Certified Tutors From School of the Art Institute of Chicago

...teaching and flexible in my approach. If something is not working, I believe that it is my job as a tutor to adjust my methods—not the student’s job to conform to them. I use my students’ strengths to help them overcome what challenges them, whether that means using imagination exercises to decode difficult reading passages...

...tutoring senior citizens preparing for citizenship exams, I have had the pleasure of experiencing amazing people learning the beautiful Spanish language. Every student learns in a unique way. The better a teacher understands how a student learns, the more specific a tailor-made lesson plan can be made. The better a teacher understands what truly inspires...

...needs and challenges. My practice developed steadily over the years by word of mouth with students especially of the 'orchid type': highly sensitive, creative, gifted, often with learning differences or challenges. An 'orchid type' student generally requires the right kind of support and guidance. These special kids needed special methods and so I have developed...

...School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I am focusing on fashion design and experimenting with photography, fibers, sculpture, and ceramics. In my free time I love to read; be outdoors; hike; play with my two dogs, Skippy and Lily, and my cat, Gracie; and watch crime shows and horror movies. My tutoring style...

...from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a B.F.A. in Painting and a strong focus in Political Science and History. My experience as a student was varied, intense, and focused. As an artist, I am a problem solver and abstract thinker. As a history buff, I am methodical and concrete. My passion...

...as studio art because both enable students to develop their own ideas and creativity. For me traveling fosters creativity as well as a sense of community with new and differing perspectives, which is integral to learning. I've spent time in Spain, England, France, Germany, South Africa, Honduras and most recently, Argentina where I worked as...

...over 10 years experience teaching in higher education (and have loved every minute of it). I am an artist, having received my Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, from Art History to to Web Design....

...Community College of Philadelphia, Lincoln University, and I teach online at Southern New Hampshire University. I teach in the English departments and I have over 7 years of higher education experience teaching Developmental English Composition, English Composition I & II, Introduction to Literature, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Screenwriting, and other Creative Writing Courses. I received...

...from a variety of backgrounds. People describe me as having a bubbly friendly personality and am very understanding. My teaching approach is one of humility - as a servant of those who I am trying to uplift, instruct, and help. I put myself in those shoes where I use to be, and my goal is...

I do my best to cater to the individual needs of my students. As an educator, the best way to facilitate growth is to know where each student needs help.

...teacher of literature, writing, and reading comprehension for the past 7 years. I graduated from NYU with a degree in literature and creative writing and a minor in gender and sexuality studies. I graduated from SAIC with an MFA in writing. I have taught writing classes at SAIC, Harold Washington College, and National Louis University....

...School of the Art Institute of Chicago where I was a teaching assistant for the Writing Center. I was on faculty at the Des Moines Art Center for three years, working with students of all ages. I have been a tutor off and on for the past decade and it is important to me to...

...the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. I write short stories, plays and poetry in the absurdist, humorist, surrealist and fantastic traditions. As an educator I have worked with adults with learning disabilities. I have taught science, english, and history courses for K-8. I was a teaching assistant for Drawing for Animation at the...

...school of the Art Institute of Chicago and my MLIS from San Jose state. I have worked as a librarian for the past 6 years. I specialize in worthing with kids who have learning disabilities and reluctant readers. Previous to becoming a librarian I gave private art lessons and did art parties for children for...

...in English literature and studio art, here to help you exceed your expectations and succeed as a scholar! My education includes an undergraduate degree in English literature. As an alumna of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida, I have experience in reading and writing for a diversity of topics,...

...and preparing for future goals can be fun and provide remarkable advancements while prepping the student for the critical reading and writing exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students.

...School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a degree in Illustration/ Animation. After receiving my degree, I started my face and Bodypainting company while focusing on my children. Once they were old enough and no longer homeschooling, I began teaching art for afterschool and summer programs. I enjoyed working with children and sought other...

...who graduated from School of the Art Institute of Chicago. I have also taught at the North Carolina Governor's School as an art teacher. I believe everyone is an artist, but only a few people really hone their skills and become great-- could this be you? "General duties of a teacher: pull everything out of...