Certified Tutors From Elmhurst College

...skill with Spanish, I have a profound love for Spanish and Latin American culture. As a result I have an unyielding passion and excitement for the language. In the Fall semester of my senior year, I studied abroad at Oxford University. In what as the most challenging experience of my college career, I learned the...

...and Renaissance Studies at Kebel College, Oxford University. I have been tutoring students for over a decade, from trombone lessons in high school, to my college writing center, to my current professional position in a local museum where I train and supervise approximately 20 volunteers and interns per year. I enjoy spending time with my...

...I have developed study skills focusing around the act of studying itself. From having applied these skills in a variety of fields, I have seen that if a person wants to be able to learn anything, then they must learn HOW to learn. Through the roles of college tutor, private music lessons instructor, and choir...

...I am just finishing my 10th year of teaching. I've had a variety of teaching experiences including teaching middle school reading and writing, all subjects for 1st and 2nd grade, supporting students with an ELL background from grades 3-8, and teaching an English language class to adults. I have a great love of education and...

...improve their Spanish skills and vocabulary for the past year. I am passionate in learning the Spanish culture and literature as it relates to my own background. There is so much I have learned and so much I will continue to learn that makes me eager to teach and help others understand this fascinating language.

...guide them on their journey in discovering new ideas and concepts. I emphasize that only through asking questions will they actively learn. My goal is for students to learn how to flick that switch in their heads, and in fact think differently. Students will learn how to think critically, ask questions, seek out the answers,...

...to guide you and achieve your goals. I have experience tutoring conversational Japanese to children and also Business Japanese to adults. I am a trained medical interpreter as well. On my spare time, I enjoy practicing Pilates and trying out new restaurants with my husband, especially for Sushi! My family has moved back to the suburbs...

a dedicated, distinguished, determined educator who is committed to excel as a caring creator and guider of meaningful learning experiences for students with individualized educational needs.

...takes to help a student decipher and decode complex passages in a 1:1 setting through my time as a tutor. I graduated with the highest distinction from Valparaiso University Graduate School with a Masters in English. I also hold a Juris Doctorate from Valparaiso University Law School. Currently, I work in Education Policy in Chicago,...

...as well as all things related to College Prep, application, and enrollment. In addition I have Life Skills experience. I enjoy tutoring in all subjects. I really enjoy all things related to post secondary education as well. My teaching philosophy is delivering the right learning to the right students at the right time.

...a current third grade dual language teacher and I absolutely adore teaching language. I am a native speaker of English and Spanish is my second language. Therefore, I can tutor literacy in either language and would be thrilled to help any student beginning to learn English or Spanish. I could assist with grammar, creative writing,...

...an early pre-k classroom, first as a lead in a ten 24-36 month olds at a private family-owned center and now as a co-lead in a classroom of ten 15-36 month olds at a local community center. I believe we should be lifelong learners and strive to foster that for myself by staying up to...

...in High School and ESL in Elementary School. I have also served as a bilingual translator/interpreter and parent advocate. My Spanish is very fluent. I can read, write, and speak at university level, as my major was Spanish when I got my certification to teach Secondary Education Spanish. I hope to work with you soon!

...and providing them with developmentally appropriate, engaging, and hands-on activities. I believe in helping students become confident in who they are, so that they can achieve the growth in their area(s) of need. My objective is to provide my students with a safe, secure, and nurturing learning environment, so that they can develop a love...

...tutor for various ages. I enjoy helping students understand concepts that they may be struggling with. I am kind and patient which allows me modify my teaching methods to better suit the students. Additionally, I am a fluent Spanish speaker and can teach lessons in Spanish if that is preferred by the student!

My goal is to make sure the student will understand the material and to be successful in the classroom while being an independent thinker.

...college, I began tutoring when some of my track teammates were struggling with their coursework. This experience allowed me to assist many of my peers throughout my academic journey. I believe learning should be personalized, and I've successfully supported those who learn differently, including individuals with Autism or ADHD, as I think in a similar...

...diverse: McDonalds, a Government Agency, a Law Firm, Amazon, a Pro Basketball Player and many more! I hope to use my world experiences as a window to diverse cultures. My areas of expertise are: Math, Writing, English, Spanish, Geography, History. Some of my advanced topics include: Economics, Marketing, Finance, Statistics, International Business, Business Law, Sports...

...realize the importance of clear communication (with teachers and parents) of learning goals with fair expectations to encourage my students' zest for learning. I am able to help create success by giving student life lessons in organizational skills and leaning into to their passion for success in their future. I look forward to establish a...

My name is Preston, I've been worked in public accounting and rotated in several different accounting departments at a larger company. I'm a junior in college right now studying accounting and I also run cross country. I'm passionate about the accounting practice and enjoy helping others fully understand difficult accounting concepts.