Emily: Des Plaines tutor
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...Biology with a concentration in Cell and Molecular Biology and a minor in Chemistry. In addition to tutoring math and science, I also greatly enjoy helping students with SAT prep and college essay writing. I worked as a writing tutor for undergraduates for several years and have received extensive professional training in this capacity. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Current Grad Student, Medicine (MD)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Christopher: Des Plaines tutor
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...but I'm a competent math tutor as well. I have received outstanding scores on my SAT and AP tests, and am confident in my ability to pass on these skills to the next generation. Whether it's standardized testing or academic tutoring, I am happy to help students reach their goals and achieve their highest potential.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Douglas: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...is one of the best experiences, I believe, someone can have. I have taught briefly at the high school level and assisted at the graduate level, and I have found that I am skilled at adjusting and catering my teaching abilities to students with different past experiences that require different ways of learning. I am...
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Bachelors, International Affairs
Masters, Epidemiology
GRE Quantitative: 155
GRE Verbal: 152
Christian: Des Plaines tutor
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I'm a former Math Olympiad - and currently a business executive - who continues to mentor students and office employees, while also volunteering with young people in my community.... As a teacher, one needs to be a careful and patient listener, and always strive to find innovative ways to connect to each student, bearing in mind, each person has their own strength, weaknesses, and methods of learning.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Finance
Masters, MBA - Marketing
GMAT: 710
Barry: Des Plaines tutor
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I have a BA in Chemistry from Yeshiva University and recently finished an MA in Chemistry from Columbia University. I was a TA for organic chemistry lab/lecture and have done a bunch of other tutoring as well. Obviously chemistry rocks, but I also enjoy tutoring SAT and GRE math!... I'd figure out our end goal, and then outline a plan to get there.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Masters, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 700
Jacob: Des Plaines tutor
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...a few minutes earlier. I majored in theater and astrophysics at Columbia University and I am now a playwriting MFA at NYU, one of the best programs in the country (the story of how I transitioned from physics to theater is pretty funny and I???m happy to share it). While my intensive study of advanced...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Drama and Astrophysics
Masters, Playwriting
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Briana: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...extremely rewarding for the tutor, the parents, and the student. I like to instill confidence in my students as well as help them understand the academic lesson at hand. The best experience of my life was when I studied abroad in Paris during my junior year of college. I loved traveling around Europe, visiting museums,...
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Bachelor in Arts, History and French
Master of Social Work, Social Work
Natalie: Des Plaines tutor
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...I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down...
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Bachelors, Philosophy
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Daniel: Des Plaines tutor
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...in English in undergrad. Since as long as I can remember reading and writing have been my principal passions, and I've been teaching, tutoring, and writing since completing college. I've taught ESL students in South Korea, and back in the US I've worked with learners of all ages from elementary school students to adults. In...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Verbal: 780
SAT Writing: 700
Antony: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...in small groups to students at the University of Michigan on introductory / intermediate Macroeconomics and Microeconomics. I also taught statistics and pre-calc / calc. From this experience, I developed a passion for helping students gain confidence in math and build their skills. I just relocated to NYC a couple of months ago to being...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics Mathematics
Current Grad Student, Business Research
GRE Quantitative: 170
Sejal: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...I have spent time working with special needs children and doing scientific research in labs and in the field. Throughout my education I have been a well-rounded student in sciences and the humanities because of my patience in problem solving and because I utilize different study methods for different material. I have experience working with...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies and Geology
Masters, Public Administration
Dezmond: Des Plaines tutor
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...caters to each students' strengths and learning styles. I like to incorporate a diverse group to learning modes including written work, active discussion, real world demonstrations, videos and interactive computer modules. Using all of these tools and my own experience and knowledge, I hope to help every student I tutor reach their full potential.... Activity. I learn best by doing, and always like to provide this learning option to students as much as possible, whether that...
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Bachelors, Environmental Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
Anita: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...Eastern Europe (focus on politics and economics) and a BA from New York University in History and Journalism. I have taught for over 10 years at colleges in the greater New York City area and volunteered for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer to teach in Ukraine in the International Relations Department, Odessa National...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art History and Journalism
Masters, Regional Studies: Russia, Eurasia and Eastern Europe
Fiona: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...become a teacher the moment I realized that helping others succeed made me happier than my own successes. In addition to studying in Panama, I also volunteered to teach English classes for the community there and had the opportunity to work with incredible people and see such growth in their language abilities. When I returned,...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Spanish and Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 720
Naushaba: Des Plaines tutor
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I graduated with my Master's Degree in Public Health last year, and then backpacked around 18 countries in Asia and Europe and am now reconnecting with family and enjoying life. I'm passionate about learning, exploring and teaching, and would love to tutor you. :) ... Anyone can learn and excel if taught in a proper and passionate way, with an understanding of the student's learning style
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Masters, Epidemiology
Ravi: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...I weightlift and read a lot in my free time and have a pretty eclectic music taste. However, I will be the first to admit I'm always a little behind the curve when it comes to new music, so any help in getting caught up is always appreciated. I'm always interested in meeting new people...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Social Work
GRE Quantitative: 160
GRE Verbal: 163
Michelle: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
I am a recent graduate of Columbia University's American Studies MA program. I received my undergraduate degree at NYU in Journalism and Africana Studies. I have over 2 years experience helping students in NYC. I love reading, writing, and social and cultural analysis.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Journalism and Africana Studies
Masters, American Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Writing: 710
GRE Quantitative: 151
Jason: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...(201112) and the other at the Humanities Center of the University of Pittsburgh (Sept. 2014-May 2015). In the summers, I teach gifted middle school and high school students for Duke Talent Identification Program. In total, I have fifteen years of experience teaching across the interdisciplinary humanities. Additionally, I have published with scholarly journals and major...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
PHD, English
SAT Verbal: 720
Megha: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...or test. With the right guidance, tools, and techniques, I want to help you reach that potential. I'm full of energy -- and I promise to keep you laughing while you learn! It doesn't feel like learning when you're having fun. I'm here to make sure that all your stress is locked away in a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Masters, South Asian Studies
LSAT: 163
Maxum: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
I began my career in Physics and Mechanical Engineering beginning at Earlham and finishing at Columbia University. I now work as a Software Engineer in finance. Historically, I've tutoring anything in math, hard science, or computer science. I'm willing to help any student.... Everyone is interested in math and physics. Anyone can learn these subjects. There just needs to be more time spent gaining mathematical literacy in this country.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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