
David: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can 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...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT English
- ACT Science
- ACT Reading
- +37 subjects

Lee: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...prep and love working with students who need help with standardized tests. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that every student is able to do well and I really enjoy helping them along their path to success. But being laid back, I am also good at relaxing...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
- Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Math
- ACT English
- +41 subjects

Katherine: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...to so many of our questions, both personal and communal. My goal is always to make lessons both challenging and fun. I believe instilling confidence in my students is just as important as teaching subject material. It is invaluable that students have the confidence, motivation, and know-how to tackle difficult material on their own, especially...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, English & French
- Arizona State University - Masters, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- ACT Reading
- +35 subjects

Andrew: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...from the University of Notre Dame with a math degree. I then earned my masters in Secondary Math Education at Northwestern University. I have taught all high school subjects (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics, and Finite Math) and prepared students for the ACT, SAT, SAT subject tests, AP exams,...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Math
- Northwestern University - Masters, Math Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- ASPIRE Math
- SAT Math
- +32 subjects

Remington: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...University of Maryland, College Park. My tutoring style is pretty relaxed. In my experience, if someone knows what question to ask then they are already pretty close to the answer; they just need a push in the right direction. I like to help people talk through the problems. My job is to steer you in...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
- University of Chicago - PHD, Physics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- ACT Science
- PSAT Mathematics
- +77 subjects

Sonjanita: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...instruction coursework for youth in private, public, and alternative educational settings; as well as, with non-profit organizations and three area museums. I also have over seventeen years of experience creating educational resources and curricula for private, public, alternative, and charter schools; as well as, non-profit organizations. My favorite subjects to tutor are English Language Arts,...
Education & Certification
- University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Writing
- 2nd Grade Reading
- Expository Writing
- +140 subjects

Kelly: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...to focus on meeting the individual needs of specific students. I am also beginning classes for my Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement. I am patient, prepared, and always working to find new, fun ways for students to understand challenging concepts. If you are looking to boost your child's academic achievement or enhance their learning, please contact...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- Reading
- Writing
- College English
- +10 subjects

Najla: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...my own class of undergraduate and graduate students, while completing my Masters Degree there. Most recently, I worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University in the City of New York while working on my PhD. I have also completed a number of teaching workshops at the...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- University of Washington , Columbia University - PHD, History
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- ACT Reading
- +108 subjects

Laurel: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...student context for the material they're working on. I believe that if a student understands the importance of a given subject and why they need to learn it, then learning will feel more relevant and students will become more engaged. Most importantly though, I never want my students to be afraid to ask questions!
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
- Rush University - Master of Science, Respiratory Therapy
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- +35 subjects
Education & Certification
- DePaul University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Reading
- ACT Residual
- +88 subjects

Harleen: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...of Chicago, I am currently taking time off to focus on other aspects of my career but I don't want to stop tutoring outside college campus!. I am a child of immigrants and have spent my life tutoring my siblings and younger students, and I loved working with them! See y'all in class!
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +244 subjects

Jack: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...Beyond my family, I've also shared my expertise by tutoring in a variety of subjects including: ACT preparation, calculus, algebra, statistics, real analysis, physics, chess, and economics. In addition to my academic and tutoring endeavors, I'm a passionate chess enthusiast. Chess has been a lifelong interest of mine, teaching me valuable lessons in strategic thinking,...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT with Writing
- PreACT
- ACT English
- +56 subjects

Mike: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...the world around them. I believe that liberal education is one of the great pillars of democracy and civil society. If I can help young people understand and assess academic material, achieve their academic goals, and appropriate what they learn to apply it to their own lives and the world around them, I will be...
Education & Certification
- The University of San Francisco - Bachelors, European History
- The University of Chicago - PHD, History (History of Ideas and Modern German History)
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- ACT Reading
- +85 subjects

Claire: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...am a mathematics expert for students in grades pre-K through 8th grade. My career includes four years working a tutoring Center Director for students ages 4-15 in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills. For eight years I worked in private homes supporting the learning needs of each child for both their school work and individual...
Education & Certification
- DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Public Administration
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- PreACT
- ACT Study Skills and Organization
- ACT Reading
- +53 subjects

Ryan: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...science double major. I have a passion for learning and working to help students achieve their goals. I believe education and knowledge to be paramount for one's success in life. Only through a supportive and focused tutoring environment can this be achieved. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +39 subjects

Abdullah: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
I graduated from The University of Illinois with my bachelors in Construction Management and Masters in Civil Engineering in 4 years. I was also a student athlete being apart of thee the school wrestling team.
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Master of Science, Civil Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT English
- ACT Writing
- ACT Study Skills and Organization
- +47 subjects

Claire: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
I recently graduated from Northwestern University, where I studied Theatre and Pre-Speech Pathology. I work with students on music theory and writing, two subjects which can be daunting but become much simpler when broken down. I want to help you break these subjects down, and even learn to love the process along the way!
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Musical Theater
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Study Skills and Organization
- ACT Writing
- +33 subjects

Zahra: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...am currently a sophomore in UIC's GPPA Medical Scholars program. I am majoring in math and am dedicated to helping others get the valuable education they deserve. I love meeting new people and am excited to start tutoring some of my favorite subjects through Varsity Tutors and help my students achieve their academic and personal...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Study Skills and Organization
- ACT English
- PreACT
- +78 subjects

Love: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...a major in Business Intelligence and Analytics. I also did a two year fellowship with Teach for India where I got the chance to teach students. I believe that teaching requires a lot of hard work and effort as it is very important for the teacher to look at things from the student's perspective. I...
Education & Certification
- DigiPen Institute of Technology - Unknown, Computer Science
- Kelley School of Business - Master of Science, Information Systems
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- LSAT
- High School Business
- +67 subjects

Ilana: Portage ACT Aspire test prep instructor
...to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Writing
- ACT Math
- ACT Reading
- +80 subjects