Top Literature Tutors serving Glen Ellyn
Christopher: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...Community of Chicago in 1-on-1 and small group settings. I am currently working toward a TEFL certification that would allow me to teach English as a foreign language abroad. With Varsity Tutors, I tutor a wide range of subjects including biology, algebra, and English, as well as ACT and GRE prep. I employ a student-centered...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Daria: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...my contract finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Zhaleh: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I love to play music (piano, flute, guitar), take a walk through the forest preserve, draw, design/sew clothing, chat with friends, etc. I look forward to contributing to students' learning endeavors!
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Ellie: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...platform to change issues about which they are most passionate. This experience inspires my desire to educate young students; to provide them the tools to be leaders, whether that be in the classroom, on the playing field, or in their community. My time as a youth soccer coach and tutor of my little brother and...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700
Peter: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...find an approach that works for them. I have tutored in both the SAT and the GRE. In my free time I love to watch movies, follow and partake in sports, especially football, rugby, and running, and, when possible, to take the path less traveled, as long as there aren’t too many mosquitoes.... Focus on concepts and principles rather than particular solutions, and simply do your best! No more. No less.
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Carleton College - Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 700
Jacob: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...an extremely stressful event for students, especially first time test-takers, so I do my best to go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for the experience of taking the test itself, so that when the day comes, they are confident and prepared to tackle whatever challenges rise up before them. The...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, English Literature
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Alyssa: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...of subjects and age groups, and I have especially enjoyed working with students to develop their writing skills. I tutor ACT Test prep and English with a focus on critical reading and writing skills. I am passionate about learning and I try to impart a love of learning to my students. In my spare time...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
David: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly, and I think with a little coaching any student...
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Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700
Gabriel: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...Math because it was my favorite as a child and adolescent. I love interacting and getting to know those students with whom I work because I believe that having a good connection and feeling comfortable is a key first step in a successful tutoring relationship. I enjoy walking all over the city and reading (often...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, History and Literature
University of Chicago - PHD, Comparative Human Development
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 710
Zach: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...view, the essential skills towards navigating today's world. I also have extensive background in the higher levels of music theory, which I'm always happy to share. In tutoring, I am very insistent on simplifying and strategizing. There are only so many ways of approaching any given problem - together, we'll work to find the best...
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Northern Illinois University - Unknown, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Brandon: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
I'm a 4th year at the University of Chicago, and I love teaching. I'm elated to help others learn and gain confidence in subjects that may not be their strong suit today. Also, I want to give students the tools to succeed in subjects outside of what we directly cover. ... When I teach someone something, I want them to know the material well enough that they feel comfortable teaching it to someone else.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology
ACT English: 33
Pal: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...tutor all sections of the ACT, high school Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, English/Reading, Literature, essay/college application editing, and middle school/elementary school tutoring. I enjoy working with students of all ages ranging from early elementary school to seniors in high school. In my free time I enjoy reading, running, camping, and exploring the great city of...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Neuroscience (GPPA Medicine)
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Veronica: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...a middle school endorsement in Social Studies. I love teaching, learning, and helping students do a little bit of both. I am passionate about politics and education. I am a big sports fan. I intensely root for my teams and defend my beloved Bulls. In my spare time, I love to do yoga, read, try...
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The University of Chicago - Bachelors, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
Najla: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...own class of undergraduate and graduate students, while completing my Masters Degree there. Most recently, I worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University in the City of New York while working on my PhD. I have also completed a number of teaching workshops at the University...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Washington , Columbia University - PHD, History
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720
Emily: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...School of Law. I tutor Reading, Writing, History, Public Speaking, Standardized Test Prep, and am available to help with the college application process. Prior to law school, I assisted in the developing of curriculum for a homework help program at a community center in Chicago. I have always been passionate about how to best share...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago School of Law - Juris Doctor, Public Interest Law Certificate
Jamila: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...level and understand to tackle the most difficult of questions with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I firmly believe that is untrue, and that everyone has their own unique style and skillset to bring...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Theater Studies
Rosanna: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...campus. I also have four years of professional writing experience as a journalist. In April 2013 I won a Colorado Press Association Award for Best Health Feature. I have a B.S. degree from the Ithaca College Park School of Communications (3.8 cumulative g.p.a.). I am not fluent in Spanish, but I did study the language...
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Ithaca College Park School of Communications - Bachelors, Cinema Production
Pete: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...teachers and students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor
Ben: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...helping you achieve your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT and AP testing), academic and creative writing, and general...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Sonjanita: Glen Ellyn Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...and Literature, but I also have a love for World History, the humanities and global cultures; therefore, the Social Sciences are my second favorite content area. I love traveling, creative writing, and historical research. In particular, the study of ancient civilizations of the Americas and Africa. Being privileged to study these and other cultures through...
Education & Certification
University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
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