Certified Tutors From Northwestern University

Hi! My name is Michelle Stephens. I received my BA in English from Northwestern University and my MA in English from Loyola University Chicago. I speak English and Spanish. My interests include writing, editing, and 20th century literature.

...Chemistry from Northwestern University, and my B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Rochester. I believe that all students can achieve high marks in chemistry and math once they learn good note-taking skills, organization, logical problem-solving approaches, and other essential study habits. It's my job to facilitate every student's learning of subject material and instill...

...Last year, I also worked with high school juniors to help them with college application process and improving on their ACT scores. While I am not amazing with ACT Reading, I can definitely help with ACT Math, English, and Science. I am willing to help students to improve on their academics and if you have...

...a BA in Neuroscience. I've been a peer tutor in high school as well as college, in addition to being a private tutor for the ACT and SAT. I've also recently taken the MCAT as part of applying to medical school. I enjoy sharing my own experiences with these tests, and I also want to...

I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University with a double Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Creative Writing! I taught theatre at local schools while at NU, and my greatest strengths as a teacher are in reading, writing, and public speaking. I can't wait to work with you!

...the same coursework that has prepared me to succeed in college, internships, and the work force. Because everyone learns differently, I believe one on one tutoring is an extremely powerful educational resource for a student that is struggling or hoping to get ahead. I would begin a tutoring session with a few sample subject questions...

...major in Cognitive Science and a minor in Music. I tutor a variety of Test Prep/English subjects and really enjoy adding context about the importance of these areas in everyday life. As a tutor, I emphasize the importance of patience and steady progress towards understanding the material. Outside of academia, I'm a obsessive music nerd...

I am dedicated to helping my students understand every single step of the progress.

...foster care system, and I recently finished a season where I was the Director of Programming for a summer camp supporting kids with speech disorders. In my free time I enjoy playing basketball, writing, listening/telling stories, and playing board games. I enjoy seeing students suddenly "get it," particularly in the areas of math, writing, and...

...tutor is to unlock the code to how you learn, so that we can work together to deepen your understanding of whatever subject area you're struggling with -- and find the joy in grasping this new knowledge! Aside from this, I enjoy traveling (my profile picture was taken in Iceland this past September!), cooking, and...

...psychology, has informed my teaching method of tailoring my style to the individual students needs. I am a strong believer that clear communication and open dialogue are vital to a fertile learning environment, and that it is also important to encourage students to push themselves to be the best that they can be.

...HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. I graduated from Northwestern University in 2012 with a BA in Communication Studies and a minor in English Literature. My degree allowed me to develop essential critical thinking and reasoning skills that I apply everyday. My hobbies include reading, yoga, fitness and health, music, the great outdoors, and learning new things.

...new ways to dissect concepts and communicate knowledge across an array of different learning styles. To this day, I even pick up choreography and dance instructor jobs when my schedule allows, because I love teaching! :) When I am not studying or attending class, I enjoy reading, practicing yoga, listening to music, and discovering fun...

...I count myself lucky to be a part of the vibrant musical culture in Colorado. Teaching has always been an important part of my journey. Ever since I started private lessons on the horn, I've been fascinated by the process of discovery during instruction, how curiosity ignites into experimentation and eventually transformation. To engage in...

...Spectrum Program at Northwestern's Center for Talent Development. Through these positions I have worked with students ages 12-18 as a tutor, counselor, and mentor. I am most passionate about tutoring in the humanities and literature, as I believe these subjects touch all facets of our daily lives. I believe that a key to a student's...

...PA where I attended private schooling. I attended Northwestern University in Chicago where I majored in Communication Studies and minored in Legal Studies while playing varsity tennis. The majority of my course work involved different forms of paper writing, research, group projects and public speaking. I enjoy reading in my free time and have a...

...am currently pursuing a Master's in Applied Physics. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading, writing, high school math, college math, physics, and college writing skills. I also have experience tutoring students in test prep for the GRE, PSAT, and SAT. I am a native Russian speaker, so I can help you with that as...

I'm a marketing professional by day and tutor by night. Being a lover of words, I am really excited to help you with your reading and writing needs.

...Varsity Tutors! I'm a Chicago transplant originally from Seattle, Washington. I came to Chicago in 2011 to attend Northwestern University, where I received a B.S. in Education and Social Policy, majoring in Social Policy and minoring in Psychology. I worked for a few years in early childhood policy research, and now I'm studying social work...

Looking for help in mathematics, statistics, or standardized test prep (GRE/SAT)? I would love to help you reach your goal! A bit about me: I have a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University. I'm a nerd at heart, I love learning, and I want you to love it too!