Melissa W.

• Lincoln, IL 62656 ( 10.5 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Earth Science

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The focus is always on the student's learning - everything I do I want the student to be able to learn from. I believe every student learns differently and therefore must be taught in a unique way. I believe every student has the ability to learn and succeed and that knowledge is the gateway to a better life.
As a pre-service teacher, I am constantly preparing to become an excellent educator. My degree is in Elementary Education with an emphasis on Children's Studies and Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL). I have endorsements in language arts, science, and social sciences. Through clinical placements I have observed, tutored, and taught in two elementary classrooms. I have also tutored in math, reading, and ESL and I have experience working with children with special needs. My experiences have be rewarding and have shown me that learning can commence any place, at any ti ... read more

Aidan P.

• Decatur, IL 62521 ( 16.3 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Earth Science, Biology

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I believe teaching is my calling. I love sharing my enthusiasm for learning with others. I am a great motivator and my goal is to inspire every child to succeed in order to reach his/her potential. I am patient, knowledgeable, considerate, and understand that every child learns differently. I feel that my creativity allows me to adapt to student needs. I take a constructivist approach to teaching. I believe that students should be active learners and should set their own goals for themselves. The best reward is knowledge and the ability to attain their goals. I think students learn best by practice, as well as from peer interaction. I am certain I can help your child succeed.
I have recently completed student teaching and have earned my teaching certificate as an art specialist. I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of students at different levels with var ... read more

Erin H.

• Heyworth, IL 61745 ( 19.2 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $60.00 to $71.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Physics, Organic Chemistry, Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I have really enjoyed teaching through coaching. Throughout my coaching career, I have worked with all different types of athletes who each learn things a little bit differently. Because of this, I have been able to practice presenting information in lots of different ways in order to get all types of learners to understand the material.
As a student-athlete at Illinois State University, I learned many invaluable skills. I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Physics as well as minors in both Mathematics and Exercise Science. Earning this degree as well as two minors has allowed me to gain a large amount of knowledge in both science and math. Being a student-athlete also taught me great leadership, hard work, teaching and time management skills. In my final year at Illinois State University, I taught a physics lab course. I have also spent many years coaching which has ... read more

Gary L.

• New Holland, IL 62671 ( 19.6 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $44.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Physics, Organic Chemistry, Marine Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I have 25 years experience in the civil engineering field, specifically the water resources area. I started substitute teaching at both the Lincoln Community High School and Hartem School District in 2009. I also started tutoring for Lincoln College in the Academic Success Center, last year. I tutor biology, chemistry, but especially math of all levels ... including statistics and geometry. I have been tutoring math from beginning basic math through advanced calculus and statistics at Lincoln College for the past 2 semesters. I have also been substitute teaching at Hartem Elementary and High School; and Lincoln Community High School for the past 2 semesters. This combined with my BA degrees from the University of Illinois qualify me for the courses I have chosen to tutor.
I customize my teaching style to best suit the individual students, I have the ability to explain the concept ... read more

Michelle B.

• Emden, IL 62635 ( 19.8 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $48.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Earth Science

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I think that children are the most vital asset to our society. We must pass on all the knowledge that we possibly can, and I have decided to dedicate my life to this endeavor. I believe that all students have the ability to learn. I believe that each student learns in his or her own way. Whether it be a visual, auditory, or kinethetic learner, I am prepared to alter my teaching style to assist my students in any way possible. I will strive to help all the students that I come into contact with, and I know that I will learn a lot from these students as well.
I am a graduate of Western Illinois University, and I am excited to be starting my teaching career. I have earned a bachelor degree in Elementary Education and have received my teaching certificate for Elementary (K-9). I have been teaching in a pre-school for the past three summers while I was finishing my schooling. I have had ... read more

Kayla W.

• rochester, IL 62563 ( 26.2 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Earth Science, Biology

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I am open to different tutoring/teaching styles to accommodate different peoples individual needs and differences in learning style.I am very passionate about teaching/tutoring and enjoy helping others and seeing them understand a concept that before may have been trivial to them. I do whatever I possibly can in order to accommodate each persons needs. I give 110% when teaching/tutoring because I have to give all I can when helping others because I know that most of the time this is the difference in grades for that individual.
I am currently an Avid Tutor for Springfield 186 School District in Springfield, Il.I am also Teacher Assistant and Special Education Attendant certified. I have also tutored at Lincoln Land Community College in the past. I also have done private tutoring for friends of our family and people that they know and have referred me. I have my Associates degree an ... read more

Jason M.

