Award-Winning Contract Law Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...will improve performance in school and beyond is very fulfilling to me. Each student brings a unique set of resources and ambitions to the table and I embrace the challenge of trying out different approaches and strategies until the student finds out what "clicks." That is the point at which the student has developed a method for taking in, synthesizing and manifesting understanding of virtually any topic and sets a path for academic and professional...

...comparative politics, etc. I received my JD from Chicago-Kent College of Law, where I received a CALI Award in Intimate Partner Violence. I currently work as an Insurance Defense litigator in Chicago, Illinois. I find myself drawn to tutoring because I needed a tutor when I went through schooling and I felt that tutoring was a major reason I was able to achieve the academic success I have found. I am most passionate when teaching...

...Suddenly back in undergraduate classes again, I had to brush up on my test taking and study skills. The program was so interesting I decided to pursue a graduate degree. Based on my undergrad performance and my GRE scores I obtained a full scholarship for my Master of Science. I had a great teacher early in life who stressed the importance of test-taking and time management. One of my goals in tutoring is to pass...

I am a mechanical engineering grad and current law student passionate about helping those interested in the STEM field

...Studies, Women's Studies Gender Studies, and Social Work. I believe in the potential for any student to achieve an A in every course and in every assignment. More so than a grade, my goal is to help students fall in love with the process of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches toward tutoring mine have been for all learning types in various academic subjects. While my tutoring...

...alumna of the University of Miami. I graduated in 2015 with a B.B.A. in Legal Studies with a minor in Accounting. I graduated in 2019 from San Francisco State University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing. Presently, I am a doctoral student at Indiana University-Bloomington. I have extensive writing and editing experience with 100+ published articles, seven years of writing experience, and four years of editorial work. I have experience tutoring students from grades K-12...

...Production Specialist. Additionally my writings have been published in Irish America Magazine (New York), Blending Magazine (Florence, Italy), and The Weekly Post (Peoria). I also served as an editor for author Mary Pat Kelly. My tutoring experience has ranged from ages 6-19, specifically working on reading, writing and editing all forms of the English subject. I have taught English in Spain to high school students, edited essays in college and tutored elementary school students in...

...as much from my students as they do from me. I am currently on a sabbatical from my university where I serve as a law professor. I am in the middle of two books on law/psychology and a science fiction novel about artificial intelligence. In my spare time, I research and write. With a penchant for classical music and horse riding, I find it useful to temper my scholarly exuberance with some distractions such as...

I am a business-focused JD with an optimistic attitude and a passion for equipping and empowering my students to perform to the best of their abilities, and to have fun while doing it!

...school ELA, history, and science, and I was an elementary literacy specialist two years running for a summer teacher training program at a large elementary school. I have also been a high school principal, and most recently, my full-time job has been to coach high school principals around the country. My diverse experiences have given me insight into a wide range of content areas and age groups, from kids to adult learners. I am an...

...earn my B.A. at Northwestern University in 2014. I tutor to expand upon my natural abilities in supporting young people achieve their academic goals and to nurture my love of learning and teaching! I am also a huge proponent of diversity, and love to see students of all backgrounds and abilities thrive and succeed. In my free time, I enjoy running, baking, cooking reading, listening to podcasts, and spending the summertime outside in the beautiful...

...so I entered a Geochemistry PhD program at The University of Chicago. I passed my oral and written exams, and selected a thesis project of measuring oxygen isotope ratios in organic compounds in meteorites (to determine if these compounds came from interstellar space or were synthesized "locally.") Late in life, however, I was blessed with the birth of twins, James and Margaret, and I decided to leave the University to raise my children. In sum,...

...graduated from Lake Forest College with a BA in Sociology and Anthropology, with minors in Art History and Legal Studies. I graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. Although I eventually plan on obtaining my PhD in Anthropology/Archaeology, I am having a great time tutoring students and helping them reach their full potential in a wide range of subjects! I am also a licensed substitute teacher in the State of Illinois.

...in a child's development. I promise to do my best to help your child excel in his or her future. At the same time, I also understand that there are many different factors that motivate a child in his studies. I think it's important not just to drill facts into students, but to help them appreciate how their studies will have a real effect on their lives. I hope to make the learning process not...

...for two years in the New York City Department of Education, and over those two years I helped my students attain an average reading growth of 1.5 years/year for each student, and an average math level proficiency growth of 1.3 years/year per student. I have experience teaching students with a wide array of learning needs, and have experience motivating students to enjoy learning and feel inspired to achieve their goals. I look forward to supporting...

...a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army JAG Corps. I scored highly on the LSAT and succeeded in law school, where I was the Editor-in-Chief of the Richmond Journal of Law and Technology. I also won awards on the Moot Court Board, where I served on the Executive Board. I look forward to helping you prepare for the LSAT, your law school classes, or any other subject in which you would like to improve.... I believe...

...of papers in both subjects. In addition to law and physics, I am also fairly skilled with languages, having taken Spanish for six years, and Italian, Ancient Greek, and Latin for a year apiece. In addition to focusing on law, physics, and languages, I have also had a lot of success with helping students with learning disabilities, such as ADD, ADHD, and dyslexia. I myself was diagnosed with ADHD when I was six, and I...

...of a youth non-profit, I hosted college and job preparedness workshops as well as implemented a tutoring program to help youth with their organizational and study skills. In addition to the volunteer tutoring I've done in youth centers, I have worked for tutoring companies for the past 4 years, specializing in middle and high school math, reading comprehension, writing, and ACT and SAT Test Prep. I continue to volunteer my services outside of those positions...

...next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to continue inspiring students and fostering a love of learning...

...at New England Law|Boston in Boston, MA. I currently practice law as an immigration attorney in Herndon, VA. I speak 4 languages (English, Farsi, Spanish, and Portuguese) which is very helpful as an immigration lawyer. I also love history, traveling (have lived in Europe and South America), reading, watching/playing sports (soccer, basketball, football, rugby, hockey, baseball), and the outdoors (hiking, rock climbing, beaches, etc.). I also love getting to meet and know new people. I...