
Molly: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...to: 1. Review and reteach material from her school that has proven difficult. 2. Diagnostically assess for instructional gaps and then fill in gaps to bolster a strong subject area foundation. 3. Impart test-taking skills and strategies necessary for school success. I teach with the tenets of the Common Core State Standards in mind. As...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education

Katie: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...Japan for two years, coordinating a mentor program for first year college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education;...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris

David: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away...
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Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher

Luke: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...those roles, I was especially proud of the improvements my students made towards clear self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion...
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Ben: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...assistant and grader for many economics classes where I tutored students in groups and one on one in both mathematic and theoretical concepts. I also have experience teaching musical lessons such as jazz bass, piano, and music theory to younger students. Experience in these different teaching environments has helped me cultivate a teaching style that...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Karishma: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology

Christopher: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...1-on-1 and small group settings. I am currently working toward a TEFL certification that would allow me to teach English as a foreign language abroad. With Varsity Tutors, I tutor a wide range of subjects including biology, algebra, and English, as well as ACT and GRE prep. I employ a student-centered teaching style, encouraging students...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology

Brandon: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
I'm a 4th year at the University of Chicago, and I love teaching. I'm elated to help others learn and gain confidence in subjects that may not be their strong suit today. Also, I want to give students the tools to succeed in subjects outside of what we directly cover. ... When I teach someone something, I want them to know the material well enough that they feel comfortable teaching it to someone else.
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology

Smith: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...think. My sessions are characterized by frequent questions and discussion of basic concepts, making sure that each student understands not just the "what" but the "why" of each topic so that each new concept builds on the last. I strives to foster independence and a love of learning in all of my students, beginning with...
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Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Theatre Arts

Ayman: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...push in the right direction or extra help. My tutoring strategy typically stems from the idea that practice makes perfect. I use practice problems and exams to create lessons based on concepts that students are having trouble with. Once a concept is mastered, we can move on to a new concept. A little bit more...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

Jaya: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...homework and reading there, as well. I am passionate about the life sciences and the French language, and I love helping others foster a deeper understanding in these two particular subjects! I also genuinely enjoy algebra and statistics and am quite the grammarian. From preschool to college, I actually loved going to school every day...
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University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French

Jamila: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I firmly believe that is untrue, and that everyone has their own unique style and skillset to bring to the table. My goal is to discover that style,...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Theater Studies

Brad: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...in Computer Science from MIT, and am passionate about helping others! Learning has always come easy to me, and it's something I want to pass on to those around me. I was also the Valedictorian of my high school in colorado and was a top10 all-purpose football player at MIT. Everybody learns differently, and I...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Computer Science and Engineering

Dani: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
Here are a few facts about me: * Education is my number one priority * I love to learn and to teach * I am very approachable * I am devoted to helping others *I will go above and beyond to ensure that students fully grasp the material *I will make lessons fun and engaging
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College of Lake County - Current Undergrad, N/A

Todd: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...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...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work

Ebin: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
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...my understanding of the topic and my method of communicating it. I worked closely with both the parent and the child to address their concerns to meet, and often, exceed their expectations. However, I had to take a hiatus from tutoring to focus on school. During the previous semester, my roommate had introduced me to...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering

Debra: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
My name is Debra and I have an MA in Anthropology from the University of Chicago. I really like engaging with the humanities and hope to help students improve their understanding of history, the social science, writing, and grammar. ... I like to be as conversational as possible, because I think that's the best way to communicate ideas. I try to be pretty informal, because I find that formality can turn students. Overcomplicating the subject matter...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Anthropology

Janet: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...20 years in both the US and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them...
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Moody Bible Institue - Bachelors, International Mnistries
Lamar University - Masters, School Counseling

Daria: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them find their unique style....
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature

Andrew: La Grange Park ACT Writing tutor
Certified ACT Writing Tutor in La Grange Park, IL
...believe that, in my German tutoring especially, I'm very systematic, so that my students have a strong grammar foundation on which to build further skills and concepts. I have also lived in Germany for a year, and am able to bring world-life experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in my students a...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
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