Carefully selected, highly-credentialed College Essays tutors in Lake Forest, IL
"My success has in every case been due to my patience, my ability to adapt to student needs, and my ability to break down complex ideas into simple, digestible components. I've found that I especially enjoy helping students prepare for the ACT, but I love teaching math, physics, and the humanities, as well.
Besides tutoring and studying, I enjoy backpacking and kayaking, playing guitar, exploring Chicago with friends, and watching the Bulls.."
My Education
- Wheaton College - BA, Philosophy
- University of Chicago - MA, Philosophy
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT, Geometry, Essay Editing, Physics, Reading, College Essays, Trigonometry, ISEE, Pre-Calculus, ACT Writing, ACT Reading, Chemistry, History, ACT Science, HSPT Prep, Algebra, Grammar and Mechanics, ACT English, Writing, ACT Math
"I certainly can put myself in the place of others, as I have in the past relied on tutors to get me through some tough topics.
As for other interests outside tutoring, I am very interested in languages and linguistics, as I currently teach graduate and undergraduate linguistics at Northeastern Illinois University. Outside my day job, I run and bike, and I'm interested in astronomy, nature, history and Shakespeare!."
My Education
- University of Oregon - BA, French
- Northwestern University - PhD, Linguistics
Tutoring Subjects:
Grammar and Mechanics, Algebra, Elementary Math, Reading, Writing, Phonics, College Essays, Middle School Math, French, Essay Editing, Latin
"As I currently work part-time performing research for environmental consultants, I use the rest of my time teaching in order to continue following my passion. My specialties are ACT, GRE, and physics. I also love travel, fitness, music shows and psychology!."
My Education
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- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - B.S., Civil Engineering
Tutoring Subjects:
Algebra, ACT Reading, Calculus, ACT English, ACT Science, Chemistry, Trigonometry, College Essays, ACT Math, Differential Equations, Physics, GRE, ACT, French, ACT Writing
"Although I will not provide answers or a quick and simple fix, I will provide students with guidance and encouragement as they work through problems and learn to apply familiar concepts to unfamiliar situations. I also believe strongly in teaching “to the student,” and therefore adapt my teaching to fit each individual’s needs and learning styles. By pinpointing and addressing students’ weaknesses and creating a comfortable, nurturing environment in which they can learn, I work to help students solidify their knowledge base and learn how to learn. In my free time, I enjoy running, playing piano, baking, and learning about ...
My Education
- Amherst College - BA, French
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
SAT Writing, ACT English, SAT Math, ACT Science, ACT Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, ACT Writing, Phonics, ACT Math, Essay Editing, SAT Verbal, SAT, ACT, College Essays, Writing, French, Reading, Middle School Math, Elementary Math
" It is important to learn and know the basics because they provide the foundation for further learning. I am an avid reader and I believe that the more an individual reads, the better they will become at reading, writing and comprehending, not to mention building a better vocabulary and understanding of English and Language Arts. Everyone learns at their own pace and I believe that by providing a calm and patient approach with my students, I am offering them the environment where they will learn and achieve the most. I am a native of the Chicago-land area. I grew up in Oak Park and spent the majority of my adult life in the city of Chicago." ...
My Education
- Harrington College of Design - BA, Interior Design
- Indiana University Northwest - MA, Secondary English Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, ISEE, College Essays, HSPT Prep, Grammar and Mechanics, Essay Editing, SSAT, Reading, Phonics
"I'm proficient in a number of other subjects, as well -- including most all of the social sciences and much of the natural sciences. On top of that I run a literary magazine (untowardmag.com) and have extensive experience as both a writer and editor. I look forward to working with you!."
My Education
- National Louis - MAT , Teaching
- DePaul University - BA, English
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Reading, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Writing, College Essays, ACT Reading, ACT English, History
"As a tutor, I prefer to address students for the unique people they are. This interpersonal approach allows me to assess and evaluate students’ academic strengths and weaknesses vis-à-vis their own personalities, interests, and most importantly, learning needs. I do not simply seek to impart or prepare, but rather to take advantage of the opportunity to form a substantive, intimate bond with individual students and help them to assimilate knowledge and concepts in meaningful ways that resonate with them personally.
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My Education
- University of Chicago - BA, History
Tutoring Subjects:
History, Grammar and Mechanics, College Essays, ACT English, ACT Writing, Reading, ACT Reading, Writing, Essay Editing
"Most recently, I tutored two brothers, in the 4th and 5th grade respectively, in math. I also volunteer weekly as a mentor to a 4th grade girl at the Evanston YMCA, and have extensive babysitting experience.
My experiences tutoring students of various ages, needs, and levels of ability have impressed upon me the importance of tailoring teaching methods to the particular student. I firmly believe in working with the student to figure out the best strategies for him or her."
My Education
- Northwestern University - BA, Theatre/Creative Writing/Psychology minor
Tutoring Subjects:
SAT Math, ACT Writing, SAT Verbal, SAT, Elementary Math, SAT Writing, Essay Editing, ACT English, Algebra, Reading, ACT, ACT Science, ACT Math, College Essays, Middle School Math, ACT Reading
"To me, writing is just like any other skill that can be learned with proper guidance.
I'm experienced with diverse student demographics and I am an active and internationally published English faculty member seeking people to teach.
I hope to see you soon!."
My Education
- Eastern Illinois University - BA, English
- University of Alaska Fairbanks - MFA, English: Creative Writing
Tutoring Subjects:
Essay Editing, College Essays, Grammar and Mechanics, Writing, Reading
"I have been trained in the IB Curriculum and Common Core Standards, as well as Differentiated Instruction and Concept-Based Instruction at the University of Virginia. I was recently named a finalist for the 2012 Teacher of the Year Award in the Hilton Central School District in Western New York.
It's important to find your own style and then use it to help you maximize your potential for learning. I promise to help find the best style for you and to work on the skills that are going to help you be successful."
My Education
- State University College at Geneseo - BA in English, Marc D'Amico
- State University College at Buffalo - Master of Arts in Education, Marc D'Amico
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, Reading, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, College Essays, Writing
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