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...matter and help them discover strengths they didn’t know they had. Over the past decade, I have taught over a thousand students in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade. I’ve worked with talented students at the top on their class and high school students who read at the 3rd grade level. My favorite genre of...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, Education

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Certified Tutor
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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...students, catering to their strengths and helping them create individualized ways to solve problems. I have a Bachelor's in Religious Studies and Philosophy, a Master's in 20th Century U.S. History, and completed a year of a Cultural Studies PhD program. I am able to tutor across a wide swath of Humanities and Social Science subjects,...
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Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
Master of Arts, History
GRE Verbal: 167

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...is the will to succeed. I help students keep up their will by customizing my tutoring plan to each individual client. When I'm not tutoring, I'm in class at Virginia Tech, home with my family, or riding my horse. I'm a biology major with hopes to attend veterinary school in the near future to pursue...
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 720

Elaine: Des Plaines tutor
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I am currently a data scientist working for a media measurement company. I have a master's degree in statistics from Virginia Tech, and a bachelor's degree in mathematics and statistics from Miami University.
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Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Master of Science, Statistics

Paige: Des Plaines tutor
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...my household and experience, learning is defined as engaging in active experiences, thoughtful inquiry, questioning and challenging common norms to establish best practices. For learning to occur, there must be an active relationship with defined roles of learner and instructor. The learning journey to achieve wisdom is the ultimate goal. Additionally, community based programs offer...
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Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Masters in Education, Educational Administration

Elisabeth: Des Plaines tutor
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...I began work in the field of Data Science and currently have 3 years experience in this field under my belt. I have past experience with private tutoring as well as public tutoring through Kumon. In my spare time, I enjoy spending my days outside hiking, reading at the park or walking around the city.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Statistics

Rachel: Des Plaines tutor
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I am a Virginia Tech graduate and became a math and science teacher around two years ago because I love making STEM more accessible to all. I am experienced in helping students from all backgrounds with specific courses or test preparation. I look forward to working with you!
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Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Matt: Des Plaines tutor
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...Pre-algebra and Algebra 1 in middle school since the 2006-2007 school year. During that time, I have found many ways to explain topics and made connections with hundreds of students. Additionally, prior to teaching, I spent about 7 years in the corporate environment, which gave me a number of real-world examples that tie in directly...
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Bachelor of Science, Finance
Certificate, Education

Andrew: Des Plaines tutor
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...graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science and Mechanics and Minor in Mathematics. I also have a Minor in Leadership Studies which helps me better reach students with not just content but appealing teaching methods. I have been tutoring math, physics, and engineering subjects for years and am I'm ready...
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Bachelor of Science, Engineering Science
SAT Math: 710

Sean: Des Plaines tutor
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I'm an engineer turned stay-at-home Dad with some tutoring experience, looking to share my knowledge, and help students learn and learn how to learn!
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Bachelor of Science, Ocean Engineering
non degree, Web Development

Gordon: Des Plaines tutor
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...and Engineering. During my graduate work at Georgia Tech I volunteered as a math and science tutor for at-risk youth and found I had a talent for helping students to connect the dots when struggling with difficult problems. Tutoring is also great mental exercise and helping a student reach an "Aha!" moment is a unique...
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Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Master of Science, Materials Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Engineering

Natalie: Des Plaines tutor
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...believe that people can learn anything if they work hard enough and have a good teacher. Relating subjects to a student's interests allows the student to be fully engaged and want to learn the material. From there, you can teach the student how to critically think through a problem so they can solve any problem...
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Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences
Master of Science, Microbiology

John: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
I began tutoring while in high school helping my friends and classmates with their homework. I find math really interesting and I enjoy making others see it that way. Outside tutoring, I am a college student and I find this to be a great way to help others.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Architecture, Architecture

Christopher: Des Plaines tutor
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I like learning stuff, and I like teaching people what I know in a way that I wish someone taught me.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting

Anmol: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
Hey all! My name is Anmol and I'm currently a junior studying Computer Science at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. I have been tutoring for the last 6 years and enjoy it very much :)
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Science: 32

Tyler: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...trained, and I've spent the majority of my adult life trying to get better at it because the dividends are so high in every aspect of life. Throughout my personal journey in education, I've also realized that the teacher-student relationship is one of the most important in a student's entire life. I've seen first hand...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
LSAT: 167

Tarana: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...and Human Development. I love what I study and I hope to be able to spread my passion to others through tutoring! I am also currently involved in various extracurricular activities at my school including a service sorority, pre-dental club, and more. In the future, I plan on going to dental school.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biological and Physical Sciences
SAT Math: 700

Miraj: Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
I am currently a Virginia Tech student in 3rd year of Chemical Engineering. I love math. I have tutored math at the Virginia Tech through the math department teaching math from Algebra to Calculus. Outside of tutoring, I like to play soccer, football, video games and spend time with my friends.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1360
SAT Math: 800

Jessica : Des Plaines tutor
Certified Tutor
...have tutored at Kumon Math and Reading Learning Center and was an active volunteer tutor in high school. I love to help others learn and understand various kinds of math problems! I am very nice and will do all I can to make sure you understand the concepts. I look forward to helping you!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
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