Carefully selected, highly-credentialed Phonics tutors in Lombard, IL
"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:
Algebra, Middle School Math, Latin, Phonics, French, Elementary Math, Reading, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, College Essays, Writing
" For the past 3 years, I've worked in the educational publishing industry -- in other words, I write text books. This has given me great experience seeing what goes into testing students; I know what they should know at various grade levels, I'm familiar with LOTS of pedagogical techniques (and have seen what works and what doesn't), and I've had a lot of experience "leveling" text and lessongs. That means that I know how to adapt a student's in-school curriculum to match their particular ability level and learning styles. I truly believe that the best way to help students learn is to do what works best for them -- if a student is struggling with ...
My Education
- Illinois Wesleyan University - BA, English
Tutoring Subjects:
Elementary Math, Reading, PSAT, ACT Math, Phonics, College Essays, SAT Writing, SAT, ACT Science, ACT Reading, SAT Math, Spanish, Essay Editing, ACT English, Grammar and Mechanics, SAT Verbal, ACT Writing, ACT, Writing
"If one way of explaining something doesn't work, I'll try a second. And a third, and a fourth, and a fifth. I will try as many different methods as it takes for something to "click".
Third, I won't talk over your head."
My Education
- University of Chicago - BA, Philosophy
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, Phonics, Reading, GRE, Elementary Math
"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:
Grammar and Mechanics, Reading, Spanish, Phonics, Middle School Math, Elementary Math
" I am a firm believer in problem-based learning, and encourage students to ask questions and think for themselves. 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 ...
My Education
- Amherst College - BA, French
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT English, College Essays, ACT Writing, ACT, SAT Math, Elementary Math, Middle School Math, ACT Reading, French, ACT Math, Writing, Grammar and Mechanics, SAT Verbal, Essay Editing, Reading, Phonics, SAT Writing, SAT, ACT Science
" Whatever is needed, be it micro (grammar or mechanics), macro (essay editing and creative writing), or test prep, I can help students of any age become better readers, writers, and test-takers. This leads to not only short-term perks like better grades and increased test comprehension, but long-term perks such as complete confidence in an increasingly digital world. I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with an English degree in 2008. When I'm not a teacher, I'm a copywriter, reader, sports watcher, and dog walker.." ...
My Education
- U of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign - BA, English
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT Math, Phonics, Writing, ACT, ACT Writing, ACT Science, History, Reading, Essay Editing, ACT Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, ACT English
" I continued at college by volunteering during homework time at a local homeless shelter and working at the college writing center. After graduation, as jobs and family commitments allowed, I continued to volunteer, again at a homeless shelter through a Chicago Public School program. Currently, I work with the wonderful children Varsity finds for me, devoting my energy and imagination to making their learning as productive as possible.."
My Education
- University of Illinois - Chicago - BA, History
- DePaul University - MA, Media and Cinema Studies
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT Reading, Writing, ACT English, ISEE, College Essays, Essay Editing, SAT Writing, Phonics, Reading, ACT Writing, Grammar and Mechanics, HSPT Prep, SAT Verbal, Elementary Math
" 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, Reading, Elementary Math, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Writing, Middle School Math, Phonics
"With 4 years of tutoring experience with kids ranging from 8 to 18, I developed a range of skills for helping kids to make the connection at different stages in their school careers. In addition, as a gifted individual, I have the perspective to help gifted students who need and crave extra challenges and exposure above and beyond the standard curriculum. My goals in tutoring students is to help them find their self-confidence in their studies, make learning fun and exciting, and show students the joy of continuous learning that I hope will carry over into adulthood.." ...
My Education
- Western Governors University - BS, Business Management
Tutoring Subjects:
Essay Editing, Latin, Elementary Math, Reading, Phonics, Writing, Grammar and Mechanics
" I also have a masters degree in gifted education, which taught me to strengthen higher levels of thinking and learning with students. I incorporate inferential thinking and logic into all of my tutoring sessions in order to give my students practice with skills that they will need throughout their lives. I also have an arsenal of test-taking tips and tricks that students can use to excel on standardized tests. Test-taking is generally not an inborn talent; it is a skill that must be learned. Working with a tutor is a great way to learn how!." ...
My Education
- University of New Orleans - BA, Elementary Education
- Northeastern Illinois University - MA, Gifted Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
HSPT Prep, Writing, Geometry, Algebra, Elementary Math, Algebra, Phonics, Reading, Middle School Math
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