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Laura: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hello! I am a certified high school teacher with experience in CPS. I am very patient and creative. I love solving problems and helping students of all ages to learn effectively, understand deeply and master information - especially in the pursuit of learning new languages.... I strongly believe that everyone deserves to be taught in a way that respects where they are with the material and in a way that makes sense to them, and at...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Commercial French Studies (French & Business Administration)
DePaul University - Masters, Master of Education, French & Spanish K-12
Adrianne: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...and middle school-age students and helping them achieve their academic potential. My tutoring experience extends back more than a decade. Since early high school, I have tutored both peers and younger students. My students have included special education, gifted, English Language Learners, music/arts students and students with disabilities. I have tutored math up to Calculus AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for GRE, ACT, SAT...
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University of Michigan - Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
William: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...clarity and richness of expression in their writing. Essays are essentially portraits of your character and logical flow, which is often where students are lost, is crucial towards creating a compelling voice. Mathematics is similar; it requires a practiced hand and a clear mental map. I am happy to guide students at any level and tailor lessons to their needs. Although I enjoy writing and mathematics the most, I have a passion for physics, earth...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 730
Hayat: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...high school history. I am also bilingual in Arabic and can tutor in the subject for those interested. History has always been my favorite subject, for I'm treated to an engaging story in every class. I believe in a constructivist approach to learning, and will act as a guide for the student to learn, explore and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning, and will hinder their progress, so I make it a...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership
Casandra: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Exchange. With this program, I go to Chicago Public High Schools and teach a comprehensive health education curriculum to high school freshmen. I've taught over 55 workshops so far, to groups of 10-50 students. I honestly love teaching and it makes me so happy to see students engaged and learning! A well-rounded education is so important in fostering independent thinking. I also have experience tutoring and mentoring through programs within my university, specifically with the...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Nursing
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Darryl: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...medical student at University of Illinois at Chicago and I will be pursuing a career in Anesthesiology. In college I was a chemistry and biology major and had the opportunity to tutor chemistry. What I enjoy most about tutoring is helping students realize their potential. Each student's learning style is unique and I am excited to help facilitate you with the tutoring process. Whether it be preparing for an upcoming exam or learning a new...
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Saint Xavier University - Bachelors, Biology/Chemistry
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Grad Student, Medicine
Amy: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am currently a school teacher. I teach both special education and general education elementary and middle school students. I am able to break down skills in a way that children can understand. I love it when everything clicks for the student. ... My teaching philosophy is that every person can learn; it is just a matter of finding out how they learn.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Theatre
National Louis University - Masters, Teaching
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Angela: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in math and an Illinois teaching certificate, I taught high school math for 5 years and tutored all sections of the ACT for a national standardized test preparation company. Now I'm a stay-at-home mom looking to tutor during the evenings and weekends. I have experience and enjoy working with all types of students, including students working on remedial and advanced material and students with learning difficulties. My thorough explanations...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Wayne: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I enjoy the process of showing a student how a very few math rules has so much power the enables them to solve so many different types of problems.... Helping a student demystify math by getting them to see how using logic, overcoming their fear, and relying on even a small arsenal of math laws enables them to solve many more problems than they would expect.... Getting to know the student personally. Ask the student what...
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Miami University-Oxford - Bachelors, Accounting
De Paul University - Masters, Math Education
Darya: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...on another person, whether it be in a medical or educational setting. My favorite part about being a tutor is helping students gain confidence and become excited about subjects they have struggled with in the past. I enjoy tutoring Mathematics and Science because there is typically more than one approach to understanding concepts. In Mathematics, there are multiple methods to solving problems and relating their applications to the real world. With Science, there are many...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Reading: 31
Sergey: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...lives. I always attempt to explain difficult concepts in simple language, with real-world examples that my students can relate to. My tutoring sessions start with a discussion of the important terms and concepts, in which the student takes an active part. Subsequently, we will be working through some problems together, as I believe that problem-solving is the best way to learn new material. So be prepared for my hands-on approach! By the way, from my...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Dimple: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...grade math and science teacher during the school year. I have been tutoring for over 7 years now. I like to build a personal relationship with each of my clients in order to ensure a fun and effective experience. It is important to me for all of my students to grasp the concept they are struggling with, to the fullest extent. This can be accomplished by implementing a variety of strategies and methods. I look...
