked with a variety of students including: RSP, English Language Learners, GATE, Special Education, and many others.

I was a teacher in private schools for about 12 years and then began helping families at home during Covid lockdowns. I tutor students in grades PreK to fourth as a high impact early literacy tutor and tutor students in-person and online in all...
I was a teacher in private schools for about 12 years and then began helping families at home during Covid lockdowns. I tutor students in grades PreK to fourth as a high impact early literacy tutor and tutor students in-person and online in all...
Ms Kelly is wonderful! She just started teaching our 1st grader math and reading/spelling. She is very patient and makes learning process fun! She keeps our son engaged and makes sure that he understands everything before they mov... - Justyna

I have taught 6th-grade math for the last 4 years. The content I've taught consists of ratios and proportions, expressions and equations, geometry-surface area and volume, fractions, unit rates and percentages, rational numbers, and statistics. I...
I have taught 6th-grade math for the last 4 years. The content I've taught consists of ratios and proportions, expressions and equations, geometry-surface area and volume, fractions, unit rates and percentages, rational numbers, and statistics. I...
Jessi worked with my 5th grader on the SSAT math section and my daughter enjoyed her tutoring style and after the 1st session mentioned Jessi really simplified the concepts and was able to help her learn so much in a short while.... - Onyinye, 48 lessons with Jessi

I am a certified elementary teacher, and I have been teaching for fourteen years. I have experience with primary, intermediate, and upper elementary grades. I hold a B.S. in Elementary Education from Penn State University and an M.A. in Literacy...
I am a certified elementary teacher, and I have been teaching for fourteen years. I have experience with primary, intermediate, and upper elementary grades. I hold a B.S. in Elementary Education from Penn State University and an M.A. in Literacy...
Kelly has been working with my two girls (8 and 5 years old). It has been difficult getting them to go on zoom during regular school but they never have any complaints when they have to meet with Kelly. They like the time they g... - Nancy , 68 lessons with Kelly

I have the expertise to tutor elementary students (K-6th). I have 12+ years of experience teaching students in grades 4-6. My specialty has been in mathematics, but I have also worked with the language arts program (teaching writing...
I have the expertise to tutor elementary students (K-6th). I have 12+ years of experience teaching students in grades 4-6. My specialty has been in mathematics, but I have also worked with the language arts program (teaching writing...
Sharon has been tutoring my son for two years. The instruction he was receiving at his school was very uneven. I picked Sharon because she had an undergraduate degree in math and had taught in elementary, middle and high school.... - Rina, 99 lessons with Sharon

I have been teaching at the college level since 2001, but I have also had extensive experience babysitting as well as tutoring children. While I have primarily tutored children in foreign languages, I am well versed in children's books and have...
I have been teaching at the college level since 2001, but I have also had extensive experience babysitting as well as tutoring children. While I have primarily tutored children in foreign languages, I am well versed in children's books and have...

In addition to teaching high school science and math, I have taught elementary and middle school science, math, and English as a second language. I have experience teaching gifted children in all subject areas as well as struggling learners. My...
In addition to teaching high school science and math, I have taught elementary and middle school science, math, and English as a second language. I have experience teaching gifted children in all subject areas as well as struggling learners. My...
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