Samantha: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...Science and Legal Studies this spring. In the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects,...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- ISEE
- +36 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Zoology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- Zoology
- Biology
- Social Sciences
- +17 subjects
Juliet: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...meets the individual needs of my students. A student-centered approach is imperative when working one-on-one with individuals. English, literature, and writing are the three areas that I have the most experience and fun teaching. When I am not in the classroom or tutoring, I am hiking in the bluffs of Wisconsin or chasing after my...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
- Lesley University - Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- SAT
- +40 subjects
Katie: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...because I feel I have helped students the most in these areas so far, but I do my very best to help my students succeed in every way possible, no matter the subject. My teaching style is very hands-on and involved. I begin by assessing which way a student learns best and then tailor the...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern Illinois University - Current Undergrad, Music Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- Zoology
- Music Theory
- +25 subjects
Abigail: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...best. I work creatively to make individual learning plans. At the center of my work is empowerment and confidence boosting, helping all students realize that they are bright in their own ways. I received my B.A. from Skidmore College, with a double major in Political Science and Spanish, and a double minor in Intergroup Relations...
Education & Certification
- Skidmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- CogAT
- SAT 8-Week Prep Class
- +138 subjects
Jeffrey: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...is the cornerstone of effective problem solving and innovation. Asking Google or Alexa for an answer is not permitted with my students UNLESS the student has a solid grasp of the subject matter at hand. One of my favorite teaching techniques is explaining a complicated topic using everyday life examples or anecdotes from my experiences....
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Medical College of Wisconsin - Doctor of Medicine, Anatomy
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- CLEP
- WPPSI
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +83 subjects
Michael: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
I have a great passion for helping others with all of their math troubles. I love teaching students of all ages and with any type of math. When I'm not tutoring/teaching I enjoy going for long walks to enjoy the outdoors, going to the movies, and of course, binge-watching Netflix.
Education & Certification
- College of DuPage - Associate in Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- CogAT
- +45 subjects
Anne: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...colleges and universities in the United States. My philosophy is to do what will meet my student's needs the best. For example, one of my students is studying for a placement test in Spanish. All of his lessons are based on the requirements of the test. In my spare time, I love to swim and...
Education & Certification
- Lake Forest College - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- HSPT
- ISEE
- +62 subjects
Sairah : Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...and English as well. I have a Bachelors from Northeastern Illinois University in Finance because I love numbers! I was also an assistant manager at a bank so have a lot of experience training and mentoring many individuals. I have learned that patience and motivation is the key to teaching people. Also, figuring out what...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT Reading
- Algebra 2
- +36 subjects
Jessica: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...I have worked with students with and without IEPs, including students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities. I have supported students in all subject areas, but I have a particular love for teaching reading and writing and I am currently taking classes to complete my licensure as a certified Reading Specialist.
Education & Certification
- Knox College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Master of Science, Special Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Middle School Writing
- Codeverse
- +39 subjects
Stephanie: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...in a broad range of subject matter, but I especially love tutoring elementary/middle school math, elementary/middle school reading and writing, high school English (grammar/syntax, reading, essay writing/editing, paper writing, etc.), and any area of science covered through middle school. Also, I have gone through the college process, and I would love to advise anyone who...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- ACT English
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- +33 subjects
Dr. Cheryl: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...healers, counseling and emergency management. I look forward to getting to know you as a curious and generative fellow Learner. As an educator who tutors adult Learners, I create the environment to empower the Learner in critical thinking to own then synthesize and apply. My role is to empower you to independent scholarship...in essence to...
Education & Certification
- Trinity International University-Illinois - Bachelor in Arts, Organizational Communication
- Capella University - Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- UK A Level
- WPPSI
- CLEP
- +168 subjects
Emily: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...and levels, helping them succeed in school. After graduating, I spent two years teaching 3rd and 4th grade in Detroit. I absolutely loved working with my students in the classroom! As a teacher, I feel that a strong rapport with a student is essential to quality learning. I believe that a thorough education is a...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- PSAT
- ISEE
- SAT Subject Tests
- +33 subjects
Rudy: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...a variety of reasons, and one-on-one tutoring is a great way to help students figure out what those problems are and find out how to master the material. Aside from my math and science interests, I enjoy hanging out with family/friends, reading, movies, traveling, and I'm down for trying almost anything. I also love dogs and...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Behavioral Biology
- DePaul University - Master of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- PSAT
- SAT
- College Biology
- +47 subjects
Emily: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...learning, in any subject. I look forward to accompanying students through any challenges that stand in the way of that connection and leading students to their own version of success. I've worked across various sectors and have always maintained a love for one-on-one teaching, especially working with children and teaching languages. My experience includes living,...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, 1) Spanish 2) History
- The New School - Masters, 1) International Affairs 2) Environmental Policy
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- SAT Subject Tests
- Conversational Spanish
- +42 subjects
Amanda: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...the key to success. The second thing would be that if at first you don't succeed, try again using a different method. There are nine different learning styles for a reason, and I pride myself on trying my best to recognize that in every student so that I may help them achieve their highest level...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Early Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Pre-Algebra
- +19 subjects
Marlys: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...The last three years of my teaching career I was a part-time math interventionist and an Online Math instructor, utilizing the Edgenuity Online program. I believe all students can learn. It is the responsibility of the instructor to provide opportunities for success and guidance in solving problems. There are many ways to approach math problem-solving....
Education & Certification
- St Cloud State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
- Black Hills State University - Master of Arts Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- Pre-Algebra
- ISEE- Lower Level
- +30 subjects
Chris: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...I think she would have gotten into her new college without my help, I do hope, as her big brother, that I've helped her a little along the way, helped her become more aware of what she thinks and better able to communicate it to others. As I grow more experienced, I have become more...
Education & Certification
- Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- GED
- SAT
- PSAT
- +39 subjects
Christine: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...what drives me to work with students. I've guided students with special needs aged 3-14 through summer program activities in Shanghai, coordinated an after-school program for K-12 refugee students in Chicago, and interacted with secondary school students in Jinja, Uganda. Since my first year in college, I've worked as a tutor for a morning program...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- TOEFL
- +50 subjects
Rita: Fox Lake SSAT course instructor
...and am beginning my tenure track position at Worcester State University this fall. I specialize in working with neurodiverse students and BIPOC, but all are warmly invited to study with me. My critical work has been featured in the Routledge Companion of Literature and Food, the Bloomsbury Handbook to Literary and Cultural Theory, and the...
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Temple University - Master of Arts, English
- Florida State University - Doctor of Philosophy, General Literature
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- REGENTS
- ACT
- +39 subjects