Carefully selected, highly-credentialed Phonics tutors in Gleview, IL
" Both of my parents taught high school social studies, so you might say teaching runs in the family! I believe that every student has the capability to achieve academically, but that, sometimes, traditional classroom instruction isn't quite enough to lead each student to his or her potential. Working one-on-one with a student allows me to target areas of weakness, while increasing his confidence in his ability to achieve. Standardized testing isn't particularly fun, but getting into the college of your dreams is, and conquering the SAT and/or the ACT is an important step in the process. Tutoring sessions don't have to be unpleasant or ...
My Education
- Northwestern University - BS, European History and Theatre
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, Reading, ACT Reading, Writing, Grammar and Mechanics, ACT English
"As I pursue my MS in journalism from Northwestern University, my editing and critical reading experience makes me an effective, positive and professional tutor. In addition, my English and secondary education minors give me a strong background in nearly every research topic and discipline. No topic, assignment or preparation is ever out of reach for my students, and it is my personal mission to prove that to them.."
My Education
- University of North Florida - BS, Communications, Education and English
- Northwestern University - MS, Journalism
Tutoring Subjects:
French, Grammar and Mechanics, German, Essay Editing, College Essays, Writing, Phonics, Reading
" Rather than just telling them the answers, I prefer to guide the student to come up with the best changes to improve their writing. No one can learn how to write when someone just tells you what to say. But I like to help students learn how to best express themselves, so they can continue to write well, long after the tutor leaves.
My tutoring strengths are primarily in Writing and English, but I also have a lot of experience with Literature, Psychology, and Test Prep."
My Education
- Wheaton College - BA, English Writing, Psychology
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, Phonics, Essay Editing, College Essays, Reading, Grammar and Mechanics
" I also have many years of experience running an after-school program, which included tutoring and homework help for children aged five to fourteen.
My interests and hobbies include cooking, walking, exploring Chicago, riding my bike, and both listening to and playing music. I try to use my skills and positivity to encourage children to take an interest in what they are learning. By teaching not only specifics, but instead concepts, I believe that students take a more active role in their learning."
My Education
- Roosevelt University - BA, Elementary Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, Middle School Math, Elementary Math, Grammar and Mechanics, Phonics, Reading
" I have devoted my life to being an effective teacher so that I can help create lifelong learners as well as readers. It has always been important to me to make a difference in a child's life when it comes to educating them. If I've reached one child and made a difference, than becoming a teacher was worth it.."
My Education
- Concordia University Chicago - Masters, Reading Education
- Concordia University Chicago - Masters, Technology Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, Phonics, Grammar and Mechanics, Essay Editing, History, Reading
" In 2010, I also worked as an instructional aide for grades K-3. I provided students with extra reading time daily, giving them different reading strategies and increasing their reading level. In 2011 until now, I am a 1st and 2nd grade general education teacher for a class of 24.."
My Education
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - BS, Elementary Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, Grammar and Mechanics, Elementary Math, Reading, Writing
"There I develop curriculum and provide professional development to educators. I very much enjoy my tutoring positions and have found them to be rewarding, both for me and for my students. The majority of my clients come to me for ACT test prep, but I have tutored many other subjects, ranging from elementary language arts and SSAT/ISEE prep to Algebra II/Trigonometry and college writing. My goal is to teach my students the strategies, skills, and information necessary to succeed in their classes or on standardized tests. In addition, I strive to foster their independence and increase their self-confidence. I have a love of learning, and ...
My Education
- Illinois State University - B.S. Ed, Special Education
- Northern Illinois University - M.S.Ed, Curriculum & Instruction
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, ACT Science, ACT English, Biology, Reading, Pre-Calculus, Writing, Algebra, SAT, ACT Math, Essay Editing, ACT Writing, SAT Math, Grammar and Mechanics, HSPT Prep, ACT Reading, Spanish, College Essays, SSAT, SAT Verbal, ACT, PSAT, SAT Writing, ISEE, History
" In addition to my certification and experiences, I have earned a BA in Psychology, an M.Ed. in Special Education, a MA in School Administration, and I am currently a Doctoral Candidate in Education. My education and tenure as a teacher have allowed me to continuously learn, and I posses knowledge and skills to teach many subject matters, work with diverse cultures and student characteristics. I possess knowledge in many areas of education."
My Education
- UIC - BA, Applied Psychology
- UIC - M.Ed., Special Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
College Essays, Grammar and Mechanics, Elementary Math, Reading, Writing, Phonics, Essay Editing, Middle School Math
"I have also recently completed a teacher certification program at Judson University. I have several years of experience working with students from pre-K to high school in the areas of reading, writing, and language arts, as well as math and ACT/SAT preparation. I have worked with students of varying abilities, including those with learning difficulties and gifted students. I grew up in the Chicago area, but I was born in Ukraine, so I speak Russian fluenty. I also speak Spanish--I learned it in school and still use it to this day with my husband's family." ...
My Education
- Lake Forest College - B.A., Psychology, Music
- Concordia University - M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction: Reading
- Judson University - Certificate, Teacher Certification
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, ISEE, Grammar and Mechanics, Phonics, SSAT, Essay Editing, Reading, Algebra, Middle School Math, History, ACT Reading, ACT Writing, ACT Math, ACT, ACT Science, SAT Math, SAT Verbal, College Essays, SAT Writing, SAT, Geometry, ACT English, Spanish
"I love tutoring because it allows me to spend one on one time with students. This is when I believe true learning occurs. Outside of tutoring and teaching, I enjoy running marathons, swimming, reading, and traveling with people I love!."
My Education
- Pacific Lutheran University - BA, Social Work/Spanish
- National Louis University - MAT, Special Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Elementary Math, Grammar and Mechanics, Reading, Spanish, Middle School Math, Phonics
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