Matthew: Des Plaines tutor
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...a way that is immersive and linked to the real world. When it comes to standardized testing or general classroom success, half the battle is understanding that you can succeed and becoming comfortable with the material. As a tutor, I promise to try my best until this goal is reached and to help my clients...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineer
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Abhi: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...passion for tutoring in an immense amount of subjects /standardized tests/essays, and helping others gain a greater sense of the material they are trying to master. More specifically, I love helping other students work through the intricacies of mathematics and programming problems and I strive to try to make myself smarter and more insightful through...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Jonas: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...fellow students grow. I find it genuinely rewarding and enjoyable to help my peers learn and understand new things, and I always bring enthusiasm to my tutoring work. Overall, I offer a combination of tutoring experience, strong social skills, enthusiasm, and the knowledge needed to set me apart as a tutor. I hope to share...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
Kevin: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...I then attended law school at the University of North Carolina School of Law where I received my Juris Doctor degree. My greatest instructional strengths include test prep (ACT/SAT), critical reading, writing, biology, and Algebra I. I am quite comfortable in a myriad of other subjects as well. My teaching style is best characterized as...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Double Major: Medicine Health and Society/History of Art
PHD, Juris Doctor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35
Haley: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...learning how we can take what they already know and help them take it further. That is what I am here to do! I currently work as a college professor and I do research on economics, families, and the United States. I teach a wide range of subjects, because I LOVE to explore the connections...
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Bachelors, English
PHD, Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Jonathan: Des Plaines tutor
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...dissertation work. I have always enjoyed teaching and particularly enjoy helping students where they are struggling and to help them work their way through, figure out and master challenging concepts in the sciences and math. In addition to my own math education, I also have experience as a private tutor in math, mainly teaching high...
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Bachelors, Physics
PHD, Physics
Charlotte: Des Plaines tutor
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I am a sophomore at Vanderbilt majoring in Child Development at the Peabody College of Education! I am passionate about teaching and learning. I am originally from Baltimore, Maryland and have been tutoring since my freshman year in high school! ... One of my favorite quotations about teaching by one of my idols, George Morris, says that if someone does not understand, "you either asked the wrong question, or you asked the question wrong." Although George...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Child Development
Nathan: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...questions or inquiries about the college process, selecting a major, or Vanderbilt University, I am happy to answer your questions. Currently, I am looking to obtain a Masters degree and am applying to such programs. I tutor children on a weekly basis at my local church from ages of 8 to 14 on an assortment...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Neuroscience
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Owen: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...in subjects such as American and World History, Social Studies, English, and American Literature. I grew up as the oldest of four boys and know what it take to not only engage and interest a student but also promote continued development on their own. I choose to tutor because I appreciate all that my education...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Musie: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...went to Vanderbilt to study mathematics and secondary education. I have a passion for math and for teaching students. I have lots of experiences tutoring various types of students from volunteering at churches, to assisting a professor at Belmont University, to private tutoring. This is what I love to do, and I feel confident that...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics and Secondary Education
Ben: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...in China and Mandarin Language. I spent six months in Kunming, China, which included one language-intensive semester with a Middlebury College program and two months of independent travel and research. I worked for three years as a Peer Writing Consultant at the Vanderbilt Writing Studio, where I met with undergraduate and graduate students one-on-one to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Asian Studies
Kristian: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...levels of learning. I also believe that a solid educational foundation sets the stage for life long success. Sometimes, there are gaps in a student's knowledge, and it is my job to locate these gaps in order to help the student move forward. I also believe in the power of student centered learning. Students who...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Special Education
Masters, Urban Education with a focus on Middle School Mathematics
SAT Math: 720
Annette: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
A love of teaching and helping others should go hand in hand. My mission is to assist others in their own learning. With over 30 years experience to draw from, I feel that I have much to offer to a variety of learning styles, grade levels, and advanced learning situations.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
PHD, Reading Education
State Certified Teacher
Karen: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...Non-academically, I row here at Vanderbilt (hence the Nike polo), and am involved in several community service organizations, including Next Steps at Vanderbilt, which is a program that pairs Vanderbilt students with other students with intellectual disabilities. I love working one on one with students; I find that personalized instruction where a tutor can really...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Secondary Education (Social Studies) / European History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
George: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...aim is to help you cultivate character that leads to a habit of consistent clarity. I want to help you first to understand and empathize, before criticizing an argument. And when you criticize, I want to help you aim with laser-sharp focus at whether that criticism is based on misinformation, "mal-infomration", or a lack of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Child Studies
Masters, Divinity
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 780
Luke: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...is only 50% of the battle. I would love to share my knowledge and experience with those of you who wish to do well on the MCAT. For each student, I create a unique study plan to attack specific areas of weakness. If you choose to work with me (and are willing to put in...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Neuroscience
Alisha: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
I am an enthusiastic and detail-oriented English and test prep tutor with a strong academic background in communications.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Communication of Science & Technology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
Jake: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...in 2013. During this time, I tutored other students in math classes that I was taking myself. My ability to take other interests and find ways to relate them to the subjects that I tutor is something that I pride myself on. I tutor all sorts of math (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, etc.), computer science...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering, General
Elliot: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...Case Western Reserve University, and Hampshire College. My bachelor's degree is in liberal arts, specifically, Spanish language and literature and cognitive science. I also earned a graduate certificate in undergraduate education, which allowed me to get hands on practice and critiques of my teaching, as well as background in educational theory and the developmental psychology...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 740
Zain: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
I am currently an undergraduate at Vanderbilt University majoring in Neuroscience. Due to my extensive experience in Chemistry both in High School and University, I focus on Chemistry and Organic Chemistry when it comes to tutoring. My hobbies include reading, playing basketball, playing video games, watching TV shows, and working out.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
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