Ajay
Certified Tutor
...subjects of Math because of how much Math applies to the real world and how there is no ambiguity in the world of Mathematics. There is only one answer. I like to help my students work through difficult concepts together and really understand what they are having trouble on. I always encourage to do a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
Sahana
Certified Tutor
Hi! I am currently a first year student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign studying chemical engineering. I am very excited for this opportunity to teach as well as learn from others.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Brianna
Certified Tutor
...Teaching English as a Second Language and have extensive experience with both native and non-native speakers of English. I can help with listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading, and writing skills. I can also assist with essay writing and editing, presentation skills, and study and organizational skills for student success. I look forward to working with students...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Joey
Certified Tutor
I'm a current student at the University of Illinois. I've tutored math for almost 5 years now; however, tutoring science subjects is my favorite just because I love science.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Lisa
Certified Tutor
...experience working with undergraduate students in the subjects of Spanish, Communication Science and Disorder, English, Speech, and Literature, I also have experience tutoring school-aged children in subjects like math, English, reading, and Spanish. I am flexible, patient, and am a strong believer in giving each of my students the skills and knowledge they need to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Alexus
Certified Tutor
...continuing in my tutoring. I tutor English as a second language and reading/writing at the elementary and middle school levels. My style is reaching someone where they are and adding onto it. I focus on finding and using strengths as a foundation to further learning. Outside of academia, I enjoy dancing. I've practiced ballet for...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Applied Psychology
Allyson
Certified Tutor
...I also help many of my friends in their college courses as they dive into psychology. I have also gained a variety of other professional experiences that have well preapred me working with people from all different backgrounds and experiences. I have worked with refugees of all ages, studied developmental psychology expertise in infancy through...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Developmental Psychology
Pavitra
Certified Tutor
Pavitra Brahmbhatt University of Illinois '20 Bachelor of Science Agricultural and Consumer Economics Concentration: Public Policy and Law
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Economics
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Steven
Certified Tutor
...worked for 2 years as a High School English Teacher in inner-city St. Louis. I have experience teaching a variety of reading and writing skills, and I specialize in ACT Prep for Reading and English. I currently work in non-profit and I'm looking to continue working with students who want to improve their skills in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 36
Kathleen
Certified Tutor
...adjust the way I explain topics depending on how a student responds to different teaching methods and am always willing to explain things a new way until it makes sense to that specific student. My years of tutoring have honed my communication skills and shown me the most common knowledge gaps students have and the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
ACT Composite: 32
GRE Quantitative: 167
GRE Verbal: 164
Noopur
Certified Tutor
...Liberal Arts and Science from University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in 2017. Apart from studying, I enjoy traveling, playing tennis and dancing! I have had many years of tutoring students of all ages. In high school, I spent 3 years tutoring high school students in math, reading and science after school and during lunch periods....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 31
Richard
Certified Tutor
...in my area. I have experience teaching a wide range of subjects, but am especially passionate about math and ACT prep. My teaching philosophy is to instruct students on how to think through problems and give them the tools needed to succeed on their own. I know I have done that well when the student...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
Michael
Certified Tutor
...general rather than memorizing individual cases so that it becomes easier to overcome academic challenges in the future. Outside of engineering related topics I play French Horn in concert bands and in marching band. I am consequently a member of the Marching Illini. I also enjoy playing Nintendo games new and old with friends.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Niranjan
Certified Tutor
...STEM and finding joy and energy in those subjects. I am an electrical engineering graduate from the University of Illinois (2017). On a technical level, I focus on mathematics, especially linear algebra, differential equations, and calculus up until multivariable; I subsequently also have experience in all math levels below those. My EE background also means...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36
Griffin
Certified Tutor
Hi! I'm currently a graduate student at National Louis University studying for my MAT in Secondary Education, with a specialization in English. Also, I like puzzles, deconstructing other puzzles, and talk show branded ice cream flavors.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 34
Meridith
Certified Tutor
...those subjects. I wanted to understand how cells talk to one another or take on unique identities within the body. These questions led me to study cell biology at Duke University where I earned a Masters in 2017. My experiences in grad school have caused me to value the clear communication of science, a skill...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Master of Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
David
Certified Tutor
...task of designing math and english curricula appropriate for first grade students. I began the summer session by assessing each student in order to identify appropriate starting points and attainable learning goals. I then developed differentiated lesson plans suitable for each of the two student groups I formed. As the summer session progressed, the averages...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Education
Brad
Certified Tutor
...MS in Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. While I was there, I tutored middle school-, high school-, and college-aged students in everything from Algebra I through Differential Equations. The main thing I love about tutoring and teaching mathematics is providing students with a foundation to discover the various principles on their own...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Master of Science, Mathematics
Samuel
Certified Tutor
...I loved helping coach the youth wrestling team in high school, and greatly enjoyed assisting my college classmates during our biology, chemistry, and physics courses when asked. My strategy with regards to learning is to first master the basic essential information, rep out as many practice problems as possible, and then teach the information you...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Brian
Certified Tutor
...to two factors: 1) Knowing the material and 2) Applying bulletproof test taking strategies. To prove to myself that I was an expert learner and test taker, I recently passed the Introductory Sommelier Course and Exam and the WSET Level 2 in just 6 weeks. Both of these wine exams are geared towards industry insiders...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish Teacher Education
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