Top Phonics Tutors serving South Elgin
Debbie: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...ages from all around the world. I believe that every student is able to learn. Do not let anything hold you back. Whether you are just learning beginner English, or writing a college essay, or anything in between, I will give you my full attention. I will help you set goals and reach them. Together...
Education & Certification
The Kings College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Mary : South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...Music from Northern Illinois University. I received my Masters of Music Education from VanderCook School of Music in Chicago. While I have spent most of my career teaching Music, I am passionate about Reading, English, Literature, and History as well. I am a lifelong learner and hope to impart my love of learning on all...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
VanderCook College of Music - Master of Arts, Music Teacher Education
Justina: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...culture and working with international students. I am an experienced teacher with four years of nonprofit/legal experience, three years of marketing communications experience in the corporate world, and a Bachelor's of English from Northwestern University. I have five years of experience doing group instruction for English tutoring, and two years of private tutoring. I tutor...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Hope: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...students 6th grade through 12th grade, but the majority of my classroom teaching time occurred at a local, public high school. I have two undergraduate degrees. One is in English and one is in Journalism. I also have a master's degree in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction. In addition, I have been tutoring for over 20...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, English
Indiana University-Bloomington - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
Sharima: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
Hello! My name is Sharima Jackson. I am from Waukegan, Illinois. I am currently a 1st grade teacher and I love my job! I believe that all kids can learn and that there is a way to reach everyone. I am very dedicated in my works to make my students become successful.
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Rockford College - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Steve: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...studying guitar at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicagos Lincoln Square neighborhood. I particularly like Jazz and Latin styles of playing like Flamenco, Bossa Nova, and Bolero. Whenever I can get away, I love to travel, particularly to Spanish speaking countries to learn more about different Spanish dialects and cultures. So far...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Foreign Language (Spanish)
Tarrajna: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...to China next fall, where I recently spent a semester abroad studying Mandarin intensively. I have a passion for learning languages, and have also studied Spanish and German for several years. In the past I have tutored Chinese students looking to improve their conversational English skills as well as American elementary school students in basic...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Jessica: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...working with students in an alternative learning program. I work with students at risk of academic failure one-on-one and in small groups to maximize growth in ALL required courses they need to obtain their high school diploma. Prior to working in this position, I have worked with students in elementary schools in a variety of...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
Marshall: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...I'd be happy to help you out with essays or any other English-related assignments! I bring a fun, laid-back style to tutoring. I've worked multiple summers as a camp counselor, and I strive to bring the excitement of camp to each session. I also enjoy creative writing, and I tap into this passion when working...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Patricia: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
I love to share my knowledge of the political process and my love for history and philosophy with others. Language is very important to me and I hate it when words are mispronounced and misspelled. My interests are singing, movies, history and television, as well as politics and current events.... Always make the lesson light, and inject humor when possible.
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Western International University - Masters, Innovative Leadership
Sarah: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...Bachelor's of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in 2012 and my Master's of Science in Speech Language Pathology at Saint Xavier University in 2014. Upon graduation I began work as a school based therapist, first for a special education cooperative and most recently with the Chicago charter school...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Saint Xavier University - Masters, Speech Language Pathology
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 36
Megan: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...second year teaching in Chicago Public Schools and one of my favorite parts about teaching is getting to know my students and their interests inside and outside of school. When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy volunteering through Habitat for Humanity, traveling around the world, and enjoying the Chicago life. I look forward...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Annette: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...satisfaction in supporting my students as writers, thinkers, and communicators. Though I enjoy working with students in all subjects, I love teaching all forms of writing, literature, history, English, and art. I have found that these passions smoothly translate to their corresponding sections on standardized tests (specifically the ACT and GRE). Growing up with parents...
Education & Certification
William Jewell College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Humanities
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Sonjanita: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...and academic research through the use of primary texts and travel explorations has heightened my interest in these subjects. While I emphasize student-centered instruction (with ample opportunities for differentiation, modeling and scaffolding), I am also a firm believer in the inter-generational transmission of knowledge. Teachers/tutors/learning facilitators have just as much to learn from their students...
Education & Certification
University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
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Gabriel: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...when they are interested in the material, and that children can sense authenticity and cultural relevance. Through a friendly yet firm teaching style, students will not be expected to complete busy work or packets, but will be engaging in higher level questioning and conversation about texts based in real world topics. Gabriel also excels as...
Education & Certification
Florida State University - Bachelors, Creative Writing & Political Science
Dominican University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education
Christina: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...and succeed, regardless of their challenges. My goal as a teacher is to unlock that potential and help my students become confident and independent readers and writers. My approach is grounded in the Orton Gillingham method, which is a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Northern Illinois University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education
Elizabeth: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...education, a master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and recently earned my ESL endorsement. I enjoy tutoring students at the elementary level and strive to make each child feel confident as they learn. I have been tutoring for the last three years and recently started tutoring online. Since I spent over a year teaching first grade...
Education & Certification
National Louis University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
National Louis University - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Sarah: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...in the classroom through being a student intern for a sophomore honors English class. I love working with students who are preparing for tests or college admissions because it gives me an opportunity to impart my knowledge of the college application process to others and empathize with them on all their concerns. I believe that...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Andrew: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...I also believe very strongly in the value of education--I am very fortunate to have studied at excellent schools, and I try to encourage all of my students to make the most out of every educational opportunity. When I'm not tutoring, I can usually be found at the theater, either as an audience member or...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Theater and Performance Studies / English Language and Literature (double major)
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 33
Nicholas: South Elgin Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...societal improvement and sustainability. Education, from science to math, english to history, allows us to have new lenses through which to see our world. Mastering content gives us a cognitive framework through which we can process and understand new information from the world around us. Knowledge is critical for one's own success in the world...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelors, English / Biology
National-Louis Univeristy - Masters, Masters of Arts in Teaching
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