Katherine: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...Since graduation, I have continued tutoring technology at my local library and volunteering at elementary schools in Waukegan. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Music. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, spending time with my dog Puddles, and watching Doctor Who and Mr Robot.
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Whitewater - Bachelor in Business Administration, Information Technology
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- CPA
- Series 7
- High School Writing
- +71 subjects
Michelle: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...taught in a 4th grade classroom for 4 years but have been working with children for about 7 years. I love to make learning fun and engaging for the student. I love working one on one with a child to make sure they reach their highest potential! I hope to work with your child soon!
Education & Certification
- Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Creative Writing
- English
- Computer Science
- +36 subjects
Tatiana: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...SAT subject tests, my strongest skills are in Math and Science. My experiences with students have taught me that a students education depends on a teachers ability to convey the subject clearly. As a result, my goal is to cater to a students needs, whether it is through visual, audio, or repetitious learning. I have...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Arithmetic
- SAT Math
- Life Sciences
- +33 subjects
Hayley: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...so students gain a real understanding of the material. My particular specialty is Math. My style of teaching--and my passion for the subject-- resulted in high test scores and the gratification of a lot of students. A passion for math is a contagious thing. My students learn not because they have to learn, but because...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- St. John's University - Masters, Adolescent Math Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- College Algebra
- Elementary School Math
- Test Prep
- +29 subjects
Kelly: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...School (Calverton, N.Y.) and St. Edward the Confessor (Syosset, N.Y.). Currently, I am employed as a fifth grade English/Math co-teacher at Riverhead Charter School, where I differentiate instruction for many students with disabilities while meeting the learning standards of Common Core for all of my students. However, I am not one to sit still and...
Education & Certification
- Providence College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Stony Brook University - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English, Secondary Ed.
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- REGENTS
- Writing
- Essay Editing
- +19 subjects
Christopher: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...session. Having an academic and practical elementary/middle school application understanding of data definitely enforces corrective instruction, reteaching, or content enrichment that will occur. I have also worked a great deal with middle school students in pilot programs that center around blended and asynchronous learning. I am entering my 6th year as an elementary/middle school teacher....
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelors, BFA Music Production
- Pace University-New York - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- 8th Grade Science
- ISEE- Middle Level
- Elementary School Science
- +47 subjects
Tanya: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...teacher for ten years in the New York City public school system, I have many years of specific training that will allow me to adapt to any learning need or style. I have three licenses in English Language Arts (K-12), Information Sciences (K-12), and Literacy (K-12). I have also been designated as the the official...
Education & Certification
- CUNY New York City College of Technology - Bachelors, Literature
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Masters, English Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- PSAT Critical Reading
- ACT Writing
- World Literature
- +32 subjects
Irena: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...is life long. My favorite hobbies are mostly outdoor activities like hiking and climbing. I love traveling in the USA and to Europe, which is where I'm from. I love art in all its form, visual and performing arts. My favorite subjects are Math and Science. Reading always calms and there's nothing I love more...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- EAS - Educating All Students (NY Teaching exam)
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Other
- +18 subjects
Claire: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...and adjust their own strategies, instead of always expecting them to do it my way. I am an artist, writer and musician (I led a folk band for 5 years). I am an avid public transit rider and often get around by bicycle. I enjoy gardening and I am passionate about building community.
Education & Certification
- Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
- University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching (Multiple Subject)
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- PSAT Critical Reading
- Reading
- PSAT Mathematics
- +27 subjects
Wesley: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...love for learning. The point of education is to teach students how to become critical thinkers so that they may apply their knowledge to solve real world problems. Learning should be exciting for students; it shouldn't feel like a chore. This passion and enjoyment of learning should be applied to every aspect of life for...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- College Algebra
- Spanish 4
- SAT Subject Test in Physics
- +108 subjects
Kristin: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...Los Angeles, California through the Teach For America program, a program that I joined in 2006. I taught third-grade (multiple subjects) and fifth-grade (multiple subjects) for five years at an urban school district in San Jose, California, a district which served a majority English learner population. I taught English Language Arts, Reading, Writing, Math, Social...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Communication Arts
- Carnegie Mellon University - Unknown, Public Management
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Summer
- GRE Subject Tests
- Math
- +61 subjects
Natasha: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...high school math, science, and history. I love teaching in an environment where the student is made to feel comfortable and that their efforts are rewarded and appreciated. I like to provide my students with as many tools as possible to make sure they get the most thorough understanding of a particular concept. Often times...
Education & Certification
- The Pennsylvania State University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Saint Johns University - Masters, Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Biology
- Phonics
- History
- +38 subjects
Arnav: South Elgin CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...from math to history to English. I think that I'm a great tutor because I am knowledgeable in the subjects that I have listed above. I am also very patient when teaching others because I understand how difficult some concepts can be to grasp having struggled with them myself earlier in life.... My teaching philosophy can best be described as persistent. I will try a variety of different methods, sample problems, and approaches to make sure the student is comfortable with the material on their own.
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- High School Computer Science
- SAT Math
- Computer Science
- +35 subjects