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Joseph: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...starve a student of the efficiency needed to demonstrate skills students have to educational institutions. Both technique and knowledge must be instilled in every student to truly prepare students for standardized tests, but also their academic careers afterwards. Finally, I believe the glue to all this is the relationship between the tutor and student. Over...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics
Jay: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...a BS/MD program. My academic interests are in Biology and Mathematics, and I particularly enjoy students who care about understanding the "Why" and "How" behind interesting phenomena. To me, learning is most fun when its both social and introspective. And in that spirit, I hope to help share the excitement in seeking a thorough understanding of...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
La Lee: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...capacities over the last four years, including a fellowship during which I taught pre-algebraic math to a group of middle school students from traditionally underserved backgrounds in Saint Paul, MN. I love interacting with students and seeing them grow over the course of their studies. I'm ecstatic at the opportunity to learn alongside them as...
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Princeton University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Christopher: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...grow and learn as they continue to gain more knowledge and it gives me joy to see them succeed with my help along the way. I am a great communicator and listener, and I can put myself in my student's shoes and understand their lives. It is my goal that any student that I have...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Davis: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...from Drake University, where he studied Finance and Economics, graduating with University Honors. After graduation, Davis worked as an Underwriter and as a Financial Analyst. While working he also received a Certification in Data Analysis and Visualization from the University of Minnesota. He has received an overall score in the 99th percentile on the GMAT....
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Drake University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
GMAT: 770
Mikaela: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...teaching high school students and undergraduates in formal, paid settings. I have been teaching in some capacity for seven years because I genuinely enjoy it. I enjoy the eureka moment when concepts click. I'm mostly qualified to teach math-related subjects. If you are "not a math person", I'm willing to work with you to find...
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University of Kansas - Bachelor of Science, Economics
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Economics, Economics
Marshall: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...enjoy creative writing, and I tap into this passion when working with students to improve their writing skills. I earned my undergraduate degree from Indiana University where I obtained a B.S. in Applied Health Science, majoring in Human Development and Family Studies. Currently, I'm preparing to enroll in a Masters program in Clinical Mental Health...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Meriam: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...years. Having worked in countries all over the world, I am comfortable working with a diverse range of people, regardless of their language fluency and subject expertise. Since graduating, I have been attending a post-bac program at the University of Toronto in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to medical school. I have also...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology and French
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Julia: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...when the teacher taught them. I had to bridge that gap by reasoning through material on my own, which has equipped me to explain it creatively to others. I also taught myself to take the ACT and have a strong understanding of how to strengthen those test-taking skills. I have worked with young children as...
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Agnes Scott College - Associate in Arts, International Relations
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Erik: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...Biochemistry and Biophysics. Tutored Advanced Undergraduate Organic Chemistry throughout college. Years of experience tutoring Math, various Sciences, and Spanish from elementary through High School. I believe in approaching problems from multiple angles, understanding the processes, and using real world examples to comprehend complex material. Will attend Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine in the Fall.
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 31
Kathryn: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...been focusing on my studies, but the path before me is clear enough that I am able to reenter education. Having as many teaching experiences and learning to meet different needs has been a strong influence on my career to date. In addition to being a classroom teacher, I have previous experience as a substitute...
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Boston University - Bachelors, History
Boston College - Masters, Secondary Education, History
GRE Verbal: 162
Sarah: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...math, especially since I know that it can be hard. While I specialize in working with middle and high school students, I have worked with students as young as kindergarten and those well into adulthood. For those of you based in the Chicagoland area, I am an experienced Test Prep tutor who has successfully helped...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Psychology
Providence College - Masters, Secondary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Gina: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...a semester abroad in Paris, where I lived with a host family and soaked in the culture, like a slice of baguette bread mopping up a delicious sauce. My tutoring style is direct but not overbearing: I know how to direct students to the right answer, but I will do so through leading questions, providing...
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DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
Mary: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...the A.P English exam, a perfect score on the SAT literature exam, and a perfect score on the logic portion of the LSAT. I traveled in my youth and spent significant time in Mexico, Spain, Japan and Argentina. I like meeting new people and have great respect for people from all backgrounds. Learning is one...
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University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelors, Spanish Literature
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago Kent College of Law - Masters, Law
Alex: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...his schedule allowed. When I was growing up, Peter would always give a hearing to my latest idiosyncratic notions. Inevitably, our discussions turned to the subject of free will. And Peter would listen, and question, and probe. He would locate a seam in my belief system, a loose thread that I hadn't quite considered or...
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Macalester College - Bachelors, English
University of Chicago - Masters, Political Science and Government
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Math: 720
Ryan: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...clear understanding of the student's objectives, current knowledge and learning style. The rapport between the tutor and student builds success based on those three elements. Outside of academia I love to ski, take care of my son's goldendoodle and do anything associated with plants including volunteering at the Urban Farm in my neighborhood.
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Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Northwestern University Kellogg Graduate School of Management - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
SAT Verbal: 759
Jasper N: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...and fantastic traditions. As an educator I have worked with adults with learning disabilities. I have taught science, english, and history courses for K-8. I was a teaching assistant for Drawing for Animation at the college level. And I've homeschooled an 8 year old in the subjects of science, history, sorcery, and storytelling. I'm passionate...
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California State University-Long Beach - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Hannah: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...studies. After graduating I worked for a year as an Americorps fellow for a program called AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps, and I am currently working with young adults with Aspergers at a social service agency. I have extensive experience tutoring and mentoring children, teenagers, and young adults, including those with developmental and/or learning disabilities....
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Pre-med/Psychology, Minor in Gender Studies
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 31
Nicole: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...well as ACT and GMAT. I have tutored athletes throughout college and also tutored in high school. My tutoring style mostly involves asking leading questions so a student can figure out the correct answer on their own with some guidance. Outside of academia, I love to cook, hang out with friends and watch sports.... I would give the student practice problems to see what topics they may be struggling with the most so that we can...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Russell: Portage ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Portage, IN
...at Indiana University, and I completed my MS in chemistry at New York University. I worked in education in New York for 25 years, including as a science and math teacher, department chair, and Head of Upper School for a number of K-12 independent schools. I reside in Hyde Park, Chicago. I am a STEAM...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
Indiana State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
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