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DePaul University - Bachelors, Finance
DePaul University - Masters, Education
Vesela: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...also received a top tutor award based on student ratings and working habits. Outside of that I have helped students in Genetics, General Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics and a list of other classes. I like to engage students in the learning process and give them multiple perspectives on a given topic. I often ask tricky questions to test what confuses the student or what details they tend to overlook. I also like to use colorful pens,...
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Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biochemistry and Biophysics
Brian: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...I studied Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering with a focus in Thermal Science and Fluid Mechanics. I have a strong passion for the academic realm and believe only through a strong background in theory can you develop an excellent practical engineering ability. In my spare time I enjoy camping, hiking, and swimming. I also help out at my local Boy Scout troop. I am a bit of a nerd and play many table top board games.
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Marquette University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 35
Tim: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...simpler questions to make you solve the problem on your own. I pay close attention to your learning characteristics: -Do you like to follow a set of direct instructions to get the result? Or -You like to find a quickest way to solve the problem on your own, or -You like to understand the material on a deeper level to feel more confident? -Do you feel comfortable handling math formulas and equations? If you can...
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Moscow PhysTech - Bachelor of Science, Math and Physics
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Physics
Gabriel: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...University of Chicago studying Computational Neurosciences and Fundamentals: Literature & Philosophy. I've tutored 7th and 8th graders in Basic Algebra and essay construction and taught undergraduates Biostatistics and the literature of Valdimir Nabokov, so I'm prepared to work with any age or skill level. When I'm not tutoring this summer, I'll be doing electrophysiological research at NYU's Center for Neural Science and preparing to write my BA on James Joyce's Ulysses. I'm extremely versatile with...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Moe: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...years, not counting the years I worked as a tutor after graduation, I consider myself successful in teaching math courses and Accounting. I believe that every student should ask "why" a lot, as this is my teaching philosophy. I believe that if we knew why are we going in certain steps, or following a certain rule, that will make us absorp and understand in a better manner. Outside of teaching, I am a huge soccer...
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Kuwait University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Kuwait University - Masters, Business Administration and Management
Hannah: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...St. Louis, I completed the pre-medical requirements along with a major in Psychology and a minor in Women and Gender 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
Steve: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Prep (SAT, ACT, and GRE). Performing well on these tests can truly bolster a student???s application for undergraduate or graduate education, and I truly enjoy helping him or her achieve their best. I am also passionate about tutoring Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Calculus. My teaching style is not set in stone; I understand that everyone learns differently and will try to find a learning method that will suit the student. Next year, I will begin...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular
Haile: Oak Lawn Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...studying mental health counseling at Adler University. As you can see from my enclosed resume, I have worked as an Elementary School Teacher’s Assistant working with children from pre-school age through fifth grade. As a teacher's assistant, I gained valuable experience planning and organizing classroom activities as well as ensuring that older students received adequate tutoring and homework help. This position equipped me with the skills to think quickly on my feet and organize a...
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DePaul University - Bachelors, Health Science
Adler School of Professional Psychology - Masters, Clinical Mental Health
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Math is a basic subject your child is going to have to understand. The abstractions give many some of the hardest academic challenges, but whether it's to move on to the next grade, or to pass an Illinois Mathematics Assessment Framework exam, your student is required to have basic mathematical skills. A cumulative subject, math requires that your student understand these foundational topics, which will be included in and added on to more advanced concepts they'll learn in the future. Extra help such as tutoring is fairly commonplace. A professional math tutor in Oak Lawn, IL, can create a study plan specifically designed for your child. Many don't learn math through a "one-size fits all" approach. In fact, your student may not understand how math relates to their world, but a tutor will put everything into perspective.
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The tutor can also work with your child's hectic schedule. As expert teachers and mathematicians, they understand the challenges. Tutoring can take place during the school day, but this is often difficult, so the instructor can meet after classes or on the weekend. Personalized lessons can be held at home, or a library, and even on the Internet, which allows your child and their tutor to work face-to-face via a live learning platform.
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