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Mark: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...that much easier. Mostly I am interested in tutoring math and math-related subjects including economics. Throughout sessions I will always try to convey exactly how important it is to learn the information, because like it or not, even if the student is not interested in learning, I want to convey that in life we often are forced into tasks that are not always enjoyable. Whats important is to persevere and understand that there is no...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Bioengineering
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Grad Student, Bioengineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Mackenzie: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a concentration in health and human disease, global health, and a minor in French. I love reading, traveling, learning and helping others learn! I have experience tutoring high school and elementary school students in math, science, and English and I love tutoring in each subject equally. Eventually, I see myself going to medical school and researching topics related to viral diseases which I've been interested in since a very young age. I'm very passionate about...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Brandon: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...corners: as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Zac: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...teach. My teaching style is highly flexible, depending on whichever way students tend to learn best! I just went through the whole process a few years ago so I understand the difficulties and the overwhelming nature of these standardized tests. I am positive that all students have the potential to rock these subjects and I'm looking forward to helping you through the learning process! On a more personal level, I really enjoy reading, running, guitar,...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, Human and Organizational Development
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Stephen: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...their scores as they increase towards their goal. When I tutor, I aim to lead students to an answer by example so that they can see the reasoning involved themselves, rather than me just telling them the answer. The more the students can come to their own solutions, the more memorable the lessons will be. In my spare time I enjoy reading, playing skill games like scrabble, bridge, and poker, and outdoor activities like biking,...
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Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Siva: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...science. After a summer of relaxing, I am planning on entering medical school at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the fall. Throughout high school and college, I have fallen in love with tutoring and seeing so many new faces in the process. I especially love to tutor in math, chemistry, MCAT, and chemical engineering topics, and have experience tutoring students of all ages - from elementary school to fellow college students. When...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Northwestern University - Doctor of Medicine, Health Sciences, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Todd: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...education, and at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in my undergraduate education. I try to relate whatever subject I am tutoring to the real world. Learning is a lot easier and fun if students see the relevance to their lives. I am a very patient person, and I believe that making mistakes is often when the most learning occurs. Specific to ACT tutoring, I use a variety of books, including The Complete Guide to ACT...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33
Ruthie: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Biology exam. It is important to me that my students are engaged because from that engagement, we can build investment in the material and skills they need to learn. I like to incorporate labs, hands-on experience, competitions, games, videos, and compelling activities (for example, writing letters to the government about harmful algal blooms to a graphing project on the abundance of the invasive species, "rock snot") into skill building and practice. I care deeply about...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Biological Basis of Behavior
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Brian: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...and heat transfer. While at Marquette I did research on thermal transfer in turbulent flow. While at Marquette, I spent a summer at Northwestern University doing research in bandgap theory and kinetic energy harvesters. I moved back to my hometown of Chicago to get my Masters at Illinois Institute of Technology. I studied Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering with a focus in Thermal Science and Fluid Mechanics. I have a strong passion for the academic realm...
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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
Ran: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...and science oriented subjects. I had an extensive amount of test prep experience as well - I studied the SAT prior to my college years, as my boarding high school, IMSA, required applicants to take the SAT to be admitted. In my experience tutoring, I have worked at a temporary ACT tutoring program over the summer of 2015. My tasks involved those of a teaching assistant: proctoring practice exams, answering individual's questions on problems they...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 780
Luke: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...engagement, inquiry, modelling, scaffolding, reciprocal teaching, games, mnemonics, videos, images, and a variety of other methods, I will do everything I can to help my students achieve any goal. As an educator, my own goal is to figure out the best approach for each student to learn for their own particular style, transcend the content we are approaching, and observe the world through the logical lens of science. My hobbies include sports of all sorts,...
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University of Scranton - Bachelors, Biology, General
SUNY at Binghamton - Masters, Biology Adolescent Education
Benjamin: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...all kinds of things and call it, "A Little Bit of Everything." I haven't done that yet, but maybe you could be my first guest! I value teaching because it helps me continue to learn and sharpen my mind. I also enjoy being able to pass on the knowledge I have been given. If I work with you, you can expect my full attention, a great attitude, and a good balance between teaching, listening, and...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre with a minor in Business Institutions
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Benjamin: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I have often found that my past students have gotten tangled in the problems that have been set out for them, and I have always found success in teaching the conceptual framework behind these problems, so that they learn to find solutions by whatever means they prefer. As indicated by my degrees at the beginning, I am incredibly passionate about film and film studies I am a huge movie buff. But perhaps the most important...
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University of Louisville - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Humanities
GRE: 335
Anastasia: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a therapeutic school and pediatric therapy clinic in Chicago, but I have been tutoring since I was in middle school! Ive always loved teaching and have plenty of experience as a tutor, substitute teacher, teaching assistant, Big Sister Mentor, and Peer Coach. By working with so many different individuals, Ive learned to personalize my tutoring methods to best match each of my students learning styles and needs. It is important to me to get to...
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Northeastern University - Bachelors, Behavioral Neuroscience
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 31
Amir: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...working in the pharmaceutical industry. I have taught business classes at the post secondary level in the UK, and have also tutored a wide variety of subjects to students at various skill levels back here in Chicago. I truly enjoy helping students reach their goals and maintain their motivation toward success, and I believe that the best tutoring experience begins with the tutor properly determining the needs and goals of the student. I look forward...
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Southern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Hult International Business School - Masters in Business Administration, International Business
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 31
Michelle: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I have taught English at both high school and college levels. I have taught reading to children ranging between kindergarten and adulthood.
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, English Lit and American Studies
Auburn University - Master of Arts, English
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Secondary Education
National-Louis University - Masters, Reading Specialist, Educational Leadership
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Alex: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Engineering at the University of Maryland as a mechanical engineer. I also participated in a scholars program called Business, Society, and the Economy (which ended after my sophomore year) and currently participate in the QUEST (Quality Enhancement Systems and Teams) Honors program. Before college I attended Hinsdale Central High School and was involved in numerous clubs such as Model UN, ACE, NHS (Vice President), Happy Club, and played on the soccer team (varsity junior and...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Kristen: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I'm studying Psychology on the Pre-Med track at the University of Illinois at Chicago. In high school, I was a big nerd and competed on Math Team and Scholastic Bowl, and graduated on the Honor Roll. I was also was super involved in my school's Speech and Acting Team, particularly in Prose Reading, Dramatic Duet Acting, and Oratorical Declamation (for those of you familiar with those events)! I'm not a total athlete but I love...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Sarah: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a student at the University of Chicago, majoring in marketing and minoring in Business Analytics. I love tutoring and helping others. My specialties are in Business, Economics and test prep. I look forward to helping you reach your goals.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Marketing
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 34
Darya: Des Plaines ACT Science tutor
Certified ACT Science Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...explain processes, including through the use of analogies and metaphors. However, standardized exam preparation is my favorite subject to tutor because it requires the development of strategies as well as knowledge. It allows students to improve critical thinking skills that will not only be useful for exams, but in their future academic, professional, and personal ventures. As a tutor, my aim is to provide students with the assistance they need in the present and the...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Reading: 31
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