Stephen M.

• Cullom, IL 60929 ( 14.2 mi )
• Biology Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $53.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Life Science, Chemistry

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I believe in taking a casual approach in tutoring. From previous experience, I have found that many times students understand the material but tend to get flustered in a classroom environment. I provide guidance when needed, but sometimes students just need someone there to talk it out with them. If this is the case I like to ask questions until they find the answers themselves. This method not only teaches them the material, but also builds confidence because they realize they can figure out much of it themselves.
I worked for Kankakee Community College for one year as a Math and Spanish tutor in 2006 and 2007. During this year, I honed the mathematics I learned through high school as well as the four years of Spanish I had taken to that point. After a year, my classes conflicted with my tutoring schedule but I still wanted to help fellow students so I started independently tutori ... read more

John C.

• Normal, IL 61761 ( 35.9 mi )
• Biology 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, Life Science, Genetics, Chemistry

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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 mathematical skills. I completed 2 semesters of Organic chemistry, 3 quarters of College Algebra, and 2 quarters of College Calculus (single variable only) I have had a lot of experience working with autistic students, behavior disorder students, and LD students, also.
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 r ... read more

Jill M.

• Normal, IL 61761 ( 36.2 mi )
• Biology Tutor

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

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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

Michael S.

• Normal, IL 61761 ( 37 mi )
• Biology 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, Life Science, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Anatomy

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A Little Bit About Me...

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.