Chicago Math Tutors

Hello there! I'm Monica! I teach first grade in Chicago Public Schools. I have a Master's Degree with Distinction in Elementary Education from DePaul University and a Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology and Sociology from Knox College. I hold Professional Educator and Paraprofessional Licenses from the state of Illinois and am CPR certified. I have six years of experience working in education, including two years of teaching first grade and four years of tutoring English, Social Studies, and Math to grades 2-9 in CPS. I live in Lincoln Park but have reliable transportation and am willing to travel. My interests include: childhood literacy, crossword puzzles, reading, golfing, educational policy, and discovering new restaurants in the city! Thanks for reading!

Hi, I am a dedicated & reliable tutor with 3+ years experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have a strong background in core subjects (English, math, science, etc.). I have developed these skills throughout 18+ years of study with a B. S. degree in finance and a J. D. I would be happy to discuss your needs!

Making learning fun is key for any student. Academic success comes naturally when the student discovers the love of learning. Creating a positive atmosphere is key to building this foundation. Dreading a subject can be reduced or even avoided by finding strengths. Understanding that there are many types of intelligence opens the way to individualized teaching methods. Starting from these positives allows the student to learn difficult concepts. This builds self-confidence and helps me customize the learning experience. Finding the special gifts that every person has is the key to build from positive experiences to learn difficult concepts. For example, a visually oriented student may have a history of dreading math but can also realize that they are actually excellent at geometry because of the visual gifts they possess. Some may learn best by sitting still, listening and taking notes, while for others this is the cause of test anxiety. If learning a song or clapping your hands helps memorization; I say let's do it!

I have tutored students in math and science from 3rd-8th grades. I have also tutored students in reading in 1st and 2nd grades.

I have taught kindergarten and first grade and sixth grade as well as teaching Reading/Language Arts and Social Studies to grades five through eight for three years. Prior to that I substitute taught children ranging from age 4 to age 14 in all subjects. Since I substitute taught in several different schools I have experience with many different Reading and Math curricula. I have experience tutoring first through seventh grade in Reading and Math as well as assisting in ESL classes. I also have two decades of experience encouraging my own sons in their learning. When working with young readers I begin by assessing their phonics, phonemic awareness, and comprehension skills so that we can work at the appropriate level. I use a variety of methods to teach children phonics and decoding and to build reading comprehension, including games as much as possible. I use manipulatives, such as counters, dice, and coins often in teaching Math to younger scholars. I like to start with what the scholar is currently doing for homework and reinforce those skills with extra practice if necessary. I also work on basic skills which need to be reinforced and provide more challenging work when the scholar has grasped those concepts being covered in class. I strongly believe that children need to understand the why behind the answers. Whenever possible, I also review the scholar's tests/quizzes helping him/her correct any errors and also understand why he/she made those errors and come up with strategies to avoid them in the future. I am passionate about learning and seek to make it as fun for my students as possible knowing that we learn more when we are having fun doing so. One of my greatest joys in life is seeing a scholar have that "light bulb" moment when he/she comprehends a concept and then watching them soar with that new knowledge and skill.

Childcare and Teaching Experience Teaching at the University of Chicago 2016-2018 Bessie Pierce Prize Lectureship 2014-2018 Lecturer, History of European Civilization I & III 2013 Intern, History of European Civilization I & II Teaching at DePaul University 2018 Lecturer, The World: 1900-Present 2016-2018 Lecturer, Europe: 1789-Present Education Administration and Secondary School Teaching 2010 Intern, 10th Grade Government, Howard High School, Ellicott City, MD 2007-2010 Assistant Director, Summer at Barstow, Kansas City, MO 2005-2007 Office Assistant, Summer at Barstow Tutoring and Childcare 2005-2007 Math and Reading Tutor, Johns Hopkins Tutorial Project, Baltimore, MD 2000-2007 Teachers' Assistant, The Barstow School, Kansas City, MO 2004-2005 Remedial Math Tutor, The Barstow School, Kansas City, MO 2004-2005 Before and After School Nanny, Kansas City, MO 2001-2005 Extended Care Assistant, Summer at Barstow, Kansas City, MO.

I have been a teacher for six years helping students from 6th-11th grade find their confidence, tap into their potential and succeed. I specialize in reading, writing, and math instruction, with an emphasis on test prep strategies for SAT, ACT, and HSPT. I help demystify the learning process for students teaching tips, tricks, and strategies that have a lasting impact for success.

Are you looking for someone to work holistically with your child and their educational process? Perhaps build a bridge between conventional education and an alternative approach? I pride myself on being able to help caregivers and students navigate the difficult world of education and learning. If you are looking for a little extra math help, someone to coach your child through executive functioning modalities, creative expression, or self-directed projects, I can help! We are all different, and we all learn differently. Not every approach to learning can be the same. I am here to help you build a system that works for YOU. I currently have six years working in the Waldorf method but am very familiar with mainstream approaches too. Being Simplicity Parenting "Family Life Coach" trained, I can also help build systems around family life as well. My passion in life is helping students and caregivers understand they can do it!

Hi, my name is Taylor and I love helping others learn. I am a recent college graduate with a Bachelors degree in Human Biology with minors in Chemistry and Sociology. With that being said, science and math are my strong suits followed by English and writing. During college I work at the Boys and Girls Club and obtained lots of experience with homework help and tutoring. If you have any specific questions please feel free to reach out to me. Thanks!

Hello: I am committed to helping children excel in understanding the principles of learning in a fun and practical way. My former experience as a volunteer tutor was rewarding in helping CPS under-privileged elementary students develop in reading and comprehension. In 2010 and 2011 term of the National Assessment Education Program I was contracted to administer the testing and monitoring of CPS elementary and High School students in reading, math and science. Currently one of my students, is a Second Grader on Honor roll attending a CPS Magna school that I have tutored since 5 years old in English, grammar, writing and reading. I am currently tutoring piano, English, writing, grammar and reading comprehension. I look forward to meeting with you to help your child discover the art of learning.