• Bloomington, IL 61701 ( 27.2 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I believe that each and every student has an ability to learn and it is necessary to find a method of teaching conducive to the individual. For example, I was a student that learned though hands on activities and writing. Having a teacher stand and lecture never appealed to me. Other children, and adults, may be more apt to retain through reading or repetition. It is important to identify a student’s strengths and weaknesses in order for them to get the most out of their academic careers. I am a very patient person and have a wide range of teaching strategies.
I have had practical experience working as a microbiology level I technician for a major pharmaceutical company. My primary duties included many of the bench chemistry and laboratory biology techniques from college. I have completed one year of post bachelor's education at Illinois State University and am currently one ... read more

Barbara S.

• Petersburg, IL 62675 ( 28.6 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $43.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Earth Science

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I have been a Special Education Teacher since 1998 and have most enjoyed and excelled with students through teaching reading skills. I have exceptional skills in motivating students to learn how to read. I passed the Reading Teacher Certification Test in November and am waiting for my official certificate with Reading Teacher added. I have 7 1/2 years of teaching special education in Illinois and Missouri.I am an IL certified Reading Teacher. I have been volunteer tutoring literacy students for the Springfield and Cantrall School Districts.
My goal is to enhance the knowledge of children through the implementation of their best learning style (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, or tactile) and to motivate the students to pursue further learning and personal experience in the topic we are studying. I treat my clients with respect and ask for it in return. I am extremely patient w ... read more

Michael S.

• Normal, IL 61761 ( 28.7 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I am passionate about Biology and have a lot of fun teaching it. I aim to make studying biology interesting to students and hopefully fun for them too. I believe that, with just a little help, anyone can learn Biology content and maybe even learn something they can use outside of the classroom!
I graduated from Illinois State University in 2009 with a BS in Biological Sciences and I am currently working towards my certificate in teaching secondary education. I have experience teaching in lab settings, community college classrooms as well as tutoring at the high school and middle school level.

Jill M.

• Normal, IL 61761 ( 29.1 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Earth Science, Biology

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I believe in using the environment and the interests of the child to teach any subject. It is important to capture the interest of the child so they are motivated to learn. Each child learns in different ways so I adapt my teaching style to meet the needs of the child. I believe in developing creative and engaging lessons. My ultimate goal is to have children succeed in education based on their abilities and learning experiences.
I received my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I have endorsements in Science, Language Arts, and Social Science. I student taught 1st grade and spent the 2008-2009 school year as a Teaching Assistant for two Kindergarten classrooms. During my time as a student teacher and teaching assistant I have worked with students individually, small groups, and as a whole group. I have a lot of experience with teaching reading using phonemic awarene ... read more

John C.

• Normal, IL 61761 ( 29.6 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Chemistry, Biology

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My teaching style is one which engages the student actively in the learning process. I have used the "popcorn" technique in a classroom, where I call out "popcorn", then call on someone at random. This ensures that each student in the class is following, or else they lose their turn to read. If I'm working w/ a student w/ poor reading skills, I allow them to read, and help them w/ the difficult words, encouraging them to sound out the word. I also try to engage models, and kinestetics, in the learning process. One picture=1,000 words, and one model = 1,000 pictures. I also use these techniques in teaching mathematics.
In college, I was a peer tutor in Math, Physics, Biology, and Chemistry. I have sub-taught for CUSD 5, and CUSD 87, for 3 years. I have a Illinois Type 09 Certification, which is currently valid in McLean County. I have good grammar skills, and very good mathe ... read more

Nathaniel M.

• Kincaid, IL 62540-0453 ( 30.2 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Earth Science

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I was a teacher's aide for three years for children K-3. I also have a communications degree and worked professionally as a journalist. I am comfortable teaching all types of English to all grades.
I have the ability to teach children at their level. I like to make it fun and make the child is learning something and has a good experience while learning what they need.

Joseph C.

• Chatham, IL 62629 ( 32.1 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Organic Chemistry, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology

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I graduated from Monmouth College with a B.A Degree in Mathematics while being a four-year starter and two-year football team captain. I can serve as an example that studies and extracurricular activities can go hand in hand. For the first two years I was a chemistry major and my science coursework included botany, geology, and astronomy. Furthermore, my non-math and science electives were focused on ancient Greek philosophy, society, and recreation. The liberal arts curriculum and an incredible grammar teacher in high school have provided me with excellent literary skills as well. My tutoring experience comes from teaching our five children and their classmates in all classes over the last 18 years.
I truly enjoy helping children reach their full potential. I believe that children who don't understand a subject just haven't had it explained to them in their way of learning and I b ... read more