Maren: Elk Grove Village tutor
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I am passionate educator currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics at Brigham Young University. I have over 2 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language to various levels of adult learners. In my lessons I emphasize patience and teaching to the needs of my students. I make sure to be observant of where they are in their learning journey and plan accordingly with my lesson plans. I believe in creating a supportive environment where students can engage with the material and each other, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. My experience includes volunteering in community English classes and teaching basic English to refugees, where I focus on foundational skills through repetition and practical application. Additionally, I have a strong background in digital design and art, which I integrate into my teaching to inspire creativity. Ultimately, my goal is to empower students to achieve their language learning objectives and build confidence in their abilities.
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Degree: Brigham Young University - Bachelor's (in progress), Linguistics
My primary interest is the study of languages and teaching languages. I have been volunteering teaching refugees for about 3 months now. I have an advanced fluency in Spanish which I learned through school, self teaching, a study abroad in Mexico, and serving church mission in California focusing on helping Spanish speakers there. In addition to language learning I am passionate about art in various mediums from creating pieces with pencils, markers, to 2D digital design or animation, and 3D modeling and animation. I have taken multiple college classes regarding these subjects and received an associate degree in Digital Design.