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" That's right. I'm a substitute teacher so that I can tutor in the evenings instead of lesson planning and grading.
For two and one-half years, I taught high school government, law, economics, U.S. History, philosophy, and ACT reading."
My Education
- University of Wisconsin - BA, Political Science
- University of Wisconsin - JD, Law
- University of Illinois - Chicago - MEd, Instructional Leadership
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Economics, Reading, Essay Editing, Writing, SSAT, ISEE, History, Grammar and Mechanics, College Essays, Phonics
"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 I hope to instill that in my students. In my free time, I enjoy going to live ...
My Education
- Illinois State University - B.S. Ed, Special Education
- Northern Illinois University - M.S.Ed, Curriculum & Instruction
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
SAT, ACT Reading, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, PSAT, Algebra, HSPT Prep, SAT Math, Pre-Calculus, ACT English, ACT Science, Biology, Reading, ACT Writing, Spanish, SAT Writing, History, SSAT, SAT Verbal, College Essays, ISEE, ACT Math, ACT, Phonics, Writing
"I recently traveled to China for a college course studying sustainable water management strategies. I love to travel!
I also love to write and tend to excel with pen and paper, or--more realistically--with a laptop and Microsoft Word. I rely on the notion that the best pieces of writing are crisp, clear, and a pleasure for the reader, no matter what the topic may be.."
My Education
- Lawrence University - BA, Economics
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT, Essay Editing, ACT Math, ACT Science, Economics, SSAT, Writing, ISEE, ACT Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, HSPT Prep, Spanish, College Essays, ACT English, ACT Writing
"I LOVE seeing people grow and succeed!
In my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer or running (weather permitting). I can be found relaxing at the piano or with my flute, and look forward to learning even more musical instruments. Some day, I hope to travel around the world and experience as many different cultures as I can!."
My Education
- Northwestern University - BA, Biological Sciences
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT, SAT Verbal, Physics, Essay Editing, ACT Science, Algebra, SSAT, ACT Writing, College Essays, SAT, SAT Math, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT English, SAT Writing, Writing, Biology
"I have tutored for many years and I have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel at math. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success.
One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique for explaining and modeling math and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work.
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My Education
- Drake University - B.S., Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT Math, Algebra, ACT Science, ACT, Writing, SSAT, ACT Reading, ACT Writing, ACT English, HSPT Prep, Geometry
" It is important to learn and know the basics because they provide the foundation for further learning. I am an avid reader and I believe that the more an individual reads, the better they will become at reading, writing and comprehending, not to mention building a better vocabulary and understanding of English and Language Arts. Everyone learns at their own pace and I believe that by providing a calm and patient approach with my students, I am offering them the environment where they will learn and achieve the most. I am a native of the Chicago-land area. I grew up in Oak Park and spent the majority of my adult life in the city of Chicago." ...
My Education
- Harrington College of Design - BA, Interior Design
- Indiana University Northwest - MA, Secondary English Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, HSPT Prep, College Essays, SSAT, Grammar and Mechanics, Reading, ISEE, Writing, Essay Editing
"Currently I'm a novelist, the head writer for an independent gaming studio, and a freelance carpenter. I've played jazz saxophone for fourteen years and garage punk bass for three. My skills would best be utilized by either a young child who needs general homework help or a high school student looking for extra support, with an added focus on assistance in writing college essays."
My Education
- Pomona College - BA, English
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, SSAT, SAT Writing, SAT Verbal, Elementary Math, Middle School Math, College Essays, SAT, SAT Math, Reading, Essay Editing, History, PSAT, Grammar and Mechanics
" Chicago was suddenly too big and crowded for our tastes, and we wanted to live in closer proximity to the great outdoors. Since moving, I have continued to pursue educational opportunities. My current projects involve designing and teaching public speaking courses for Wedgwood children, providing volunteer homework support for refugees at the Somali Community Service Coalition, and working with Varsity Tutors. In the future, I hope to obtain my master's and doctorate, work in public education or museum studies, and teach History at the college level, for it is my belief that understanding our actions in the past is essential to ...
My Education
- DePaul University - BA, History and African Studies
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, SSAT, Reading, College Essays, Spanish, Essay Editing, ISEE, History, Grammar and Mechanics, Phonics
"I'm also certified fluent in both French and Spanish and spent last semester in Paris, France. I'm a fun, engaging teacher with a dynamic personal energy, and one of my greatest strengths is generating enthusiasm in even the most reluctant students. I don't see why grammar lessons can't be games and punctuation worksheets can't make you laugh! I understand how discouraging it can be to struggle with reading or writing at any age, and my personal objective is to give students the tools they need to feel confident and proud of their work. In my spare time, I love reading, running, and spending time with my family.." ...
My Education
- Loyola University Chicago - Double BA, Journalism & English
Tutoring Subjects:
College Essays, Writing, Essay Editing, HSPT Prep, SSAT, French, Phonics, Reading, Grammar and Mechanics
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